Aspire Church Podcast Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:25:09 -0400 https://aspirejax.org/ en-us © 2026 Aspire Church Podcast yes 17564434-8f2c-583b-81a1-a4e24b4844c0 Gary Lee Webber episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Gary Lee Webber https://storage.buzzsprout.com/2imsfpk688ulharxx884qla0a9zc?.jpg Aspire Church Podcast https://aspirejax.org/ Gary Lee Webber But God… Part 6: But God Meant It For Good But God… Part 6: But God Meant It For Good After Jacob dies, Joseph’s brothers fear that his forgiveness was only temporary and that revenge has merely been postponed. But Joseph refuses to perpetuate his family’s destructive patterns. In the conclusion of But God, we will discover that God’s providence enables us to tell the truth about the past without being defined by it, to break destructive cycles in the present, and to trust God with the future we may not live to see. The cross ultimately assures us that evil is real, but it will never have the final word.

]]> After Jacob dies, Joseph’s brothers fear that his forgiveness was only temporary and that revenge has merely been postponed. But Joseph refuses to perpetuate his family’s destructive patterns. In the conclusion of But God, we will discover that God’s providence enables us to tell the truth about the past without being defined by it, to break destructive cycles in the present, and to trust God with the future we may not live to see. The cross ultimately assures us that evil is real, but it will never have the final word.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19943540 Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2497 2026 40 full false But God… Part 5: Have We Really Changed? But God… Part 5: Have We Really Changed? When Joseph’s brothers arrive in Egypt, circumstances recreate the defining test of their past: another favored son is in danger, and they can protect themselves by abandoning him. Years earlier, Judah proposed selling Joseph into slavery. Now he offers to become a slave in Benjamin’s place. What changed? In Part 5 of But God…, we’ll trace Judah’s journey from self-preservation to self-sacrifice and discover what genuine repentance looks like. We cannot undo our past, but God’s grace can change how we respond when the old test returns. The clearest evidence that we have changed is not how deeply we regret our former choices, but whether we are willing to choose differently today.

]]> When Joseph’s brothers arrive in Egypt, circumstances recreate the defining test of their past: another favored son is in danger, and they can protect themselves by abandoning him. Years earlier, Judah proposed selling Joseph into slavery. Now he offers to become a slave in Benjamin’s place. What changed? In Part 5 of But God…, we’ll trace Judah’s journey from self-preservation to self-sacrifice and discover what genuine repentance looks like. We cannot undo our past, but God’s grace can change how we respond when the old test returns. The clearest evidence that we have changed is not how deeply we regret our former choices, but whether we are willing to choose differently today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19907984 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2740 2026 39 full false But God… Part 4: The Test But God… Part 4: The Test After thirteen years of slavery, false accusation, imprisonment, and waiting, Joseph’s circumstances change almost instantly. But promotion does not mean that his testing has ended. In Part 4 of But God... we will discover that success is faithfulness rather than status, that changed circumstances do not automatically heal old wounds, and that success tests what suffering has forged within us.

]]> After thirteen years of slavery, false accusation, imprisonment, and waiting, Joseph’s circumstances change almost instantly. But promotion does not mean that his testing has ended. In Part 4 of But God... we will discover that success is faithfulness rather than status, that changed circumstances do not automatically heal old wounds, and that success tests what suffering has forged within us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19870977 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2364 2026 38 full false But God… Part 3: Forgotten, but Not Forsaken But God… Part 3: Forgotten, but Not Forsaken Joseph spends years faithfully serving while his circumstances remain unchanged. Forgotten by the cupbearer and confined in prison, he cannot see that God is preparing him for the opportunity ahead. Join us for part three of But God…, where we will see that Joseph’s waiting was not wasted and that God uses obscurity, disappointment, and delay to shape him into someone capable of carrying the calling he received years earlier.

]]> Joseph spends years faithfully serving while his circumstances remain unchanged. Forgotten by the cupbearer and confined in prison, he cannot see that God is preparing him for the opportunity ahead. Join us for part three of But God…, where we will see that Joseph’s waiting was not wasted and that God uses obscurity, disappointment, and delay to shape him into someone capable of carrying the calling he received years earlier.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19834041 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2499 2026 37 full false But God… Part 2: Framed! But God… Part 2: Framed! Joseph was young, unmarried, far from home, and repeatedly pursued by a powerful woman. His culture, circumstances, and even his family history gave him reasons to compromise — but Joseph chose differently. He trusted that the God who created his sexuality knew how it was meant to flourish. In Part 2 of But God…, we’ll discover why sexual integrity means more than avoiding immorality, how God’s design challenges our culture’s approach to premarital sex and pornography, and why faithfulness is still worthwhile even when obedience makes life harder.

]]> Joseph was young, unmarried, far from home, and repeatedly pursued by a powerful woman. His culture, circumstances, and even his family history gave him reasons to compromise — but Joseph chose differently. He trusted that the God who created his sexuality knew how it was meant to flourish. In Part 2 of But God…, we’ll discover why sexual integrity means more than avoiding immorality, how God’s design challenges our culture’s approach to premarital sex and pornography, and why faithfulness is still worthwhile even when obedience makes life harder.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19797540 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2422 2026 36 full false But God… Part 1: The Dreamer But God… Part 1: The Dreamer Joseph receives a dream from God, but his journey toward that dream begins with betrayal, slavery, and seemingly accidental circumstances. Although God seems absent from Genesis 37, He is quietly directing the story. Join us for part one of But God, where we will learn that when we cannot see what God is doing, we can trust that He is still at work.

]]> Joseph receives a dream from God, but his journey toward that dream begins with betrayal, slavery, and seemingly accidental circumstances. Although God seems absent from Genesis 37, He is quietly directing the story. Join us for part one of But God, where we will learn that when we cannot see what God is doing, we can trust that He is still at work.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19762294 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2711 2026 35 full false Rich! Part 4: Rich in Time Rich! Part 4: Rich in Time The Rich Young Ruler was young, but youth did not guarantee that he would respond to Jesus later. His decisive moment came when Jesus said, “Come, follow me.” Join us for the conclusion of Rich! as we consider how to give God not only our money and abilities, but our attention, availability, relationships, service, and days.

]]> The Rich Young Ruler was young, but youth did not guarantee that he would respond to Jesus later. His decisive moment came when Jesus said, “Come, follow me.” Join us for the conclusion of Rich! as we consider how to give God not only our money and abilities, but our attention, availability, relationships, service, and days.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19725298 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2040 2026 34 full false Rich! Part 3: Rich in Treasure Rich! Part 3: Rich in Treasure Jesus told a story about a successful man whose land produced an abundant harvest. His business had done so well that he decided to build larger barns, store everything for himself, retire early, and enjoy the good life. But his plans ended suddenly when his life was required of him. The tragedy of the Rich Fool was not merely that he died unexpectedly. It was that he spent his life accumulating possessions but never became rich toward God. Join us for part three of Rich! as we discover that God gives us extra not merely to increase our standard of living, but to increase our standard of giving.

]]> Jesus told a story about a successful man whose land produced an abundant harvest. His business had done so well that he decided to build larger barns, store everything for himself, retire early, and enjoy the good life. But his plans ended suddenly when his life was required of him. The tragedy of the Rich Fool was not merely that he died unexpectedly. It was that he spent his life accumulating possessions but never became rich toward God. Join us for part three of Rich! as we discover that God gives us extra not merely to increase our standard of living, but to increase our standard of giving.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19688981 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1862 2026 33 full false Rich! Part 2: Rich in Talent Rich! Part 2: Rich in Talent The Rich Young Ruler was not only wealthy; he was a ruler. He possessed leadership ability, influence, responsibility, and opportunity. Yet none of those gifts were fully surrendered to Jesus. Join us for part two of Rich! as we discover that God does not measure us by what He entrusted to someone else, but by what we do with what He has entrusted to us.

]]> The Rich Young Ruler was not only wealthy; he was a ruler. He possessed leadership ability, influence, responsibility, and opportunity. Yet none of those gifts were fully surrendered to Jesus. Join us for part two of Rich! as we discover that God does not measure us by what He entrusted to someone else, but by what we do with what He has entrusted to us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19654496 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1964 2026 32 full false Rich! Part 1: Rich Young and Lost Rich! Part 1: Rich Young and Lost A young ruler came to Jesus asking what he needed to do to inherit eternal life. By every visible measure, he was successful. He was moral, influential, financially secure, and still young enough to believe his best years were ahead of him. But Jesus saw the one thing standing between the man and the life he desired. When Jesus invited him to release his possessions and follow, the man walked away sorrowful. The Rich Young Ruler wanted eternal life as an addition to the life he had already built. Jesus invited him to surrender that life and receive something better. Join us for part one of Rich! as we consider the question: What do you possess that you cannot imagine placing in Jesus’ hands?

]]> A young ruler came to Jesus asking what he needed to do to inherit eternal life. By every visible measure, he was successful. He was moral, influential, financially secure, and still young enough to believe his best years were ahead of him. But Jesus saw the one thing standing between the man and the life he desired. When Jesus invited him to release his possessions and follow, the man walked away sorrowful. The Rich Young Ruler wanted eternal life as an addition to the life he had already built. Jesus invited him to surrender that life and receive something better. Join us for part one of Rich! as we consider the question: What do you possess that you cannot imagine placing in Jesus’ hands?

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19625329 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2290 2026 31 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 4: Don’t Stop Believin’ Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 4: Don’t Stop Believin’ Some songs can only be sung by people who remember what it felt like to weep. Psalm 126 looks back on a season when God restored His people’s fortunes and filled their mouths with laughter. But it also looks forward with longing, asking God to do it again. This is the song of people who have tasted restoration but still carry tears. Join us for the final track of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that biblical hope is not wishful thinking. It is faith that keeps us sowing, praying, and trusting, because the God who restored His people in the past can be trusted with what remains undone.

]]> Some songs can only be sung by people who remember what it felt like to weep. Psalm 126 looks back on a season when God restored His people’s fortunes and filled their mouths with laughter. But it also looks forward with longing, asking God to do it again. This is the song of people who have tasted restoration but still carry tears. Join us for the final track of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that biblical hope is not wishful thinking. It is faith that keeps us sowing, praying, and trusting, because the God who restored His people in the past can be trusted with what remains undone.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19587847 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2506 2026 30 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 3: Ain’t No Mountain High Enough Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 3: Ain’t No Mountain High Enough The road ahead can be beautiful, but it can also be dangerous. Psalm 121 was a song for pilgrims making their way toward Jerusalem, lifting their eyes to the hills and asking where their help would come from. The answer was not found in the hills themselves, but in the Maker of heaven and earth. Join us for Track 3 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that God does not promise a trouble-free journey, but He does promise to keep His people every step of the way.

]]> The road ahead can be beautiful, but it can also be dangerous. Psalm 121 was a song for pilgrims making their way toward Jerusalem, lifting their eyes to the hills and asking where their help would come from. The answer was not found in the hills themselves, but in the Maker of heaven and earth. Join us for Track 3 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that God does not promise a trouble-free journey, but He does promise to keep His people every step of the way.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19552307 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1825 2026 29 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 2: I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 2: I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For Every heart is thirsty for something. We chase satisfaction through success, comfort, approval, pleasure, and control, only to find that none of them can satisfy the soul’s deepest thirst. Psalm 63 was written in the wilderness, yet David’s greatest longing was not for water, safety, or escape. His soul thirsted for God. Join us for Track 2 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will discover that the life we seek is not found in getting more from God, but in wanting more of God.

]]> Every heart is thirsty for something. We chase satisfaction through success, comfort, approval, pleasure, and control, only to find that none of them can satisfy the soul’s deepest thirst. Psalm 63 was written in the wilderness, yet David’s greatest longing was not for water, safety, or escape. His soul thirsted for God. Join us for Track 2 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will discover that the life we seek is not found in getting more from God, but in wanting more of God.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19515283 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2177 2026 28 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 1: Help! Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5 | Track 1: Help! There are seasons when prayer feels less like a song and more like a cry for help. “How long, O Lord?” is the sound of a weary soul that still believes God is there, even when He feels absent. Psalm 13 teaches us that biblical faith does not deny sorrow, suppress lament, or rush too quickly to easy answers. Instead, it brings the ache directly to God. Join us for Track 1 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that lament is not the opposite of faith; it is often the language faith uses in the dark.

]]> There are seasons when prayer feels less like a song and more like a cry for help. “How long, O Lord?” is the sound of a weary soul that still believes God is there, even when He feels absent. Psalm 13 teaches us that biblical faith does not deny sorrow, suppress lament, or rush too quickly to easy answers. Instead, it brings the ache directly to God. Join us for Track 1 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 5, where we will learn that lament is not the opposite of faith; it is often the language faith uses in the dark.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19482993 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2053 2026 27 full false The Table | Part 6: The Table of Unity The Table | Part 6: The Table of Unity When Peter was invited to share a meal with a Roman officer named Cornelius, he faced a cultural barrier he had never crossed before. Through that experience, God showed him that the gospel was not limited to one group of people—the invitation to the table was for everyone. The early church realized that God’s family was much bigger than they imagined. This week, we wrap up the series by exploring how the table becomes a place of mission, where God welcomes people from every background into His family.

]]> When Peter was invited to share a meal with a Roman officer named Cornelius, he faced a cultural barrier he had never crossed before. Through that experience, God showed him that the gospel was not limited to one group of people—the invitation to the table was for everyone. The early church realized that God’s family was much bigger than they imagined. This week, we wrap up the series by exploring how the table becomes a place of mission, where God welcomes people from every background into His family.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19447147 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2318 2026 26 full false The Table | Part 5: The Table of Humility The Table | Part 5: The Table of Humility At a dinner hosted by a Pharisee, Jesus noticed that everyone was competing for the best seats at the table. In response, He taught that God’s kingdom operates differently — those who elevate themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be lifted up. At Jesus’ table, status and pride are replaced by humility and service. This week, we learn how the table becomes a place where our hearts are shaped to resemble Christ.

]]> At a dinner hosted by a Pharisee, Jesus noticed that everyone was competing for the best seats at the table. In response, He taught that God’s kingdom operates differently — those who elevate themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be lifted up. At Jesus’ table, status and pride are replaced by humility and service. This week, we learn how the table becomes a place where our hearts are shaped to resemble Christ.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19414116 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2171 2026 25 full false The Table | Part 4: The Table of the Church The Table | Part 4: The Table of the Church The earliest followers of Jesus dedicated themselves not only to teaching and prayer but also to sharing meals together. Day after day, they gathered in homes, breaking bread and celebrating God’s goodness with glad and generous hearts. Their relationships were deep, authentic, and life-giving. This week, we rediscover how shared meals helped shape the first Christian community and how they can strengthen our relationships today.

]]> The earliest followers of Jesus dedicated themselves not only to teaching and prayer but also to sharing meals together. Day after day, they gathered in homes, breaking bread and celebrating God’s goodness with glad and generous hearts. Their relationships were deep, authentic, and life-giving. This week, we rediscover how shared meals helped shape the first Christian community and how they can strengthen our relationships today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19383362 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 2634 2026 24 full false The Table | Part 3: The Table of Jesus The Table | Part 3: The Table of Jesus Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is often seen at a table—eating with tax collectors, sinners, and people others avoided. When Levi hosted a dinner for Jesus, it became a powerful picture of grace: the kingdom of God welcoming those who knew they needed mercy. Jesus used meals to bring people together, break down barriers, and invite people into a new life. This week, we see how following Jesus means extending the same kind of welcome to others.

]]> Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is often seen at a table—eating with tax collectors, sinners, and people others avoided. When Levi hosted a dinner for Jesus, it became a powerful picture of grace: the kingdom of God welcoming those who knew they needed mercy. Jesus used meals to bring people together, break down barriers, and invite people into a new life. This week, we see how following Jesus means extending the same kind of welcome to others.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19344726 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1979 2026 23 full false The Table | Part 2: The Table of God’s Presence The Table | Part 2: The Table of God’s Presence In the tabernacle, God told Israel to build a special table and place bread on it as a sign of His presence among them. Centuries later, Jesus fed thousands and called Himself the Bread of Life — the One who truly satisfies the hunger of the human soul. God’s invitation has always been the same: come to the table and experience His presence. This week, we learn how every meal can become a reminder that God wants to be with His people.

]]> In the tabernacle, God told Israel to build a special table and place bread on it as a sign of His presence among them. Centuries later, Jesus fed thousands and called Himself the Bread of Life — the One who truly satisfies the hunger of the human soul. God’s invitation has always been the same: come to the table and experience His presence. This week, we learn how every meal can become a reminder that God wants to be with His people.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19308120 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2388 2026 22 full false The Table | Part 1: The Table of Redemption The Table | Part 1: The Table of Redemption On the night God delivered Israel from slavery in Egypt, He didn’t tell His people to pack their bags first — He told them to prepare a meal. The Passover table became the place where God’s people remembered His saving work and passed the story of redemption on to the next generation. In the same way, followers of Jesus gather around the table to remember that we too have been rescued — freed not from Egypt, but from sin. This week, we begin by rediscovering how the table helps us remember God’s grace and share His story with others.


]]> On the night God delivered Israel from slavery in Egypt, He didn’t tell His people to pack their bags first — He told them to prepare a meal. The Passover table became the place where God’s people remembered His saving work and passed the story of redemption on to the next generation. In the same way, followers of Jesus gather around the table to remember that we too have been rescued — freed not from Egypt, but from sin. This week, we begin by rediscovering how the table helps us remember God’s grace and share His story with others.


]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19268833 Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2021 2026 21 full false Home Work | Part 7 - Final Exam: The Process of Becoming Home Work | Part 7 - Final Exam: The Process of Becoming Life doesn’t unfold the way we expect. At some point, the life we envisioned gives way to the life we're actually living. In that moment, many people assume something has gone wrong —but what if that moment is actually an invitation? In the final message of Home Work, we explore the story of Peter in John 21 and discover that spiritual growth happens in stages. The first half of life focuses on building, achieving, and defining who we are. The second half involves surrendering, trusting, and becoming who God designed us to be. God uses every stage of life — and every relationship in our lives — to shape us into people capable of love. The question isn’t just how you will live … but who you will become.

]]> Life doesn’t unfold the way we expect. At some point, the life we envisioned gives way to the life we're actually living. In that moment, many people assume something has gone wrong —but what if that moment is actually an invitation? In the final message of Home Work, we explore the story of Peter in John 21 and discover that spiritual growth happens in stages. The first half of life focuses on building, achieving, and defining who we are. The second half involves surrendering, trusting, and becoming who God designed us to be. God uses every stage of life — and every relationship in our lives — to shape us into people capable of love. The question isn’t just how you will live … but who you will become.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19230887 Sun, 24 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400 2161 2026 20 full false Home Work | Part 6 - Make-up Work: Repairing What’s Been Broken Home Work | Part 6 - Make-up Work: Repairing What’s Been Broken Everyone gets hurt — but not everyone heals. Bitterness imprisons families for generations, while forgiveness opens the door to freedom, peace, and restoration. In this powerful message from Matthew 18, we discover that forgiveness is not ignoring what happened or pretending it didn’t hurt — it is releasing a debt because Christ has released ours. Forgiven people become forgiving people.

]]> Everyone gets hurt — but not everyone heals. Bitterness imprisons families for generations, while forgiveness opens the door to freedom, peace, and restoration. In this powerful message from Matthew 18, we discover that forgiveness is not ignoring what happened or pretending it didn’t hurt — it is releasing a debt because Christ has released ours. Forgiven people become forgiving people.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19190804 Sun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2272 2026 19 full false Home Work | Part 5 - Family Rhythms Home Work | Part 5 - Family Rhythms Our daily habits shape who we become — not only as individuals, but as families. The traditions and routines of a family can shape our children and future generations for years to come. The routines we practice — whether it’s watching college football every Saturday or sharing meals around the dinner table — often become the patterns our children naturally adopt. That’s why God gave Israel such intentional instruction in Deuteronomy 6 — to ensure that daily family rhythms would continually reinforce faith and identity. Join us for Part Five of Home Work, as we explore how the sacred rhythms we build into our homes today can shape a lasting legacy of faith.

]]> Our daily habits shape who we become — not only as individuals, but as families. The traditions and routines of a family can shape our children and future generations for years to come. The routines we practice — whether it’s watching college football every Saturday or sharing meals around the dinner table — often become the patterns our children naturally adopt. That’s why God gave Israel such intentional instruction in Deuteronomy 6 — to ensure that daily family rhythms would continually reinforce faith and identity. Join us for Part Five of Home Work, as we explore how the sacred rhythms we build into our homes today can shape a lasting legacy of faith.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19152883 Sun, 10 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2186 2026 18 full false Home Work | Part 4 - Sex Ed: God’s Design vs. Cultural Narrative Home Work | Part 4 - Sex Ed: God’s Design vs. Cultural Narrative Since the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, it may seem that our society has become increasingly sexually promiscuous. However, we’ve probably just become more open about the promiscuity that has always existed. The early church faced a culture with destructive beliefs and practices related to human sexuality. One thing that set early Christians apart was their understanding of the beauty and sacredness of human sexuality as God designed it. Join us for Part Four of Home Work, as we discuss God’s design for human sexuality and how it points to the essence of our most basic desires.

]]> Since the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, it may seem that our society has become increasingly sexually promiscuous. However, we’ve probably just become more open about the promiscuity that has always existed. The early church faced a culture with destructive beliefs and practices related to human sexuality. One thing that set early Christians apart was their understanding of the beauty and sacredness of human sexuality as God designed it. Join us for Part Four of Home Work, as we discuss God’s design for human sexuality and how it points to the essence of our most basic desires.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19116453 Sun, 03 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2583 2026 17 full false Home Work | Part 3 - Study Buddies: How Marriage Points to God Home Work | Part 3 - Study Buddies: How Marriage Points to God The most intimate of all human relationships is the bond between a husband and wife. That makes marriage the most fulfilling, and potentially the most damaging, of all relationships. When God created man in His image, He said it was not good for him to be alone. So God instituted the marriage relationship. From Adam and Eve to the couple who just said, “I do,” marriage continues to be a source of fulfillment and pain for many people. Join us for Part Three of Home Work, as we explore what the Bible says about marriage, divorce, and singleness.

]]> The most intimate of all human relationships is the bond between a husband and wife. That makes marriage the most fulfilling, and potentially the most damaging, of all relationships. When God created man in His image, He said it was not good for him to be alone. So God instituted the marriage relationship. From Adam and Eve to the couple who just said, “I do,” marriage continues to be a source of fulfillment and pain for many people. Join us for Part Three of Home Work, as we explore what the Bible says about marriage, divorce, and singleness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19078698 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2778 2026 16 full false Home Work | Part 2 - Passing the Test: The Beauty in Blessing Home Work | Part 2 - Passing the Test: The Beauty in Blessing Families share more than DNA; they share traditions, habits, and patterns — some good, some not. The way we view and live our lives is often shaped by our families. What if we were intentional in building rhythms of blessing, planting seeds of faith, and learning to lean into God with our trust in Him? Join us for Part Two of Home Work as we seek to be a people after God’s heart.

]]> Families share more than DNA; they share traditions, habits, and patterns — some good, some not. The way we view and live our lives is often shaped by our families. What if we were intentional in building rhythms of blessing, planting seeds of faith, and learning to lean into God with our trust in Him? Join us for Part Two of Home Work as we seek to be a people after God’s heart.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19040436 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2220 2026 15 full false Home Work | Part 1 - Family Systems 101: Breaking the Cycle Home Work | Part 1 - Family Systems 101: Breaking the Cycle Families share more than DNA; they also share traditions, habits, and patterns—some good, some not. The way we think about sex, money, marriage, work, and many other things has been shaped by our families of origin. Patterns of abuse, addiction, and personal bias can often be traced through our family tree. Join us for Part One of Home Work, where we will see God’s warning to families about the destructive patterns of sin and their effect on future generations.

]]> Families share more than DNA; they also share traditions, habits, and patterns—some good, some not. The way we think about sex, money, marriage, work, and many other things has been shaped by our families of origin. Patterns of abuse, addiction, and personal bias can often be traced through our family tree. Join us for Part One of Home Work, where we will see God’s warning to families about the destructive patterns of sin and their effect on future generations.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-19003131 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2276 2026 14 full false Easter Sunday | So What? Easter Sunday | So What? Easter is more than just a tradition or a sentimental story — it is based on the bold claim that Jesus Christ was raised from the dead. If that claim is false, Christianity collapses; but if it is true, it changes everything. In So What?, we’ll explore how the resurrection is not just proof that Jesus lives, but also power for how you live — transforming your identity, freeing you from striving to earn God’s approval, restoring what is broken, and inviting you into a life filled with purpose and the transforming presence of God. Join us this Easter and discover what it could mean for you to truly live in the power of the resurrection.

]]> Easter is more than just a tradition or a sentimental story — it is based on the bold claim that Jesus Christ was raised from the dead. If that claim is false, Christianity collapses; but if it is true, it changes everything. In So What?, we’ll explore how the resurrection is not just proof that Jesus lives, but also power for how you live — transforming your identity, freeing you from striving to earn God’s approval, restoring what is broken, and inviting you into a life filled with purpose and the transforming presence of God. Join us this Easter and discover what it could mean for you to truly live in the power of the resurrection.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18965102 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2532 2026 13 full false The Servant Songs | Song 4: Wounded for Us The Servant Songs | Song 4: Wounded for Us What if the moment that looked like defeat was actually the greatest victory in history? In the final Servant Song, Isaiah describes a figure so disfigured that He is barely recognizable — yet through His wounds, many are healed. Rejected, crushed, and cut off, the Servant bears not His own sin but ours. And then — shockingly — He lives, reigns, and justifies many. In this climactic message of The Servant Songs, we see that Jesus's suffering was not a tragedy but a substitution. The cross was not a loss — it was our salvation.

]]> What if the moment that looked like defeat was actually the greatest victory in history? In the final Servant Song, Isaiah describes a figure so disfigured that He is barely recognizable — yet through His wounds, many are healed. Rejected, crushed, and cut off, the Servant bears not His own sin but ours. And then — shockingly — He lives, reigns, and justifies many. In this climactic message of The Servant Songs, we see that Jesus's suffering was not a tragedy but a substitution. The cross was not a loss — it was our salvation.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18887539 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2164 2026 12 full false The Servant Songs | Song 3: Like Flint The Servant Songs | Song 3: Like Flint What does the Servant of the Lord do when obedience brings opposition and faithfulness brings suffering? In the third Servant Song, Isaiah presents a Messiah who listens humbly, suffers willingly, and remains unshaken in the face of injustice. “I have set my face like flint,” the Servant declares. In this message, we see how Jesus fulfilled Isaiah’s vision — refusing to turn back from the cross and trusting His Father for vindication. When trials tempt us to retreat, the flint-faced Savior invites us to fix our eyes on Him and follow in His steps.

]]> What does the Servant of the Lord do when obedience brings opposition and faithfulness brings suffering? In the third Servant Song, Isaiah presents a Messiah who listens humbly, suffers willingly, and remains unshaken in the face of injustice. “I have set my face like flint,” the Servant declares. In this message, we see how Jesus fulfilled Isaiah’s vision — refusing to turn back from the cross and trusting His Father for vindication. When trials tempt us to retreat, the flint-faced Savior invites us to fix our eyes on Him and follow in His steps.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18849543 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2249 2026 11 full false The Servant Songs | Song 2: Mothers and Tattoos The Servant Songs | Song 2: Mothers and Tattoos What do you do when you believe God’s promises but still feel forgotten? In the second Servant Song, Isaiah reveals a salvation so vast it reaches the ends of the earth. Yet in the middle of that promise, God’s people cry out, “The Lord has forgotten me.” Rather than rebuking their doubt, God responds with tenderness — likening His love to that of a nursing mother and then going even further: “I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.” In song two of The Servant Songs, we see how Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s vision — not only as the Servant who brings salvation to the nations, but as the Savior who bears our names in wounded hands. When faith feels thin and pain feels personal, the gospel reminds us: we are not forgotten — we are held.

]]> What do you do when you believe God’s promises but still feel forgotten? In the second Servant Song, Isaiah reveals a salvation so vast it reaches the ends of the earth. Yet in the middle of that promise, God’s people cry out, “The Lord has forgotten me.” Rather than rebuking their doubt, God responds with tenderness — likening His love to that of a nursing mother and then going even further: “I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.” In song two of The Servant Songs, we see how Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s vision — not only as the Servant who brings salvation to the nations, but as the Savior who bears our names in wounded hands. When faith feels thin and pain feels personal, the gospel reminds us: we are not forgotten — we are held.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18810466 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2193 2026 10 full false The Servant Songs | Song 1: Behold My Servant The Servant Songs | Song 1: Behold My Servant What kind of king brings justice without force, power without coercion, and victory through suffering? In the first of Isaiah’s Servant Songs, God introduces a ruler unlike any the world has known -- a servant who restores what is broken not by crushing the weak but by bearing their burdens. In this message, we see how Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s vision as the Servant King who brings healing, hope, and justice to a wounded world and invites His followers to walk the same path.

]]> What kind of king brings justice without force, power without coercion, and victory through suffering? In the first of Isaiah’s Servant Songs, God introduces a ruler unlike any the world has known -- a servant who restores what is broken not by crushing the weak but by bearing their burdens. In this message, we see how Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s vision as the Servant King who brings healing, hope, and justice to a wounded world and invites His followers to walk the same path.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18770127 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2660 2026 9 full false More | Patrick Coats More | Patrick Coats Paul’s doxology reminds us that God does more than we ask, think, or imagine ... not because of who we are, but because of who He is.

]]> Paul’s doxology reminds us that God does more than we ask, think, or imagine ... not because of who we are, but because of who He is.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18731090 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2076 2026 8 full false The Digital Dilemma | Part 4: The Digital Rule of Life The Digital Dilemma | Part 4: The Digital Rule of Life As the Digital Fast nears its end, the question is no longer what we will give up but what we will carry forward. In this message from 1 Peter 5, we are reminded that the Christian life is lived amid a spiritual battle -- and distraction is one of the enemy’s most effective tools. Rather than drifting back into old habits, followers of Jesus are invited to establish a Digital Rule of Life: a set of intentional rhythms and boundaries that help us remain sober-minded, spiritually alert, and open to the abundant life Jesus offers.

]]> As the Digital Fast nears its end, the question is no longer what we will give up but what we will carry forward. In this message from 1 Peter 5, we are reminded that the Christian life is lived amid a spiritual battle -- and distraction is one of the enemy’s most effective tools. Rather than drifting back into old habits, followers of Jesus are invited to establish a Digital Rule of Life: a set of intentional rhythms and boundaries that help us remain sober-minded, spiritually alert, and open to the abundant life Jesus offers.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18692253 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2671 2026 7 full false The Digital Dilemma | Part 3: The Joy of Missing Out The Digital Dilemma | Part 3: The Joy of Missing Out In a culture driven by constant connection and endless updates, missing out feels like failure. But what if it’s actually freedom? In this message from Romans 12:2, we discover how constant digital noise shapes our minds -- and how intentional absence can restore clarity, peace, and joy. As part of a 28-day digital fast, this sermon invites us to experience what happens when we stop conforming to the patterns of a distracted world and allow God to renew our minds. Sometimes the life we want most isn’t found by adding more -- but by letting go.

]]> In a culture driven by constant connection and endless updates, missing out feels like failure. But what if it’s actually freedom? In this message from Romans 12:2, we discover how constant digital noise shapes our minds -- and how intentional absence can restore clarity, peace, and joy. As part of a 28-day digital fast, this sermon invites us to experience what happens when we stop conforming to the patterns of a distracted world and allow God to renew our minds. Sometimes the life we want most isn’t found by adding more -- but by letting go.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18644901 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2759 2026 6 full false The Digital Dilemma | Part 2: We Were Made for Limits The Digital Dilemma | Part 2: We Were Made for Limits From the very beginning, God created humanity with limits -- not as a punishment, but as a gift. In this message from The Digital Dilemma series, we explore how the first temptation in the garden was an invitation to live without limits -- to be “like God.” Today, our devices whisper the same lie, promising unlimited knowledge, constant presence, and instant power. The result is a generation exhausted from trying to live beyond what we were made to bear. This sermon reveals why embracing God-given limits leads to rediscovering what it means to live fully human, fully present, and fully alive in Christ.

]]> From the very beginning, God created humanity with limits -- not as a punishment, but as a gift. In this message from The Digital Dilemma series, we explore how the first temptation in the garden was an invitation to live without limits -- to be “like God.” Today, our devices whisper the same lie, promising unlimited knowledge, constant presence, and instant power. The result is a generation exhausted from trying to live beyond what we were made to bear. This sermon reveals why embracing God-given limits leads to rediscovering what it means to live fully human, fully present, and fully alive in Christ.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18610446 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2339 2026 5 full false The Digital Dilemma | Part 1: The Price of Your Device The Digital Dilemma | Part 1: The Price of Your Device In the first week of The Digital Dilemma, we reveal the hidden spiritual battle behind our screens. Drawing from Jesus’ warning in John 10:10, we see how the digital world quietly steals our attention, destroys our peace, and robs us of joy -- often without us realizing it. But Jesus offers something completely different: a full, awake, abundant life. This message encourages you to take a 28-day digital fast to reclaim your focus, regain your peace, and refocus your life on God's presence.

]]> In the first week of The Digital Dilemma, we reveal the hidden spiritual battle behind our screens. Drawing from Jesus’ warning in John 10:10, we see how the digital world quietly steals our attention, destroys our peace, and robs us of joy -- often without us realizing it. But Jesus offers something completely different: a full, awake, abundant life. This message encourages you to take a 28-day digital fast to reclaim your focus, regain your peace, and refocus your life on God's presence.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18570941 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2068 2026 4 full false The Jesus Road | Part 3: Live His Life The Jesus Road | Part 3: Live His Life In the final message of The Jesus Road, we examine Jesus’ claim to be ‘the Life.’ Eternal life is not just the reward of heaven but also the present reality of knowing God through Jesus Christ. This life starts now, develops as our desires are reshaped to love what Jesus loves, and lasts forever through the hope of resurrection. At the heart of this Life is a great exchange—dying to our old selves so that the risen Christ can live in us.

]]> In the final message of The Jesus Road, we examine Jesus’ claim to be ‘the Life.’ Eternal life is not just the reward of heaven but also the present reality of knowing God through Jesus Christ. This life starts now, develops as our desires are reshaped to love what Jesus loves, and lasts forever through the hope of resurrection. At the heart of this Life is a great exchange—dying to our old selves so that the risen Christ can live in us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18528399 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2335 2026 3 full false The Jesus Road | Part 2: Know His Truth The Jesus Road | Part 2: Know His Truth In a world overflowing with data yet starving for meaning, Jesus makes a powerful claim—not that He teaches the truth, but that He is the Truth. In part two of The Jesus Road, we explore the difference between facts and truth, between information and revelation, and between knowing about Jesus and knowing Him personally. Through Jesus’ conversation with Pilate, we see that truth is relational, not just rational; transformational, not just informational.

]]> In a world overflowing with data yet starving for meaning, Jesus makes a powerful claim—not that He teaches the truth, but that He is the Truth. In part two of The Jesus Road, we explore the difference between facts and truth, between information and revelation, and between knowing about Jesus and knowing Him personally. Through Jesus’ conversation with Pilate, we see that truth is relational, not just rational; transformational, not just informational.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18493567 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2287 2026 2 full false The Jesus Road | Part 1: Walk His Way The Jesus Road | Part 1: Walk His Way At the start of His ministry, Jesus didn’t deliver a lecture, creed, or doctrinal checklist. He extended an invitation: “Come and see. Follow Me.” In this opening message of The Jesus Road, we explore what Jesus meant when He said He was “the Way.” Before we understand everything about Jesus, we are called to walk with Him—to shape our lives around His way of living. This sermon encourages both seekers and believers to follow Jesus with their hands, habits, and daily actions, trusting that obedience comes before understanding and that walking in the Way leads us into the Truth and Life Jesus promises.

]]> At the start of His ministry, Jesus didn’t deliver a lecture, creed, or doctrinal checklist. He extended an invitation: “Come and see. Follow Me.” In this opening message of The Jesus Road, we explore what Jesus meant when He said He was “the Way.” Before we understand everything about Jesus, we are called to walk with Him—to shape our lives around His way of living. This sermon encourages both seekers and believers to follow Jesus with their hands, habits, and daily actions, trusting that obedience comes before understanding and that walking in the Way leads us into the Truth and Life Jesus promises.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18454829 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2641 2026 1 full false For Unto Us | Reflections For Unto Us | Reflections Who—or what—are you becoming? The Apostle John reminds us that we are children of God, being shaped into His likeness by what we focus our hearts and minds on. Just as a mirror reflects whatever stands before it, our lives mirror whatever captures our attention. This message encourages us to pause at the end of one year and the start of another, asking “Am I reflecting Christ or something else?” As we fix our gaze on Jesus, we discover not only who He is but also who we are becoming in Him.

]]> Who—or what—are you becoming? The Apostle John reminds us that we are children of God, being shaped into His likeness by what we focus our hearts and minds on. Just as a mirror reflects whatever stands before it, our lives mirror whatever captures our attention. This message encourages us to pause at the end of one year and the start of another, asking “Am I reflecting Christ or something else?” As we fix our gaze on Jesus, we discover not only who He is but also who we are becoming in Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18425866 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2333 2025 103 full false For Unto Us | The Shadow of Christmas For Unto Us | The Shadow of Christmas Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18413022 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0500 1007 2025 102 full false For Unto Us Part 4: Love | The Righteous King For Unto Us Part 4: Love | The Righteous King In a world weary of corrupt leaders and broken systems, Isaiah promised a righteous King—a ruler whose love would make all things right. From the stump of Israel’s failure, God would raise a new branch to bring justice for the poor, peace to creation, and reconciliation for all people. This final message of Unto Us: The Gospel According to Isaiah reminds us that the love of Christmas is not sentimental but strong—the healing reign of a King whose love restores all things.

]]> In a world weary of corrupt leaders and broken systems, Isaiah promised a righteous King—a ruler whose love would make all things right. From the stump of Israel’s failure, God would raise a new branch to bring justice for the poor, peace to creation, and reconciliation for all people. This final message of Unto Us: The Gospel According to Isaiah reminds us that the love of Christmas is not sentimental but strong—the healing reign of a King whose love restores all things.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18399779 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0500 2215 2025 101 full false For Unto Us Part 3: Joy | God with Us For Unto Us Part 3: Joy | God with Us In a world where fear often drowns out gladness, Isaiah promised a sign: “Immanuel — God with us.” Joseph faced scandal, Mary faced uncertainty, yet both discovered that joy is not found in circumstances but in God’s presence. Part three of For Unto Us reminds us that the joy of Christmas is the assurance that God has not abandoned us — He has come near, and He is still with us.

]]> In a world where fear often drowns out gladness, Isaiah promised a sign: “Immanuel — God with us.” Joseph faced scandal, Mary faced uncertainty, yet both discovered that joy is not found in circumstances but in God’s presence. Part three of For Unto Us reminds us that the joy of Christmas is the assurance that God has not abandoned us — He has come near, and He is still with us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18351777 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 2203 2025 100 full false For Unto Us Part 2: Peace | The Promise of Peace For Unto Us Part 2: Peace | The Promise of Peace In a world torn by conflict, Isaiah shares a stunning vision of swords turned into plowshares and nations streaming to the mountain of God. That vision became reality in Bethlehem when the Prince of Peace arrived to dwell among us. Peace is not the absence of conflict, nor the naïve optimism of pacifism. True peace is the presence of Christ — God’s peace made real. Join us for part 2 of For Unto Us, where we are reminded that Jesus is God’s declaration of peace on earth, and of His call to us to live as peacemakers in a world in desperate need of peace.

]]> In a world torn by conflict, Isaiah shares a stunning vision of swords turned into plowshares and nations streaming to the mountain of God. That vision became reality in Bethlehem when the Prince of Peace arrived to dwell among us. Peace is not the absence of conflict, nor the naïve optimism of pacifism. True peace is the presence of Christ — God’s peace made real. Join us for part 2 of For Unto Us, where we are reminded that Jesus is God’s declaration of peace on earth, and of His call to us to live as peacemakers in a world in desperate need of peace.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18317834 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2165 2025 99 full false For Unto Us Part 1: Hope | A Child is Born For Unto Us Part 1: Hope | A Child is Born Long before Bethlehem, Isaiah saw Christmas coming. In a world of gloom and darkness, he promised a great light. That hope didn’t arrive through armies or politics but through a child—a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Part one of Unto Us: The Gospel According to Isaiah reminds us that Jesus is our only hope —the light in our darkness, the child in the manger, and the King whose reign will never end.

]]> Long before Bethlehem, Isaiah saw Christmas coming. In a world of gloom and darkness, he promised a great light. That hope didn’t arrive through armies or politics but through a child—a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Part one of Unto Us: The Gospel According to Isaiah reminds us that Jesus is our only hope —the light in our darkness, the child in the manger, and the King whose reign will never end.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18278603 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1806 2025 98 full false Here Am I | Part 4: A Light in the Darkness Here Am I | Part 4: A Light in the Darkness In a world that often silences truth and mocks faith, Isaiah shows us what it means to follow God into the darkness. Built through years of listening and obedience, the prophet learns to trust the Lord when the journey becomes painful. His words point ahead to Jesus, the ultimate Servant who set His face like flint and carried the light of God’s love through the shadow of the cross. Join us for the final message in the Here I Am series, where we discover that when the world rejects the truth, God’s Word still shines in the darkness—and so must we.

]]> In a world that often silences truth and mocks faith, Isaiah shows us what it means to follow God into the darkness. Built through years of listening and obedience, the prophet learns to trust the Lord when the journey becomes painful. His words point ahead to Jesus, the ultimate Servant who set His face like flint and carried the light of God’s love through the shadow of the cross. Join us for the final message in the Here I Am series, where we discover that when the world rejects the truth, God’s Word still shines in the darkness—and so must we.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18240604 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2186 2025 97 full false Here Am I | Part 3: Fear Less Here Am I | Part 3: Fear Less In a world ruled by fear and fueled by endless headlines, God’s people are called to live differently. When the kings of the earth trembled, Isaiah heard a counter-cultural command: “Do not fear what they fear. The Lord Almighty is the One you are to regard as holy.” In this message, Pastor Gary Webber shows how faith in the face of fear becomes a declaration of hope in a despairing world—and how trusting the holiness of God can steady us amid cultural panic and personal anxiety.

]]> In a world ruled by fear and fueled by endless headlines, God’s people are called to live differently. When the kings of the earth trembled, Isaiah heard a counter-cultural command: “Do not fear what they fear. The Lord Almighty is the One you are to regard as holy.” In this message, Pastor Gary Webber shows how faith in the face of fear becomes a declaration of hope in a despairing world—and how trusting the holiness of God can steady us amid cultural panic and personal anxiety.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18203698 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1814 2025 96 full false Here Am I | Part 2: Cleansed and Called Here Am I | Part 2: Cleansed and Called When Isaiah entered the temple, it was just another day of worship—until he saw the Lord. In that moment, God's holiness revealed his sin, cleansed his lips, and forever changed his life. In this message, Pastor Gary Webber shows how God uses worship to reveal His glory, redeem our guilt, and empower us for His mission. God still calls imperfect people to proclaim His perfect message. When grace transforms our worship, our only response is, “Here I am — send me.”

]]> When Isaiah entered the temple, it was just another day of worship—until he saw the Lord. In that moment, God's holiness revealed his sin, cleansed his lips, and forever changed his life. In this message, Pastor Gary Webber shows how God uses worship to reveal His glory, redeem our guilt, and empower us for His mission. God still calls imperfect people to proclaim His perfect message. When grace transforms our worship, our only response is, “Here I am — send me.”

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18162827 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2107 2025 95 full false Here Am I | Part 1: The Enemy Within Here Am I | Part 1: The Enemy Within Isaiah’s ministry began in a nation that looked devout but was spiritually diseased. The people performed acts of worship while ignoring justice, truth, and compassion. In this opening message from the Here I Am series, Pastor Gary Webber reminds us that before God can use us to change the world around us, He must first cleanse the world within us. Only when the “enemy within” is exposed and forgiven can we say, “Here I am, send me.”

]]> Isaiah’s ministry began in a nation that looked devout but was spiritually diseased. The people performed acts of worship while ignoring justice, truth, and compassion. In this opening message from the Here I Am series, Pastor Gary Webber reminds us that before God can use us to change the world around us, He must first cleanse the world within us. Only when the “enemy within” is exposed and forgiven can we say, “Here I am, send me.”

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18126183 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 2072 2025 94 full false Bridges | Part 4: A Bridge to the Table Bridges | Part 4: A Bridge to the Table In Luke 14:12-24, Jesus tells a story about a banquet where the invitations go to the most unlikely guests. God’s Kingdom is like that table - overflowing with grace and open to all. A Bridge to the Table calls us to extend that same invitation: to make room for one more, welcome the outsider, and reflect heaven’s hospitality here on earth. Love fills the table when we pray boldly, give generously, and serve joyfully - so that God’s house may be full. 

]]> In Luke 14:12-24, Jesus tells a story about a banquet where the invitations go to the most unlikely guests. God’s Kingdom is like that table - overflowing with grace and open to all. A Bridge to the Table calls us to extend that same invitation: to make room for one more, welcome the outsider, and reflect heaven’s hospitality here on earth. Love fills the table when we pray boldly, give generously, and serve joyfully - so that God’s house may be full. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18077548 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2717 2025 93 full false Bridges | Part 3: A Bridge to the Future Bridges | Part 3: A Bridge to the Future What kind of legacy will we leave behind? In Luke 18:15–17, Jesus turns the world’s values upside down by welcoming children and declaring that the Kingdom belongs to them. A Bridge to the Future reminds us that the church is always one generation away from becoming a museum. Our calling is to see the next generation, invest in them today, and learn from their childlike faith. Legacy is not just what we leave behind—it’s who we raise up to follow Jesus. Love builds a bridge to the future when we   pray for, serve with, and entrust leadership to those who will carry the gospel beyond us.

]]> What kind of legacy will we leave behind? In Luke 18:15–17, Jesus turns the world’s values upside down by welcoming children and declaring that the Kingdom belongs to them. A Bridge to the Future reminds us that the church is always one generation away from becoming a museum. Our calling is to see the next generation, invest in them today, and learn from their childlike faith. Legacy is not just what we leave behind—it’s who we raise up to follow Jesus. Love builds a bridge to the future when we   pray for, serve with, and entrust leadership to those who will carry the gospel beyond us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-18052779 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2241 2025 92 full false Bridges | Part 2: A Bridge to the Nations Bridges | Part 2: A Bridge to the Nations God’s heart has always been for the nations. From Abraham’s promise to Isaiah’s vision of a house of prayer for all peoples to John’s glimpse of a multitude before the throne, Scripture reveals a global mission. But like Israel, the church today can lose the plot when we forget who the Gospel is for. Join us for part 2 of Bridges, where we see that love crosses borders—racial, cultural, and personal. Jesus calls us to become a bridge to the nations—starting right here in our city.

]]> God’s heart has always been for the nations. From Abraham’s promise to Isaiah’s vision of a house of prayer for all peoples to John’s glimpse of a multitude before the throne, Scripture reveals a global mission. But like Israel, the church today can lose the plot when we forget who the Gospel is for. Join us for part 2 of Bridges, where we see that love crosses borders—racial, cultural, and personal. Jesus calls us to become a bridge to the nations—starting right here in our city.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17999298 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0400 2641 2025 91 full false Bridges | Part 1: A Bridge to the City  Bridges | Part 1: A Bridge to the City  In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows us that real love is more than sentiment—it crosses the street. In this opening message of our Bridges series, we’ll explore what it means to love our city by seeing the needs around us, showing mercy to those the world overlooks, and sharing ourselves in ways that build lasting bridges. Aspire Church is called to be more than a place of worship; we are a church that is for Christ, for the city, for good. We are called to bring God’s love across every street and into every neighborhood.

]]> In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows us that real love is more than sentiment—it crosses the street. In this opening message of our Bridges series, we’ll explore what it means to love our city by seeing the needs around us, showing mercy to those the world overlooks, and sharing ourselves in ways that build lasting bridges. Aspire Church is called to be more than a place of worship; we are a church that is for Christ, for the city, for good. We are called to bring God’s love across every street and into every neighborhood.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17958905 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2392 2025 90 full false Bridges | The Prayer That Never Fails Bridges | The Prayer That Never Fails Before we begin our new Bridges series, we pause with a prayer that never fails: “Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10). In a world tired of empty words and unanswered longings, Jesus gives us a model prayer that is always heard and always answered — not because it bends God to our will, but because it bends us to His. This message sets the stage for Bridges by reminding us that the first and greatest bridge God builds is between heaven and earth, and that our mission is to live as people who bring His Kingdom to bear in every sphere of life.

]]> Before we begin our new Bridges series, we pause with a prayer that never fails: “Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10). In a world tired of empty words and unanswered longings, Jesus gives us a model prayer that is always heard and always answered — not because it bends God to our will, but because it bends us to His. This message sets the stage for Bridges by reminding us that the first and greatest bridge God builds is between heaven and earth, and that our mission is to live as people who bring His Kingdom to bear in every sphere of life.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17923671 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1926 2025 89 full false Grasping for God | Part 6: Grasping for Grace Grasping for God | Part 6: Grasping for Grace In the final message of our Grasping for God series, we reach the last chapter of Jacob’s story — not his deathbed confession of failure, but his clearest act of faith. With failing eyesight, Jacob blesses the sons of Joseph and, in a surprising move, crosses his hands to give the greater blessing to the younger son. What looked like a mistake was actually a vision: for the first time, Jacob truly saw the world through the lens of grace. This moment shows that grace is more than something we need and more than something we experience — it is the power of God that reshapes how we live, how we see others, and how we trust Him for the future.

]]> In the final message of our Grasping for God series, we reach the last chapter of Jacob’s story — not his deathbed confession of failure, but his clearest act of faith. With failing eyesight, Jacob blesses the sons of Joseph and, in a surprising move, crosses his hands to give the greater blessing to the younger son. What looked like a mistake was actually a vision: for the first time, Jacob truly saw the world through the lens of grace. This moment shows that grace is more than something we need and more than something we experience — it is the power of God that reshapes how we live, how we see others, and how we trust Him for the future.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17884958 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2187 2025 88 full false Grasping for God | For Such a Time as This Grasping for God | For Such a Time as This We are honored to welcome Dr. Mark Wilbanks back to the pulpit at Aspire Church San Marco. Dr. Wilbanks faithfully served as our pastor from 1985 to 2002. During his 17 years of leadership, Aspire experienced a season of remarkable growth, good health, and significant expansion of our facilities and property. His tenure left a lasting spiritual and structural legacy that continues to benefit our congregation today. Now retired, Dr. Wilbanks brings 47 years of pastoral ministry experience, having served churches in Kentucky, Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Georgia and two seminary degrees, including a Doctor of Ministry. Mark is also the author of Along the Journey, a collection of essays, stories, and devotionals drawn from his life in ministry. He and his wife, Kimberly Perrin Wilbanks, have been married for 45 years. They now live in Birmingham, Alabama, and are the proud parents of Andrew (married to Lindsay, with three children) and Jordan (married to Beverly, with one son).


]]> We are honored to welcome Dr. Mark Wilbanks back to the pulpit at Aspire Church San Marco. Dr. Wilbanks faithfully served as our pastor from 1985 to 2002. During his 17 years of leadership, Aspire experienced a season of remarkable growth, good health, and significant expansion of our facilities and property. His tenure left a lasting spiritual and structural legacy that continues to benefit our congregation today. Now retired, Dr. Wilbanks brings 47 years of pastoral ministry experience, having served churches in Kentucky, Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Georgia and two seminary degrees, including a Doctor of Ministry. Mark is also the author of Along the Journey, a collection of essays, stories, and devotionals drawn from his life in ministry. He and his wife, Kimberly Perrin Wilbanks, have been married for 45 years. They now live in Birmingham, Alabama, and are the proud parents of Andrew (married to Lindsay, with three children) and Jordan (married to Beverly, with one son).


]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17841711 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1805 2025 87 full false Grasping for God | Part 5: Wrestling with God Grasping for God | Part 5: Wrestling with God After a lifetime of grasping — for birthrights, blessings, and love — Jacob is finally left alone. On the eve of facing his greatest fear, he encounters his greatest opponent: God Himself. In this climactic moment, Jacob realizes that the fight was never with Esau, but with the God he’s resisted his whole life. In Part 5 of Grasping for God, we’ll see how real encounters with God are always personal, often painful, and ultimately transformative — and how sometimes, the only way to win is to surrender.

]]> After a lifetime of grasping — for birthrights, blessings, and love — Jacob is finally left alone. On the eve of facing his greatest fear, he encounters his greatest opponent: God Himself. In this climactic moment, Jacob realizes that the fight was never with Esau, but with the God he’s resisted his whole life. In Part 5 of Grasping for God, we’ll see how real encounters with God are always personal, often painful, and ultimately transformative — and how sometimes, the only way to win is to surrender.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17808164 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2318 2025 86 full false Grasping for God | Part 4: Grasping for Love Grasping for God | Part 4: Grasping for Love We were made for love—but we often grasp for it in all the wrong ways. Jacob thought Rachel’s beauty would heal his loneliness. Leah thought bearing children would earn her husband’s affection. Both were left unsatisfied. In Part 4 of Grasping for God, we’ll see that the love we truly long for can’t be found in romance, success, or family approval—it can only be found in the God who sees, hears, and loves us in Christ, the true Bridegroom who will never leave or forsake us.

]]> We were made for love—but we often grasp for it in all the wrong ways. Jacob thought Rachel’s beauty would heal his loneliness. Leah thought bearing children would earn her husband’s affection. Both were left unsatisfied. In Part 4 of Grasping for God, we’ll see that the love we truly long for can’t be found in romance, success, or family approval—it can only be found in the God who sees, hears, and loves us in Christ, the true Bridegroom who will never leave or forsake us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17764135 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1752 2025 85 full false Grasping for God | Part 3: Grasping for Heaven Grasping for God | Part 3: Grasping for Heaven Jacob is on the run—alone, afraid, and far from everything familiar. But in a forgotten place, with only a stone for a pillow, he has an encounter that changes everything. In Part three of Grasping for God, we see that God doesn’t wait for us to climb up to Him—He brings heaven down to us. Jacob’s dream of a stairway reveals a deeper truth: heaven is not accessed by striving, but opened by grace. What seemed like a dead end becomes a doorway. And in Jesus, the true ladder, the gate of heaven is still open.

]]> Jacob is on the run—alone, afraid, and far from everything familiar. But in a forgotten place, with only a stone for a pillow, he has an encounter that changes everything. In Part three of Grasping for God, we see that God doesn’t wait for us to climb up to Him—He brings heaven down to us. Jacob’s dream of a stairway reveals a deeper truth: heaven is not accessed by striving, but opened by grace. What seemed like a dead end becomes a doorway. And in Jesus, the true ladder, the gate of heaven is still open.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17729739 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1948 2025 84 full false Grasping for God | Part 2: Grasping for Blessing Grasping for God | Part 2: Grasping for Blessing We all long to be blessed — to be seen, named, and affirmed. But like Jacob, we often grasp for that blessing in all the wrong ways — by pretending, performing, and hiding who we truly are. In Part 2 of Grasping for God, we will examine Genesis 27 to understand the power of blessing, the problem of seeking it apart from God, and the promise of a blessing freely given through Jesus — the true Firstborn who was rejected so we could be accepted.

]]> We all long to be blessed — to be seen, named, and affirmed. But like Jacob, we often grasp for that blessing in all the wrong ways — by pretending, performing, and hiding who we truly are. In Part 2 of Grasping for God, we will examine Genesis 27 to understand the power of blessing, the problem of seeking it apart from God, and the promise of a blessing freely given through Jesus — the true Firstborn who was rejected so we could be accepted.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17689599 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2131 2025 83 full false Grasping for God | Part 1: The Wells of My Father Grasping for God | Part 1: The Wells of My Father Legacy matters—but it’s not enough. Every generation must decide: Will we repeat the sins of our past, rely on the religion we inherited, or find a living faith of our own? In the opening message of our new series Grasping for God, we focus on the often-overlooked story of Isaac to examine how faith is handed down, reclaimed, and renewed—through trust in the God who offers living water.

]]> Legacy matters—but it’s not enough. Every generation must decide: Will we repeat the sins of our past, rely on the religion we inherited, or find a living faith of our own? In the opening message of our new series Grasping for God, we focus on the often-overlooked story of Isaac to examine how faith is handed down, reclaimed, and renewed—through trust in the God who offers living water.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17653103 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1997 2025 82 full false Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 7: The Culture of Christ Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 7: The Culture of Christ Mike Domke is the Team Leader for Church Planting with the IMB for Kyiv, Ukraine. Mile and his family have served with the IMB since 2008. Before that, he served on the staff at San Jose Baptist Church from 1992 to 2008. Mike married JuliAn Swartz in 1988. They have three children: Michael, a Senior at William Carey University; Andrea, a freshman starting at William Carey University in the fall; and Joseph, who is in 11th grade at International Christian School in Budapest.

]]> Mike Domke is the Team Leader for Church Planting with the IMB for Kyiv, Ukraine. Mile and his family have served with the IMB since 2008. Before that, he served on the staff at San Jose Baptist Church from 1992 to 2008. Mike married JuliAn Swartz in 1988. They have three children: Michael, a Senior at William Carey University; Andrea, a freshman starting at William Carey University in the fall; and Joseph, who is in 11th grade at International Christian School in Budapest.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17612324 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2137 2025 81 full false Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 6: When Desperation and Hope Collide Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 6: When Desperation and Hope Collide Today, we are pleased to welcome Cecil Seagle as our guest preacher. Cecil was married to Peggie Hames Seagle for 63 years. Together, they served Jesus’ Church as pastor and wife for over 20 years. Cecil led the Florida Baptist Convention’s mission division for 25 years. He also served as the Executive Director for the State Convention of Baptists in Indiana for six years before retiring to Florida eight years ago. Since then, Cecil has continued to serve churches as an Interim Pastor and guest preacher. He is, of course, best known for being Mark Seagle’s dad!

]]> Today, we are pleased to welcome Cecil Seagle as our guest preacher. Cecil was married to Peggie Hames Seagle for 63 years. Together, they served Jesus’ Church as pastor and wife for over 20 years. Cecil led the Florida Baptist Convention’s mission division for 25 years. He also served as the Executive Director for the State Convention of Baptists in Indiana for six years before retiring to Florida eight years ago. Since then, Cecil has continued to serve churches as an Interim Pastor and guest preacher. He is, of course, best known for being Mark Seagle’s dad!

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17582500 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2032 2025 80 full false Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 5: The King of My Heart Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 5: The King of My Heart Psalm 110 is the most quoted passage in the entire New Testament, yet many people are unfamiliar with it. Listen to track 5 of Summer Psalms Mixtape, Vol. 4, as we explore how Psalm 110 points us to Jesus—the exalted King, compassionate priest, and beautifully transforming Savior. In just seven verses, David reveals a vision of the Messiah that shapes all Christian theology. Come discover why this short psalm is so important and how the Savior it describes can change your life.  

]]> Psalm 110 is the most quoted passage in the entire New Testament, yet many people are unfamiliar with it. Listen to track 5 of Summer Psalms Mixtape, Vol. 4, as we explore how Psalm 110 points us to Jesus—the exalted King, compassionate priest, and beautifully transforming Savior. In just seven verses, David reveals a vision of the Messiah that shapes all Christian theology. Come discover why this short psalm is so important and how the Savior it describes can change your life.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17546865 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1800 2025 79 full false Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 4: The Trouble I’ve Seen Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 4: The Trouble I’ve Seen We learn and grow through the struggles and trials we endure. Consider a child learning to walk or ride a bike. The bumps and bruises of learning are a necessary part of the process. What is true for learning to walk is also true for learning to follow Jesus. What if every pain you've ever faced was simply evidence of something new God was trying to create in you? Join us for Track 4 of The Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will explore Psalm 69 to see how Jesus' suffering is a model for our own.   

]]> We learn and grow through the struggles and trials we endure. Consider a child learning to walk or ride a bike. The bumps and bruises of learning are a necessary part of the process. What is true for learning to walk is also true for learning to follow Jesus. What if every pain you've ever faced was simply evidence of something new God was trying to create in you? Join us for Track 4 of The Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will explore Psalm 69 to see how Jesus' suffering is a model for our own.   

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17510918 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2519 2025 78 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Track 3: The Old Rugged Cross Summer Psalms Mixtape | Track 3: The Old Rugged Cross Jesus screamed out the opening words of Psalm 22 from the cross. Written by King David, it describes a time when he was publicly humiliated and executed. It also explains how his humiliation led to the redemption of all nations. But there's one problem: this never actually happened to King David. Jewish readers couldn't understand what this Psalm was about until the death of Jesus on the cross. Listen in on track 3 of the Summer Psalms Mixtape as we explore the mystery of Psalm 22.  

]]> Jesus screamed out the opening words of Psalm 22 from the cross. Written by King David, it describes a time when he was publicly humiliated and executed. It also explains how his humiliation led to the redemption of all nations. But there's one problem: this never actually happened to King David. Jewish readers couldn't understand what this Psalm was about until the death of Jesus on the cross. Listen in on track 3 of the Summer Psalms Mixtape as we explore the mystery of Psalm 22.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17472610 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2151 2025 77 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Track 2: Walk This Way Summer Psalms Mixtape | Track 2: Walk This Way Often, we make decisions and flesh out circumstances in emotionally charged environments.  How do we trust in God and lean into His wisdom? How do we avoid turning toward misguided passions?  What if, amid life’s chaos, we develop a strategic path in truth, wisdom and integrity. In this MixTape from Psalm 40, we will lean into David’s trust in God and apply legacy laden steps from His encounter with Saul found in 1 Samuel 24.  

]]> Often, we make decisions and flesh out circumstances in emotionally charged environments.  How do we trust in God and lean into His wisdom? How do we avoid turning toward misguided passions?  What if, amid life’s chaos, we develop a strategic path in truth, wisdom and integrity. In this MixTape from Psalm 40, we will lean into David’s trust in God and apply legacy laden steps from His encounter with Saul found in 1 Samuel 24.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17419912 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 21:00:00 -0400 2179 2025 76 full false Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 1: Firm Foundation Summer Psalms Mix Tape Vol. 4 | Track 1: Firm Foundation The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples sang them in worship as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on Jesus' lips as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday as we listen to a mixtape of Gospel Psalms that previewed Jesus’ life, mission, death, and resurrection hundreds of years before His birth.  

]]> The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples sang them in worship as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on Jesus' lips as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday as we listen to a mixtape of Gospel Psalms that previewed Jesus’ life, mission, death, and resurrection hundreds of years before His birth.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17384051 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2182 2025 75 full false Dr. Jerry Haag, One More Child Foundation | June 15 Dr. Jerry Haag, One More Child Foundation | June 15 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17346995 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1949 2025 74 full false Life in The Way | Mark Seagle Life in The Way | Mark Seagle Jesus didn’t invite us to convert to Christianity. He didn’t even call us to be Christians. In Antioch, we were first called Christians because the lives of those that have gone before us so mirrored the life of Jesus that they were known as Little Christs’. Jesus is calling us to apprentice under him into an entirely new way of life. To Be Transformed. To Know Him. To Become Like Him. To Live as He lived. Then, we become the people that we long to be and live the lives that we are destined to live.

]]> Jesus didn’t invite us to convert to Christianity. He didn’t even call us to be Christians. In Antioch, we were first called Christians because the lives of those that have gone before us so mirrored the life of Jesus that they were known as Little Christs’. Jesus is calling us to apprentice under him into an entirely new way of life. To Be Transformed. To Know Him. To Become Like Him. To Live as He lived. Then, we become the people that we long to be and live the lives that we are destined to live.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17306147 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2084 2025 73 full false The Four Mark of a Blessed Life | Psalm 1 The Four Mark of a Blessed Life | Psalm 1 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17268439 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2122 2025 72 full false The Way | Part 1 | Mark Seagle The Way | Part 1 | Mark Seagle Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17236783 Tue, 27 May 2025 18:00:00 -0400 2131 2025 71 full false Ascended | Part 4: Will He Come Again? Ascended | Part 4: Will He Come Again? When Jesus ascended into heaven, the angels who appeared to His stunned disciples told them that He would “come back in the same way” they had seen Him leave. The church has often discussed the return of Jesus as something to be feared, but what if His return was finally the answer to our prayer for His “kingdom to come” and His “will to be done on earth as it is in heaven”? Join us for the conclusion of Ascended, where we will consider the nature of Jesus’ return, its timing, and the consequences for the church and the world.

]]> When Jesus ascended into heaven, the angels who appeared to His stunned disciples told them that He would “come back in the same way” they had seen Him leave. The church has often discussed the return of Jesus as something to be feared, but what if His return was finally the answer to our prayer for His “kingdom to come” and His “will to be done on earth as it is in heaven”? Join us for the conclusion of Ascended, where we will consider the nature of Jesus’ return, its timing, and the consequences for the church and the world.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17191849 Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1872 2025 71 full false Ascended | Part 3: Where Did He Go? Ascended | Part 3: Where Did He Go? When a Roman general defeated a city, he was honored with a victory parade into the Roman capital. His parade showcased his army, adoring citizens, and trophies from the conquered region, including those he had defeated in chains for all of Rome to see. When Jesus ascended into heaven, He also led a victory parade, not as a triumphant general, but as the Lamb who had been slain. Join us for part 3 of Ascended, where we will explore the heavenly perspective on Jesus’ ascension.  

]]> When a Roman general defeated a city, he was honored with a victory parade into the Roman capital. His parade showcased his army, adoring citizens, and trophies from the conquered region, including those he had defeated in chains for all of Rome to see. When Jesus ascended into heaven, He also led a victory parade, not as a triumphant general, but as the Lamb who had been slain. Join us for part 3 of Ascended, where we will explore the heavenly perspective on Jesus’ ascension.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17153083 Tue, 13 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1898 2025 70 full false Ascended | Part 2: Why Did He Leave Ascended | Part 2: Why Did He Leave Following the shocking and joyous triumph of the resurrection, Jesus made several appearances to His disciples. Forty days later, He ascended to heaven, leaving His followers standing around, looking into the sky and wondering what it all meant. Why would Jesus leave? Wasn’t the resurrection the perfect opportunity to establish the kingdom of Israel and reign as the rightful and eternal king? Join us for part two of Ascended, where we will answer the question, “Why did Jesus leave?” 

]]> Following the shocking and joyous triumph of the resurrection, Jesus made several appearances to His disciples. Forty days later, He ascended to heaven, leaving His followers standing around, looking into the sky and wondering what it all meant. Why would Jesus leave? Wasn’t the resurrection the perfect opportunity to establish the kingdom of Israel and reign as the rightful and eternal king? Join us for part two of Ascended, where we will answer the question, “Why did Jesus leave?” 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17103219 Mon, 05 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2245 2025 69 full false Ascended Part 1: Searching the Skies Ascended Part 1: Searching the Skies Every year, we celebrate Jesus's resurrection and His triumph over sin, death, and the grave. But the story doesn’t end there. While the disciples expected their resurrected King to reign on an earthly throne, Jesus had a divine mission that exceeded their expectations. Join us for a transformative sermon series on Jesus's ascension to learn how He bridged the gap between heaven and earth.  

]]> Every year, we celebrate Jesus's resurrection and His triumph over sin, death, and the grave. But the story doesn’t end there. While the disciples expected their resurrected King to reign on an earthly throne, Jesus had a divine mission that exceeded their expectations. Join us for a transformative sermon series on Jesus's ascension to learn how He bridged the gap between heaven and earth.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17079055 Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1476 2025 68 full false Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Bonus Episode: The Empty Tomb Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Bonus Episode: The Empty Tomb Join us in a world shrouded in mystery and ancient secrets for a riveting bonus episode of Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth. As we peel back the layers of time, we uncover the shocking truth: the body was missing, and the tomb was empty. What does this mean for the controversy surrounding Jesus’ death? Who were the key players in this pivotal moment? Delve into the evidence, the theories, and the implications that have captivated minds for centuries. Prepare for an episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth! 

]]> Join us in a world shrouded in mystery and ancient secrets for a riveting bonus episode of Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth. As we peel back the layers of time, we uncover the shocking truth: the body was missing, and the tomb was empty. What does this mean for the controversy surrounding Jesus’ death? Who were the key players in this pivotal moment? Delve into the evidence, the theories, and the implications that have captivated minds for centuries. Prepare for an episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth! 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-17022405 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2171 2025 67 full false Passion Sunday | Aspire Community Choir and Orchestra Passion Sunday | Aspire Community Choir and Orchestra Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16978099 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400 3465 2025 66 full false Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth?|The Verdict: Part 4 Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth?|The Verdict: Part 4 In a gripping conclusion, we uncover the truth behind the question: Who killed Jesus of Nazareth? Was it the Roman governor or the chief priest? Should we blame Judas or some darker, more sinister force? Join us as we piece together the final moments and reveal the shocking truth about the crucifixion of Jesus. 

]]> In a gripping conclusion, we uncover the truth behind the question: Who killed Jesus of Nazareth? Was it the Roman governor or the chief priest? Should we blame Judas or some darker, more sinister force? Join us as we piece together the final moments and reveal the shocking truth about the crucifixion of Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16931338 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1965 2025 65 full false 3:16 For God So Loved | James Peoples 3:16 For God So Loved | James Peoples Dr. James Peoples is the Director of Send Network Florida, a partnership between the North American Mission Board and the Florida Baptist Convention aimed at helping churches to plant churches—everywhere for everyone. Before this role, he served as the Senior Pastor of Trinity Baptist in Keystone Heights, FL, for 23 years and held two terms as President of the Florida Baptist State Convention. James is married to Jeannie, and they have two children: Emily, who is recently married to Hunt Reagor, and Dana. 

]]> Dr. James Peoples is the Director of Send Network Florida, a partnership between the North American Mission Board and the Florida Baptist Convention aimed at helping churches to plant churches—everywhere for everyone. Before this role, he served as the Senior Pastor of Trinity Baptist in Keystone Heights, FL, for 23 years and held two terms as President of the Florida Baptist State Convention. James is married to Jeannie, and they have two children: Emily, who is recently married to Hunt Reagor, and Dana. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16890947 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2606 2025 64 full false Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 3: The Inside Man Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 3: The Inside Man Join us for Episode 3 of, Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth, as we dive deep into one of history's most infamous betrayals: the case of Judas Iscariot. Who was the man behind the act that changed the course of human history? We will review the scriptures and seek to unravel the motives that drove Judas to betray his closest friend. Explore the complex web of politics, religion, and personal conflict that led to this ultimate act of treachery. Did greed, desperation, or a deeper prophecy compel him? Was he a villain or a tragic figure manipulated by fate? 

]]> Join us for Episode 3 of, Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth, as we dive deep into one of history's most infamous betrayals: the case of Judas Iscariot. Who was the man behind the act that changed the course of human history? We will review the scriptures and seek to unravel the motives that drove Judas to betray his closest friend. Explore the complex web of politics, religion, and personal conflict that led to this ultimate act of treachery. Did greed, desperation, or a deeper prophecy compel him? Was he a villain or a tragic figure manipulated by fate? 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16850627 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2953 2025 63 full false Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 2: The Cabal Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 2: The Cabal Although the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, has been condemned by the church as responsible for Jesus’ crucifixion, there were forces beyond Pilate’s control that contributed to the murder of Jesus of Nazareth. Join us for episode two of Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth, where we will explore the religious cabal that manipulated Pilate and their reasons for wanting Jesus dead.  

]]> Although the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, has been condemned by the church as responsible for Jesus’ crucifixion, there were forces beyond Pilate’s control that contributed to the murder of Jesus of Nazareth. Join us for episode two of Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth, where we will explore the religious cabal that manipulated Pilate and their reasons for wanting Jesus dead.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16808794 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2231 2025 62 full false Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 1: The Prime Suspect Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth? | Episode 1: The Prime Suspect Step into a world filled with mystery and intrigue as we unravel the events that led to the crucifixion of one of history's most significant figures. Who truly orchestrated the death of Jesus of Nazareth? Was it the political maneuverings of the Roman Empire, the fervor of religious leaders, or something deeper? Join us each week as we delve into ancient texts, explore historical contexts, and reexamine the facts we believe we know so well. This isn’t just a story of betrayal; it’s a quest for truth. Join us each week to discover the truth about "Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth?"  

]]> Step into a world filled with mystery and intrigue as we unravel the events that led to the crucifixion of one of history's most significant figures. Who truly orchestrated the death of Jesus of Nazareth? Was it the political maneuverings of the Roman Empire, the fervor of religious leaders, or something deeper? Join us each week as we delve into ancient texts, explore historical contexts, and reexamine the facts we believe we know so well. This isn’t just a story of betrayal; it’s a quest for truth. Join us each week to discover the truth about "Who Killed Jesus of Nazareth?"  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16765638 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2191 2025 61 full false Leading from the Gap | Barnabas: Leading Beyond Yourself | Part 4 Leading from the Gap | Barnabas: Leading Beyond Yourself | Part 4 Many people talk about someone who changed their lives in a big way. This could be a teacher, parent, coworker, or friend who helped you become more than you thought you could be. How can we be that person for others? Join us for part four of Leading from the Gap, where we will learn how to support and motivate others to fulfill their God-given purpose for the future. 

]]> Many people talk about someone who changed their lives in a big way. This could be a teacher, parent, coworker, or friend who helped you become more than you thought you could be. How can we be that person for others? Join us for part four of Leading from the Gap, where we will learn how to support and motivate others to fulfill their God-given purpose for the future. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16727056 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1826 2025 60 full false Leading from the Gap | Esther: The Crisis Gap | Part 3 Leading from the Gap | Esther: The Crisis Gap | Part 3 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in the moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Times of crisis test the character and faith of those called to lead.  However, a crisis is more than a test for those already in positions of authority; it calls those with faith to stand in the gap and rise to the challenge by putting that faith into action. Join us for part three of Leading from the Gap, as we explore how Esther was a leader for such a time as this.  

]]> Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in the moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Times of crisis test the character and faith of those called to lead.  However, a crisis is more than a test for those already in positions of authority; it calls those with faith to stand in the gap and rise to the challenge by putting that faith into action. Join us for part three of Leading from the Gap, as we explore how Esther was a leader for such a time as this.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16683487 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0500 2026 2025 59 full false Leading from the Gap | David: The Authority Gap | Part 2 Leading from the Gap | David: The Authority Gap | Part 2 Have you ever been there? Standing in a gap created by a lack of leadership? The person in charge is unavailable or unwilling to lead, and suddenly, all eyes are on you. The world needs people who understand how to lead even when they’re not in charge. Fortunately, the Bible offers a great example in King David. Long before he became king, he was just a shepherd boy who demonstrated how to lead when you’re not in charge. Join us for part two of Leading from the Gap, where we will discover that leading when you’re not in charge requires humility, faith, and meekness.  

]]> Have you ever been there? Standing in a gap created by a lack of leadership? The person in charge is unavailable or unwilling to lead, and suddenly, all eyes are on you. The world needs people who understand how to lead even when they’re not in charge. Fortunately, the Bible offers a great example in King David. Long before he became king, he was just a shepherd boy who demonstrated how to lead when you’re not in charge. Join us for part two of Leading from the Gap, where we will discover that leading when you’re not in charge requires humility, faith, and meekness.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16640463 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0500 1852 2025 58 full false Leading from the Gap | Moses: The Gaps in Me | Part 1 Leading from the Gap | Moses: The Gaps in Me | Part 1 A quick survey of world history confirms that leadership is forged in the crucible of adversity. Apart from the challenges of the Civil War and World War II, we may have never fully known the inspiring leadership of men like Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill. Scripture chronicles the stories of men and women who answered God’s calls to lead through challenges of biblical proportions. Join us as we survey the lives of Moses, David, Esther, and Barnabas to learn how God bridges the gaps between heaven and earth through humble servant leaders. 

]]> A quick survey of world history confirms that leadership is forged in the crucible of adversity. Apart from the challenges of the Civil War and World War II, we may have never fully known the inspiring leadership of men like Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill. Scripture chronicles the stories of men and women who answered God’s calls to lead through challenges of biblical proportions. Join us as we survey the lives of Moses, David, Esther, and Barnabas to learn how God bridges the gaps between heaven and earth through humble servant leaders. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16602298 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2321 2025 57 full false The Wonderful of First Days | Mark Seagle The Wonderful of First Days | Mark Seagle Our life in Christ offers the possibility of unimaginably more. More than we can ask. More than we can imagine. More of Him and More of His way. The promise of Jesus is that He has come that we might have life… abounding life… life to the full. So much life that our cup overflows. We are offered this life in Him and shared life together. As we draw closer, Christ guides us in His way.  Let’s venture with Paul and a few Macedonian friends and learn of the wonder of the way of Jesus. 

]]> Our life in Christ offers the possibility of unimaginably more. More than we can ask. More than we can imagine. More of Him and More of His way. The promise of Jesus is that He has come that we might have life… abounding life… life to the full. So much life that our cup overflows. We are offered this life in Him and shared life together. As we draw closer, Christ guides us in His way.  Let’s venture with Paul and a few Macedonian friends and learn of the wonder of the way of Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16554762 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2085 2025 56 full false Closer | The Hands of Jesus Closer | The Hands of Jesus You can learn a lot about a person by looking at their hands. Did these hands work on a keyboard or turn wrenches? Do they belong to someone young or old? The story of our hands reflects the story of our lives. Join us for the final message in Closer as we explore what the hands of Jesus reveal to us and how we can make our hands more like His. 

]]> You can learn a lot about a person by looking at their hands. Did these hands work on a keyboard or turn wrenches? Do they belong to someone young or old? The story of our hands reflects the story of our lives. Join us for the final message in Closer as we explore what the hands of Jesus reveal to us and how we can make our hands more like His. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16520299 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1903 2025 55 full false Closer: The Heart of Christ | Part 3 Closer: The Heart of Christ | Part 3 God’s word warns that our hearts are deceptive above all things.  But according to popular culture, our emotions should not only be believed, but they should also be our most trusted guide in life. Western society has largely abandoned absolute truth for the subjective, individual feelings of the moment. If we are called to love God with all our hearts, we must first understand what is wrong with our hearts and how we are powerless to change them on our own. Join us for part three of Closer, where we will discover that loving God with all our hearts first requires a total renovation of the heart.  

]]> God’s word warns that our hearts are deceptive above all things.  But according to popular culture, our emotions should not only be believed, but they should also be our most trusted guide in life. Western society has largely abandoned absolute truth for the subjective, individual feelings of the moment. If we are called to love God with all our hearts, we must first understand what is wrong with our hearts and how we are powerless to change them on our own. Join us for part three of Closer, where we will discover that loving God with all our hearts first requires a total renovation of the heart.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16469450 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2311 2025 54 full false Closer: The Mind of Christ | Part 2 Closer: The Mind of Christ | Part 2 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16429515 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3136 2024 53 full false The Most Expensive Christmas Ever | Christmas Eve The Most Expensive Christmas Ever | Christmas Eve According to economists, 2023 was the most expensive Christmas ever, with Americans spending an average of $1,652 per person. But what if economists are wrong? What if 2023 wasn’t the most expensive Christmas ever? Join us on Christmas Eve to learn how the most expensive gift you can give is not something you can buy in a store.  

]]> According to economists, 2023 was the most expensive Christmas ever, with Americans spending an average of $1,652 per person. But what if economists are wrong? What if 2023 wasn’t the most expensive Christmas ever? Join us on Christmas Eve to learn how the most expensive gift you can give is not something you can buy in a store.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16391820 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1784 2024 52 full false Closer | Part 1: Abide Closer | Part 1: Abide Sixty percent of churchgoers say their main reason for attending church is to feel closer to God. A recent survey found that most people who stopped attending church did so because they did not believe going helped them reach that goal. But this is like avoiding a pharmacy because going does not improve your health. If attending church cannot cultivate a close relationship with God, what will? Join us for a sermon series exploring how to draw closer to God in 2025. 

]]> Sixty percent of churchgoers say their main reason for attending church is to feel closer to God. A recent survey found that most people who stopped attending church did so because they did not believe going helped them reach that goal. But this is like avoiding a pharmacy because going does not improve your health. If attending church cannot cultivate a close relationship with God, what will? Join us for a sermon series exploring how to draw closer to God in 2025. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16389531 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2559 2025 51 full false The HEart of Worship | Part 5 - A Patient Heart The HEart of Worship | Part 5 - A Patient Heart Simeon and Anna were old – really old! From all outward appearances, they were completely out of time. They had waited and anticipated God’s provision, but as the end drew near, there seemed to be no way God could keep His promise. But that did not prevent Simeon and Anna from hoping and faithfully waiting for God. Join us for week five of The Heart of Worship as we explore how a heart of worship is a heart that patiently waits on the Lord. 

]]> Simeon and Anna were old – really old! From all outward appearances, they were completely out of time. They had waited and anticipated God’s provision, but as the end drew near, there seemed to be no way God could keep His promise. But that did not prevent Simeon and Anna from hoping and faithfully waiting for God. Join us for week five of The Heart of Worship as we explore how a heart of worship is a heart that patiently waits on the Lord. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16366742 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 2190 2024 50 full false The HEart of Worship | Part 4: A Generous Heart The HEart of Worship | Part 4: A Generous Heart The wise men are famous for their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but these may not have been the most precious gifts they gave the Christ Child. Join us for part four of The Heart of Worship, where we will see how generosity is the overflow of genuine worship.  

]]> The wise men are famous for their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but these may not have been the most precious gifts they gave the Christ Child. Join us for part four of The Heart of Worship, where we will see how generosity is the overflow of genuine worship.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16349761 Sat, 28 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0500 2307 2024 49 full false The HEart of Worship | Part 3: A Joyful Heart The HEart of Worship | Part 3: A Joyful Heart Have you ever been told something that filled you with so much joy that you thought you might burst? Maybe it was when the doctors said there was no evidence of disease, or when you heard you got into your dream school, or when you received a promotion. Perhaps it was at the announcement that a baby was on the way. When the shepherds first heard the angels, they were filled with fear. But that fear was soon eclipsed by a contagious joy that spread from those few shepherds to the ends of the earth. Join us for part three of The Heart of Worship, where we will see how authentic worship produces a contagious joy that can change the world. 

]]> Have you ever been told something that filled you with so much joy that you thought you might burst? Maybe it was when the doctors said there was no evidence of disease, or when you heard you got into your dream school, or when you received a promotion. Perhaps it was at the announcement that a baby was on the way. When the shepherds first heard the angels, they were filled with fear. But that fear was soon eclipsed by a contagious joy that spread from those few shepherds to the ends of the earth. Join us for part three of The Heart of Worship, where we will see how authentic worship produces a contagious joy that can change the world. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16286913 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1562 2024 48 full false The HEart of Worship | Part 2: An Obedient Heart The HEart of Worship | Part 2: An Obedient Heart The quiet hero of the Christmas story is a modest carpenter named Joseph. Unlike Mary, the angels, and Zachariah, there's no record of Joseph offering a song of praise during that first Christmas; yet, without his faithful obedience, there would have been nothing worth singing about. Whereas the wise men brought gifts, Joseph had no riches to present to Jesus, but his obedience carried more value than gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Join us for the second week of The Heart of Worship, where we’ll discover that our obedience represents the greatest form of our worship. 

]]> The quiet hero of the Christmas story is a modest carpenter named Joseph. Unlike Mary, the angels, and Zachariah, there's no record of Joseph offering a song of praise during that first Christmas; yet, without his faithful obedience, there would have been nothing worth singing about. Whereas the wise men brought gifts, Joseph had no riches to present to Jesus, but his obedience carried more value than gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Join us for the second week of The Heart of Worship, where we’ll discover that our obedience represents the greatest form of our worship. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16263991 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0500 2405 2024 47 full false The HEart of Worship | Part 1: A Grateful Heart The HEart of Worship | Part 1: A Grateful Heart Church attendance dramatically increases in December. People love the familiarity of the Christmas story, the carols, and the beautiful nativities. However, Christmas is more than just a story about the birth of a baby; it is a story about worship. From Mary's gratitude to Joseph's obedience and from the shepherds' joy to the wise men's generosity, the Christmas story teaches us the art and heart of worship. Join us for week one of The Heart of Worship, where we will discover that true worship is born from a thankful heart.  

]]> Church attendance dramatically increases in December. People love the familiarity of the Christmas story, the carols, and the beautiful nativities. However, Christmas is more than just a story about the birth of a baby; it is a story about worship. From Mary's gratitude to Joseph's obedience and from the shepherds' joy to the wise men's generosity, the Christmas story teaches us the art and heart of worship. Join us for week one of The Heart of Worship, where we will discover that true worship is born from a thankful heart.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16233935 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1620 2024 46 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 6: No More Sea Bridge the Gap | Part 6: No More Sea When Jesus prayed, “Your Kingdom come, your will be done on Earth as it is in heaven,” He wasn’t merely teaching us how to pray. He was giving us a mission and vision for how to live. The church has stood in the gap between heaven and earth for over two thousand years. While the gap seems to grow wider, we live with the hope that one day, Jesus’ prayer will finally be answered. Join us for week six of Bridge the Gap, where we will see a picture of a world without gaps.  

]]> When Jesus prayed, “Your Kingdom come, your will be done on Earth as it is in heaven,” He wasn’t merely teaching us how to pray. He was giving us a mission and vision for how to live. The church has stood in the gap between heaven and earth for over two thousand years. While the gap seems to grow wider, we live with the hope that one day, Jesus’ prayer will finally be answered. Join us for week six of Bridge the Gap, where we will see a picture of a world without gaps.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16191695 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0500 2137 2024 45 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 5: A Bridge to the Future Bridge the Gap | Part 5: A Bridge to the Future According to most surveys, the church in America is experiencing a rapid decline in attendance and membership. A record number of church closures have caused some to question the church's long-term viability. When Jesus inaugurated the church, He said the “gates of hell would not prevail against it,” but what about the effects of apathy and distraction? Join us for part 5 of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how a bridge to the future requires the church to be built on the solid foundation of Jesus and His compelling vision for the future.   

]]> According to most surveys, the church in America is experiencing a rapid decline in attendance and membership. A record number of church closures have caused some to question the church's long-term viability. When Jesus inaugurated the church, He said the “gates of hell would not prevail against it,” but what about the effects of apathy and distraction? Join us for part 5 of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how a bridge to the future requires the church to be built on the solid foundation of Jesus and His compelling vision for the future.   

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16142190 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2449 2024 45 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 4: A Bridge to the Nations Bridge the Gap | Part 4: A Bridge to the Nations Jesus’ final charge to His disciples was to go to all nations, telling them the good news and inviting them to be a part of the Kingdom. As the nations come to Jacksonville, Aspire has an unprecedented opportunity to respond to Jesus’ call. Join us for part four of Bridge the Gap, where we will discover that building a bridge to the nations requires faith, action, and perseverance. 

]]> Jesus’ final charge to His disciples was to go to all nations, telling them the good news and inviting them to be a part of the Kingdom. As the nations come to Jacksonville, Aspire has an unprecedented opportunity to respond to Jesus’ call. Join us for part four of Bridge the Gap, where we will discover that building a bridge to the nations requires faith, action, and perseverance. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16084930 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2387 2024 44 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 3: A Bridge to the City Bridge the Gap | Part 3: A Bridge to the City Nehemiah lived comfortably in a king's palace when he received word that his hometown was in ruins. It would have been easy for him to ignore the problem or make excuses about why it wasn’t his responsibility. Nehemiah did neither. Instead, he stood in the gap on behalf of the city of Jerusalem, rebuilding its walls and allowing God to use him to bless the city. Join us for part 3 of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how building a bridge to the city requires passion, courage, and a God-sized vision.    

]]> Nehemiah lived comfortably in a king's palace when he received word that his hometown was in ruins. It would have been easy for him to ignore the problem or make excuses about why it wasn’t his responsibility. Nehemiah did neither. Instead, he stood in the gap on behalf of the city of Jerusalem, rebuilding its walls and allowing God to use him to bless the city. Join us for part 3 of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how building a bridge to the city requires passion, courage, and a God-sized vision.    

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16052150 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1913 2024 43 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 2: The God of the Gap Bridge the Gap | Part 2: The God of the Gap We’ve all been there—those situations where we’ve fallen just a little short. We may be short on time, out of money, or lack the know-how to get it done. During times like these, we pray for someone willing to step in and make up the difference, someone who would bridge the gap. The Bible is the story of how God has entered the gap of our world to make a way for us to be with Him for eternity. Join us for part two of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how God is searching for people willing to follow Him into the gap between heaven and earth.  

]]> We’ve all been there—those situations where we’ve fallen just a little short. We may be short on time, out of money, or lack the know-how to get it done. During times like these, we pray for someone willing to step in and make up the difference, someone who would bridge the gap. The Bible is the story of how God has entered the gap of our world to make a way for us to be with Him for eternity. Join us for part two of Bridge the Gap, where we will see how God is searching for people willing to follow Him into the gap between heaven and earth.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-16004309 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2755 2024 42 full false Bridge the Gap | Part 1: The Gap is Wide Bridge the Gap | Part 1: The Gap is Wide There is a gap between how things should be and how things are. We can see gaps in everything from local politics to global economics. When we hear of a hungry child or a homeless veteran, we know a gap exists. When a marriage ends or a respected leader has a moral failure, we see the consequences of the gap. How did it get this way? Join us for part one of Bridge the Gap, where we will explore the origin of the gap and the only hope for overcoming it.  

]]> There is a gap between how things should be and how things are. We can see gaps in everything from local politics to global economics. When we hear of a hungry child or a homeless veteran, we know a gap exists. When a marriage ends or a respected leader has a moral failure, we see the consequences of the gap. How did it get this way? Join us for part one of Bridge the Gap, where we will explore the origin of the gap and the only hope for overcoming it.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15962004 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2326 2024 41 full false 85 Days of Generosity | Part 2 - Greedy Generosity 85 Days of Generosity | Part 2 - Greedy Generosity We’ve all felt the emotional pull of a heartfelt plea for generosity. A natural disaster strikes, and relief organizations run pictures of the devastation to inspire people to give money. An orphanage shows photos of a small child. A missionary tells a heart-wrenching story that inspires us to open our wallets. But what if there was another reason to be generous? What if we believed that generosity wasn’t just about addressing someone else’s needs but addressing one of the deepest needs in our souls? What if there was a selfish reason to be generous? Join us Sunday as Pastor Gary explores how generosity helps the soul of the giver.  

]]> We’ve all felt the emotional pull of a heartfelt plea for generosity. A natural disaster strikes, and relief organizations run pictures of the devastation to inspire people to give money. An orphanage shows photos of a small child. A missionary tells a heart-wrenching story that inspires us to open our wallets. But what if there was another reason to be generous? What if we believed that generosity wasn’t just about addressing someone else’s needs but addressing one of the deepest needs in our souls? What if there was a selfish reason to be generous? Join us Sunday as Pastor Gary explores how generosity helps the soul of the giver.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15922798 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2012 2024 40 full false 85 Days of Generosity | Part 1 | The Same God! 85 Days of Generosity | Part 1 | The Same God! We are delighted to welcome Rev. Patrick Coats as our guest speaker today. Patrick is a regional catalyst for the Florida Baptist Convention (FBC). In this role, Patrick engages, encourages, and supports the Kingdom work of Florida Baptist Churches in the East Region and across the State of Florida. Patrick’s previous roles include serving as the Black Multicultural Church Catalyst for FBC, a Church Planting Missionary with the North American Mission Board, the Senior Pastor of Kingdom Covenant Baptist Church in Homestead, Florida, as well as being an Assistant Pastor at Grace of God Baptist Church in Miami, and as a Minister of Music at New Life Baptist Church in Coral City. Patrick is originally from Miami. He and his wife, Archalena are the parents of adult children and now reside in Jacksonville.  

]]> We are delighted to welcome Rev. Patrick Coats as our guest speaker today. Patrick is a regional catalyst for the Florida Baptist Convention (FBC). In this role, Patrick engages, encourages, and supports the Kingdom work of Florida Baptist Churches in the East Region and across the State of Florida. Patrick’s previous roles include serving as the Black Multicultural Church Catalyst for FBC, a Church Planting Missionary with the North American Mission Board, the Senior Pastor of Kingdom Covenant Baptist Church in Homestead, Florida, as well as being an Assistant Pastor at Grace of God Baptist Church in Miami, and as a Minister of Music at New Life Baptist Church in Coral City. Patrick is originally from Miami. He and his wife, Archalena are the parents of adult children and now reside in Jacksonville.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15890340 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1966 2024 39 full false The US of America | Part 4: US vs. Them The US of America | Part 4: US vs. Them Americans have always prided themselves on their commitment to self-determination. We don’t have a king; we, the people, elect our presidents! So, it may surprise many Americans to learn that more than 30% of the men who have been president did not receive a majority of the vote. Maybe we have less control than we think. Join us for part 4 of The US of America, where we will learn the difference between control and responsibility.  

]]> Americans have always prided themselves on their commitment to self-determination. We don’t have a king; we, the people, elect our presidents! So, it may surprise many Americans to learn that more than 30% of the men who have been president did not receive a majority of the vote. Maybe we have less control than we think. Join us for part 4 of The US of America, where we will learn the difference between control and responsibility.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15841146 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2139 2024 38 full false The US of America | Part 3: A Tale of Two Kingdoms The US of America | Part 3: A Tale of Two Kingdoms Jesus once met with a high-level government official. In that exchange, we get an insight into His understanding of the differences between the kingdoms of this world and the Kingdom of God. Join us for part 3 of The US of America, where we will discover the differences between the Kingdom of the Sword and the Kingdom of our Lord.  

]]> Jesus once met with a high-level government official. In that exchange, we get an insight into His understanding of the differences between the kingdoms of this world and the Kingdom of God. Join us for part 3 of The US of America, where we will discover the differences between the Kingdom of the Sword and the Kingdom of our Lord.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15800236 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 1760 2024 37 full false The US of America | Part 2: No King but Jesus The US of America | Part 2: No King but Jesus Presidential candidates make a lot of promises. One may tell you he will solve the immigration issue, while the other claims to know how to resolve a centuries-long regional conflict. Most people realize that neither will be able to deliver on their promises. We instinctively know that our leaders are mortal, but that doesn’t keep us from trying to make them gods. Join us for Part 2, The US of America, where we explore the human desire for a once and future King who will bring about lasting peace for all the earth.  

]]> Presidential candidates make a lot of promises. One may tell you he will solve the immigration issue, while the other claims to know how to resolve a centuries-long regional conflict. Most people realize that neither will be able to deliver on their promises. We instinctively know that our leaders are mortal, but that doesn’t keep us from trying to make them gods. Join us for Part 2, The US of America, where we explore the human desire for a once and future King who will bring about lasting peace for all the earth.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15767276 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2281 2024 36 full false The US of America | Part 1: Kingdom First The US of America | Part 1: Kingdom First While it is probably an exaggeration to say that America has never been more divided than it is today, we are as politically and ideologically as polarized as we’ve been in generations. What responsibility does that church have to advocate for peace and unity in a fractured society? What role should the church play in the current political debates? Join us for The US of America as we explore how the Gospel compels believers to be ambassadors of peace and reconciliation amid a troubled world. 

]]> While it is probably an exaggeration to say that America has never been more divided than it is today, we are as politically and ideologically as polarized as we’ve been in generations. What responsibility does that church have to advocate for peace and unity in a fractured society? What role should the church play in the current political debates? Join us for The US of America as we explore how the Gospel compels believers to be ambassadors of peace and reconciliation amid a troubled world. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15722823 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2395 2024 35 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 5: Forever After All Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 5: Forever After All We all agree with Dorothy when she says, “There is no place like home.” But finding our true home can be difficult. Every earthly dwelling we’ve ever called home is ultimately only temporary. Still, our hearts long for a place called home- a place we’ve never been but were always meant to be. Join us for part 5 of The Summer Psalms Mix Tape, Vol. III, where we will learn that our true home is not a place but a person.   

]]> We all agree with Dorothy when she says, “There is no place like home.” But finding our true home can be difficult. Every earthly dwelling we’ve ever called home is ultimately only temporary. Still, our hearts long for a place called home- a place we’ve never been but were always meant to be. Join us for part 5 of The Summer Psalms Mix Tape, Vol. III, where we will learn that our true home is not a place but a person.   

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15696883 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2162 2024 34 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 4: Long Way Home Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 4: Long Way Home Serious hikers appreciate the challenge of the journey. They understand that arriving at the destination is made all the sweeter because of the difficulties of the hike. The finish line of a marathon is only special to those who run the race. Join us for part 4 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. III, where we will see how the beauty of our Savior eclipses the trials of this life. 

]]> Serious hikers appreciate the challenge of the journey. They understand that arriving at the destination is made all the sweeter because of the difficulties of the hike. The finish line of a marathon is only special to those who run the race. Join us for part 4 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. III, where we will see how the beauty of our Savior eclipses the trials of this life. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15638932 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2000 2024 33 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 3: When We Were Beautiful Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 3: When We Were Beautiful There is a thin line between the beautiful and the ugly. In the shadows of the world’s most beautiful places lies the ugliness of poverty and disease. We long for what is beautiful but are constantly confronted with the ugliness of war, famine, betrayal, and brokenness. How do we reconcile the world's ugliness with a divine longing for beauty? Join us for Part 3 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Volume III, where we will learn how God trades His beauty for the ashes of our sins.  



To learn more or to register for any of these events go to app.AspireJax.org or contact Cindy Graves in the church office at info@aspirejax.org or (904) 396-6633.

]]> There is a thin line between the beautiful and the ugly. In the shadows of the world’s most beautiful places lies the ugliness of poverty and disease. We long for what is beautiful but are constantly confronted with the ugliness of war, famine, betrayal, and brokenness. How do we reconcile the world's ugliness with a divine longing for beauty? Join us for Part 3 of Summer Psalms Mixtape Volume III, where we will learn how God trades His beauty for the ashes of our sins.  



To learn more or to register for any of these events go to app.AspireJax.org or contact Cindy Graves in the church office at info@aspirejax.org or (904) 396-6633.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15608400 Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2000 2024 32 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 2: The Very Thought of You  Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 2: The Very Thought of You  The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples would have sung them in worship and as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on Jesus' lips as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday in August as we listen to a mixtape of Psalms describing God's beauty and majesty.  

]]> The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples would have sung them in worship and as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on Jesus' lips as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday in August as we listen to a mixtape of Psalms describing God's beauty and majesty.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15569016 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2150 2024 31 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 1: The Missionary Psalm Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 3 | Part 1: The Missionary Psalm Aspire Church is delighted to welcome the Underwoods home! The Underwoods serve the IMB in Europe, where they share the hope of the Gospel with people from all over the world. Today, we are pleased to hear from Chris as he shares the Missionary Psalm (Psalm 67) to kick off our annual Summer Psalms Mixtape series.  

]]> Aspire Church is delighted to welcome the Underwoods home! The Underwoods serve the IMB in Europe, where they share the hope of the Gospel with people from all over the world. Today, we are pleased to hear from Chris as he shares the Missionary Psalm (Psalm 67) to kick off our annual Summer Psalms Mixtape series.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15533048 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2150 2024 30 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 7 - A Wife for Isaac  The Pursuit of God | Part 7 - A Wife for Isaac  Uncertainty is one of the only certainties in life. Whether it is health and money or the economy and politics, you can be sure that something unexpected is always just around the corner. So, how should God’s people respond to uncertainty? How can we have faith in the face of the unknown? Join us for the final message in The Pursuit of God, where we will see how Abraham’s faith gave Him confidence in God in the face of uncertain times. 

]]> Uncertainty is one of the only certainties in life. Whether it is health and money or the economy and politics, you can be sure that something unexpected is always just around the corner. So, how should God’s people respond to uncertainty? How can we have faith in the face of the unknown? Join us for the final message in The Pursuit of God, where we will see how Abraham’s faith gave Him confidence in God in the face of uncertain times. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15499554 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2176 2024 29 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 6 - The Son You Love The Pursuit of God | Part 6 - The Son You Love Most people have had the unfortunate experience of feeling “used.” Someone wanted something from you but had little or no regard for you after they got what they wanted. You were merely a means to an end. It’s a terrible feeling, yet that is how many of us treat God. We seek Him in our need, but after receiving the gift, we forget the Giver. Join us for part 6 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that we will never be satisfied with the promises of God until we are satisfied with the God of the promise. 

]]> Most people have had the unfortunate experience of feeling “used.” Someone wanted something from you but had little or no regard for you after they got what they wanted. You were merely a means to an end. It’s a terrible feeling, yet that is how many of us treat God. We seek Him in our need, but after receiving the gift, we forget the Giver. Join us for part 6 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that we will never be satisfied with the promises of God until we are satisfied with the God of the promise. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15448221 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1607 2024 28 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 5 - The God Who Hears  The Pursuit of God | Part 5 - The God Who Hears  There is an art to listening, and people who do it well offer a precious gift to those blessed to engage in a conversation with them. Most people talk to be heard, but some seek to listen and understand first. Prayer, in its most basic form, is a conversation with God. But perhaps you’ve wondered if your prayers are one-sided conversations. Join us for part 5 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn about the God who hears and responds to our cries for help.  

]]> There is an art to listening, and people who do it well offer a precious gift to those blessed to engage in a conversation with them. Most people talk to be heard, but some seek to listen and understand first. Prayer, in its most basic form, is a conversation with God. But perhaps you’ve wondered if your prayers are one-sided conversations. Join us for part 5 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn about the God who hears and responds to our cries for help.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15429161 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2420 2024 27 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 4 - As For Sarai The Pursuit of God | Part 4 - As For Sarai Have you ever reached your limit? Maybe it was an issue of physical stamina or mental ability. Perhaps it was a financial limit or a matter of not having enough time. Every human has their limit, and we are frequently tempted to project those limitations on God. Join us for part 4 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that God’s power is perfected in human weakness.

]]> Have you ever reached your limit? Maybe it was an issue of physical stamina or mental ability. Perhaps it was a financial limit or a matter of not having enough time. Every human has their limit, and we are frequently tempted to project those limitations on God. Join us for part 4 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that God’s power is perfected in human weakness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15379393 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1867 2024 26 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 3 - The God Who Sees The Pursuit of God | Part 3 - The God Who Sees In a busy world with so many voices clamoring for attention, it would be easy to feel lost in the crowd. Does anyone see me? Does anyone hear me? Does anyone care? And if there is a God, does He see me or care about my life? Join us for part 3 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn how God sees us even when we can’t see Him.

]]> In a busy world with so many voices clamoring for attention, it would be easy to feel lost in the crowd. Does anyone see me? Does anyone hear me? Does anyone care? And if there is a God, does He see me or care about my life? Join us for part 3 of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn how God sees us even when we can’t see Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15338359 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 2286 2024 25 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 2 - Following Directions The Pursuit of God | Part 2 - Following Directions Studies have shown that more than half of those who use GPS ignore the directions they get from it. It is probably no surprise that men ignore the directions far more than women! Ignoring directions may not be a big deal when navigating to a new restaurant or assembling furniture from Ikea. But it can have serious consequences when the directions come from God. Join us for part two of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that you cannot ignore God’s direction and walk in His ways.

]]> Studies have shown that more than half of those who use GPS ignore the directions they get from it. It is probably no surprise that men ignore the directions far more than women! Ignoring directions may not be a big deal when navigating to a new restaurant or assembling furniture from Ikea. But it can have serious consequences when the directions come from God. Join us for part two of The Pursuit of God, where we will learn that you cannot ignore God’s direction and walk in His ways.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15312370 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2143 2024 24 full false The Pursuit of God | Part 1 - Father Abraham The Pursuit of God | Part 1 - Father Abraham There is a Chinese proverb that says, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” The same can be said about our pursuit of God. A single act of faith is the key to finding God, His purpose, and His ways. Join us for a series from Genesis 11-25 about Abraham and Isaac and how their pursuit of God reminds us that those who seek God will find Him when they seek Him with all their hearts.

]]> There is a Chinese proverb that says, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” The same can be said about our pursuit of God. A single act of faith is the key to finding God, His purpose, and His ways. Join us for a series from Genesis 11-25 about Abraham and Isaac and how their pursuit of God reminds us that those who seek God will find Him when they seek Him with all their hearts.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15262697 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2057 2024 23 full false This Is Us | Part 10 - It’s Not About Us This Is Us | Part 10 - It’s Not About Us Unlike any other organization or institution, the church does not exist primarily for the benefit of its members. The Church is not about us; it’s about Him. And because God has called us to make Him known to the ends of the earth, the church must also be about “them” – those who have yet to be reached with the message of the Gospel. Join us for the final message in This is Us, where we will learn that the church exists primarily for the benefit of its non-members.

]]> Unlike any other organization or institution, the church does not exist primarily for the benefit of its members. The Church is not about us; it’s about Him. And because God has called us to make Him known to the ends of the earth, the church must also be about “them” – those who have yet to be reached with the message of the Gospel. Join us for the final message in This is Us, where we will learn that the church exists primarily for the benefit of its non-members.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15227572 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2360 2024 22 full false This Is Us | Part 9 - We Are a Family of Pastors This Is Us | Part 9 - We Are a Family of Pastors Celebrity culture is a billion-dollar industry. Social media influencers and celebrities rely on public exposure (good and bad) to maintain their power. Jesus was a celebrity in first-century Palestine. Religious and political leaders knew His name, and thousands flocked to hear Him teach. But Jesus never relied on His celebrity. In fact, He was willing to give it away to those who followed Him. Join us for Part 9 of This Is Us to see how Jesus calls everyone in His Church to be a kingdom of priests.

]]> Celebrity culture is a billion-dollar industry. Social media influencers and celebrities rely on public exposure (good and bad) to maintain their power. Jesus was a celebrity in first-century Palestine. Religious and political leaders knew His name, and thousands flocked to hear Him teach. But Jesus never relied on His celebrity. In fact, He was willing to give it away to those who followed Him. Join us for Part 9 of This Is Us to see how Jesus calls everyone in His Church to be a kingdom of priests.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15213935 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 1667 2024 21 full false This Is Us | Part 8 - We Are Handcrafted This Is Us | Part 8 - We Are Handcrafted Henry Ford is often credited with the creation of the modern assembly line. This simple concept revolutionized industry around the world. Assembly lines are great for products but terrible for people. Whether it is the automated voice system answering your calls or the self-check line at your favorite big box store, we have all experienced the frustrations of being placed on the automated assembly line. Join us for part 8 of This is Us, where we will learn that disciples can’t be made on the assembly lines of programs but must be handcrafted. 

]]> Henry Ford is often credited with the creation of the modern assembly line. This simple concept revolutionized industry around the world. Assembly lines are great for products but terrible for people. Whether it is the automated voice system answering your calls or the self-check line at your favorite big box store, we have all experienced the frustrations of being placed on the automated assembly line. Join us for part 8 of This is Us, where we will learn that disciples can’t be made on the assembly lines of programs but must be handcrafted. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15165507 Thu, 30 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1989 2024 20 full false This Is Us | Part 7 - We Are Locally Grown This Is Us | Part 7 - We Are Locally Grown Life is full of transitions. Sometimes we choose the transition and sometimes it is forced upon us. Whatever leads us to it, change is an opportunity to grow and serve God as we commit to following Him. Join us for part 7 of This Is Us, where we will learn that God is calling us to bloom wherever He plants us.

]]> Life is full of transitions. Sometimes we choose the transition and sometimes it is forced upon us. Whatever leads us to it, change is an opportunity to grow and serve God as we commit to following Him. Join us for part 7 of This Is Us, where we will learn that God is calling us to bloom wherever He plants us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15125886 Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2241 2024 19 full false This Is Us | Part 6 - We Believe Love Will Keep Us Together This Is Us | Part 6 - We Believe Love Will Keep Us Together They exist everywhere. Little contradictions that are sometimes humorous and sometimes downright disturbing. From driving on a parkway and parking in a driveway to the endorsement of slavery by a nation whose founding document states that all men are created equal. But what happens when the message of the Gospel is contradicted by the church that is proclaiming it? Join us for part 6 of This Is Us, where we will learn that the Gospel is validated by the unity of the Church.

]]> They exist everywhere. Little contradictions that are sometimes humorous and sometimes downright disturbing. From driving on a parkway and parking in a driveway to the endorsement of slavery by a nation whose founding document states that all men are created equal. But what happens when the message of the Gospel is contradicted by the church that is proclaiming it? Join us for part 6 of This Is Us, where we will learn that the Gospel is validated by the unity of the Church.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15062186 Mon, 13 May 2024 17:00:00 -0400 1691 2024 18 full false This Is Us | Part 5 - We Are Gospel-Centered This Is Us | Part 5 - We Are Gospel-Centered Twenty years ago, no one had a smartphone, and few had social media accounts. Twenty years before that, no one had heard of e-mail or the Internet. One hundred years before that, people relied on a horse and buggy for transportation. Technology and culture continue to change at an accelerated rate. With all that has changed, how has the church endured? Join us for part 5 of This is Us, where we will explore the one enduring truth that holds us together. 

]]> Twenty years ago, no one had a smartphone, and few had social media accounts. Twenty years before that, no one had heard of e-mail or the Internet. One hundred years before that, people relied on a horse and buggy for transportation. Technology and culture continue to change at an accelerated rate. With all that has changed, how has the church endured? Join us for part 5 of This is Us, where we will explore the one enduring truth that holds us together. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15019894 Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2368 2024 17 full false This Is Us | Part 4 - We Measure Success Differently This Is Us | Part 4 - We Measure Success Differently Companies and organizations measure their success and report it to their stakeholders. How much did we make (or lose)? What was our quarterly growth (or decline)? Did we come in on time and under budget (or is someone getting fired)? The institutional church also has a set of metrics it uses to measure its success. How many people were in worship this week? How much money was collected in the offering last month? How many people did we baptize the previous year? But is that the best way to determine the success of a Jesus Centered Community? Join us for part four of This Is Us, where we will learn that we measure success by our sending capacity rather than our seating capacity. 

]]> Companies and organizations measure their success and report it to their stakeholders. How much did we make (or lose)? What was our quarterly growth (or decline)? Did we come in on time and under budget (or is someone getting fired)? The institutional church also has a set of metrics it uses to measure its success. How many people were in worship this week? How much money was collected in the offering last month? How many people did we baptize the previous year? But is that the best way to determine the success of a Jesus Centered Community? Join us for part four of This Is Us, where we will learn that we measure success by our sending capacity rather than our seating capacity. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-15001305 Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1878 2024 16 full false This Is Us | Part 3 - We Are Making, Not Faking Disciples This Is Us | Part 3 - We Are Making, Not Faking Disciples Jesus commissioned His church to “Make disciples of all nations.” But there is a difference between making disciples and faking them. Join us for part 3 of This Is Us to learn how Jesus responded to fake disciples and what it takes to truly make a disciple of Jesus. 

]]> Jesus commissioned His church to “Make disciples of all nations.” But there is a difference between making disciples and faking them. Join us for part 3 of This Is Us to learn how Jesus responded to fake disciples and what it takes to truly make a disciple of Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14928209 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2147 2024 15 full false This Is Us | Part 2 - We Are Upper Room People This Is Us | Part 2 - We Are Upper Room People When Jesus gathered His disciples in the Upper Room, they were confronted with the price He would pay for their redemption. After the Resurrection, Jesus again met His Disciples in the Upper Room, and it was there that the church was born. Join us for part two of This is Us, where we will discover that Jesus-centered communities are built by people who live in the Upper Room. 

]]> When Jesus gathered His disciples in the Upper Room, they were confronted with the price He would pay for their redemption. After the Resurrection, Jesus again met His Disciples in the Upper Room, and it was there that the church was born. Join us for part two of This is Us, where we will discover that Jesus-centered communities are built by people who live in the Upper Room. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14886944 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2040 2024 14 full false This Is Us | Part 1 - We Are a New Kind of Family This Is Us | Part 1 - We Are a New Kind of Family From the fall in Genesis to the final scene of Revelation, the Bible tells the story of how God is building a new kind of community—a people He set apart for His glory. But from its very beginning, controversy has surrounded the Church. People throughout history—insiders and outsiders alike—have struggled to understand the Church and its mission. Join us every Sunday for This Is Us, a sermon series exploring a new kind of family and its mission to heal a broken world. 

]]> From the fall in Genesis to the final scene of Revelation, the Bible tells the story of how God is building a new kind of community—a people He set apart for His glory. But from its very beginning, controversy has surrounded the Church. People throughout history—insiders and outsiders alike—have struggled to understand the Church and its mission. Join us every Sunday for This Is Us, a sermon series exploring a new kind of family and its mission to heal a broken world. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14850600 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2252 2024 13 full false Easter Sunday | True and Useful Easter Sunday | True and Useful We are constantly inundated with information. To manage this persistent flow, many people ask two simple questions: Is it true, and is it useful? Join us on Easter Sunday as we consider the claim that God raised Jesus from the dead by answering those two questions. Is it true? And is it useful? 

]]> We are constantly inundated with information. To manage this persistent flow, many people ask two simple questions: Is it true, and is it useful? Join us on Easter Sunday as we consider the claim that God raised Jesus from the dead by answering those two questions. Is it true? And is it useful? 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14815787 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2164 2024 12 full false Cross Walk | Part 2 - The Criminals’ Cross Cross Walk | Part 2 - The Criminals’ Cross Long before His arrest, Jesus told His disciples that if they wanted to follow Him, they would have to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. It is doubtful the disciples fully understood what Jesus meant. Even two thousand years after His crucifixion, understanding what it means to bear Jesus’ cross can be difficult. Join us for a series exploring the Cross Walk that leads to the Kingdom.  

]]> Long before His arrest, Jesus told His disciples that if they wanted to follow Him, they would have to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. It is doubtful the disciples fully understood what Jesus meant. Even two thousand years after His crucifixion, understanding what it means to bear Jesus’ cross can be difficult. Join us for a series exploring the Cross Walk that leads to the Kingdom.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14706562 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2021 2024 11 full false Cross Walk | Part 1 - Simon of Cyrene Cross Walk | Part 1 - Simon of Cyrene Long before His arrest, Jesus told His disciples that if they wanted to follow Him, they would have to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. It is doubtful the disciples fully understood what Jesus meant. Even two thousand years after His crucifixion, understanding what it means to bear Jesus’ cross can be difficult. Join us for a series exploring the Cross Walk that leads to the Kingdom.

]]> Long before His arrest, Jesus told His disciples that if they wanted to follow Him, they would have to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. It is doubtful the disciples fully understood what Jesus meant. Even two thousand years after His crucifixion, understanding what it means to bear Jesus’ cross can be difficult. Join us for a series exploring the Cross Walk that leads to the Kingdom.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14668071 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400 1911 2024 10 full false Dressed for the Occasion Dressed for the Occasion We are excited to welcome home Mark and Kim Wilbanks. Mark pastored Southside Baptist Church from 1985 to 2002. During the Dr. Wilbanks’s 17 years of leadership, Aspire experienced significant growth, a prolonged season of health and vitality, and a massive expansion and renovation of our facilities and property. After leaving Aspire, Mark pastored in Tallahassee and Atlanta before retiring to Birmingham, Alabama. He has just released his first book, Along the Journey, a collection of essays, stories, and devotionals. 

]]> We are excited to welcome home Mark and Kim Wilbanks. Mark pastored Southside Baptist Church from 1985 to 2002. During the Dr. Wilbanks’s 17 years of leadership, Aspire experienced significant growth, a prolonged season of health and vitality, and a massive expansion and renovation of our facilities and property. After leaving Aspire, Mark pastored in Tallahassee and Atlanta before retiring to Birmingham, Alabama. He has just released his first book, Along the Journey, a collection of essays, stories, and devotionals. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14621462 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 22:00:00 -0500 1874 2024 9 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 8 - From Darkest Night to Morning’s Light The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 8 - From Darkest Night to Morning’s Light Silence can be deafening, especially when you’re used to living amidst the clamor and commotion of our noisy world. But what happens when God is silent? Join us for the final message in The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul as we discuss the dark night of the soul to see how it can draw us closer to God. 

]]> Silence can be deafening, especially when you’re used to living amidst the clamor and commotion of our noisy world. But what happens when God is silent? Join us for the final message in The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul as we discuss the dark night of the soul to see how it can draw us closer to God. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14572857 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2035 2024 8 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 7 - Your Soul Needs Rest The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 7 - Your Soul Needs Rest Today, we welcome our guest preacher, Dr. Mark Searby. Mark is a native of Illinois, where he completed his college and seminary education at Lincoln Christian University and his Doctor of Ministry degree at the Northern Baptist Theological Seminary. After serving over 20 years in pastoral ministry, he taught at Lincoln Christian Seminary for ten years. He also served as a Vice President for Lincoln Christian University for four years. He served ten years as the director of Doctor of Ministry Studies at Beeson Divinity School, Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. He currently resides with his wife, Linda, in central Florida. 

]]> Today, we welcome our guest preacher, Dr. Mark Searby. Mark is a native of Illinois, where he completed his college and seminary education at Lincoln Christian University and his Doctor of Ministry degree at the Northern Baptist Theological Seminary. After serving over 20 years in pastoral ministry, he taught at Lincoln Christian Seminary for ten years. He also served as a Vice President for Lincoln Christian University for four years. He served ten years as the director of Doctor of Ministry Studies at Beeson Divinity School, Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. He currently resides with his wife, Linda, in central Florida. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14541652 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2014 2024 7 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 6 - Your Soul Needs Satisfaction The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 6 - Your Soul Needs Satisfaction For advertisers to sell their products, they must generate a sense of need. They often do this by exploiting feelings of dissatisfaction in their potential customers. Advertisers recognize what many of us do not, that the human soul needs satisfaction. Join us for part 6 of The Care and Feeding of The Human Soul, where we will discuss the dangers of a dissatisfied soul. 

]]> For advertisers to sell their products, they must generate a sense of need. They often do this by exploiting feelings of dissatisfaction in their potential customers. Advertisers recognize what many of us do not, that the human soul needs satisfaction. Join us for part 6 of The Care and Feeding of The Human Soul, where we will discuss the dangers of a dissatisfied soul. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14482096 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2111 2024 6 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 5 - Your Soul Needs a Future The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 5 - Your Soul Needs a Future From medicine to technology, plastic surgery to space exploration, humans have been on a constant quest for meaning and eternal life. From the moment we were exiled from the Garden and lost access to the Tree of Life, all striving has been an effort to regain eternity. Why? Because our souls need a future. Join us for part 5 of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul as we talk about the eternal nature of every human soul. 

]]> From medicine to technology, plastic surgery to space exploration, humans have been on a constant quest for meaning and eternal life. From the moment we were exiled from the Garden and lost access to the Tree of Life, all striving has been an effort to regain eternity. Why? Because our souls need a future. Join us for part 5 of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul as we talk about the eternal nature of every human soul. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14437366 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1731 2024 5 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 4 - Your Soul Needs a Foundation The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 4 - Your Soul Needs a Foundation Sinkholes cost Floridians an average of $300,000,000 every year. This threat goes largely unseen until it is too late. Likewise, our souls might be in danger of suddenly collapsing if they are not centered on the proper foundation. Join us for part 4 of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul, where we will learn to recognize the dangers of a soul not centered on Jesus Christ. 

]]> Sinkholes cost Floridians an average of $300,000,000 every year. This threat goes largely unseen until it is too late. Likewise, our souls might be in danger of suddenly collapsing if they are not centered on the proper foundation. Join us for part 4 of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul, where we will learn to recognize the dangers of a soul not centered on Jesus Christ. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14423533 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500 1669 2024 4 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 3 - Your Soul Needs a Keeper The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 3 - Your Soul Needs a Keeper “Who is responsible for that?” This is the question asked about everything from cleaning the kitchen to paying the national debt. In a world where it seems like we are encouraged to take responsibility for less and less, it is no wonder that so many have failed to take responsibility for the care and feeding of their soul. Join us as we learn three things only you can do for your soul. 

]]> “Who is responsible for that?” This is the question asked about everything from cleaning the kitchen to paying the national debt. In a world where it seems like we are encouraged to take responsibility for less and less, it is no wonder that so many have failed to take responsibility for the care and feeding of their soul. Join us as we learn three things only you can do for your soul. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14372767 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:00:00 -0500 2087 2024 3 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 2 - Lost Souls The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 2 - Lost Souls You’ve heard it, probably said it, and have certainly been it at some point. What do we mean when we say someone is a “lost soul”? Join us for part two of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul, where we’ll talk about the condition of our souls and the only remedy for their healing.

]]> You’ve heard it, probably said it, and have certainly been it at some point. What do we mean when we say someone is a “lost soul”? Join us for part two of The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul, where we’ll talk about the condition of our souls and the only remedy for their healing.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14314807 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2588 2024 2 full false The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 1 - What is the Soul? The Care and Feeding of the Human Soul | Part 1 - What is the Soul? A recent study found that the average American spent $722 on health and beauty products and services in 2023, with Gen Zers spending more than double that at $1,754. While our society pursues eternal youth and beauty, another part of our human being goes largely ignored – our souls. The evidence of this oversight is obvious when you consider the growing mental health crisis we are facing in America. Join us for a six-week series exploring what the Bible says about caring for the most important and only eternal part of you – your soul.

]]> A recent study found that the average American spent $722 on health and beauty products and services in 2023, with Gen Zers spending more than double that at $1,754. While our society pursues eternal youth and beauty, another part of our human being goes largely ignored – our souls. The evidence of this oversight is obvious when you consider the growing mental health crisis we are facing in America. Join us for a six-week series exploring what the Bible says about caring for the most important and only eternal part of you – your soul.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14274061 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 17:00:00 -0500 2210 2024 1 full false Joy to the World | Part 6 - 85 Hours in the Word Joy to the World | Part 6 - 85 Hours in the Word If I could see the world like you, I would think and act differently. Our perspective on life and truth is limited, but what if we could access God’s perspective? What if we had directions on how to live life according to the author of life Himself? Join us for the final sermon of 2023 and the kickoff to 85 hours in the Word. 

]]> If I could see the world like you, I would think and act differently. Our perspective on life and truth is limited, but what if we could access God’s perspective? What if we had directions on how to live life according to the author of life Himself? Join us for the final sermon of 2023 and the kickoff to 85 hours in the Word. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14250041 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:00:00 -0500 1687 2023 52 full false Joy to the World | Part 5 - The Wonders of His Love Joy to the World | Part 5 - The Wonders of His Love The greatest expression of love the world has ever known arrived with little recognition and no fanfare. Jesus was born in a barn and laid in a manger. He never wrote a book, held political office, or traveled more than 200 miles from where He was born. He never did any of the things that we associate with greatness, yet because of His death and resurrection, people around the world have come to believe that Jesus is the perfect embodiment of God’s love. Join us for the final message in our Advent series, Joy to the World, where we will explore the wonders of His love. 

]]> The greatest expression of love the world has ever known arrived with little recognition and no fanfare. Jesus was born in a barn and laid in a manger. He never wrote a book, held political office, or traveled more than 200 miles from where He was born. He never did any of the things that we associate with greatness, yet because of His death and resurrection, people around the world have come to believe that Jesus is the perfect embodiment of God’s love. Join us for the final message in our Advent series, Joy to the World, where we will explore the wonders of His love. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14225009 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500 1298 2023 51 full false Joy to the World | Part 4 - Far as the Curse Is Found Joy to the World | Part 4 - Far as the Curse Is Found Ask any gardener and they can tell you about the curse of weeds and thorns that infest the ground. It will require work if you want to grow flowers, vegetables, or a beautiful yard. The things we don’t want will grow without effort, while the things we want require constant attention. This is the nature of sin in our lives and the world. Join us for part 4 of Joy to the World, where we will learn how Jesus came to change the landscape of our world and your life.

]]> Ask any gardener and they can tell you about the curse of weeds and thorns that infest the ground. It will require work if you want to grow flowers, vegetables, or a beautiful yard. The things we don’t want will grow without effort, while the things we want require constant attention. This is the nature of sin in our lives and the world. Join us for part 4 of Joy to the World, where we will learn how Jesus came to change the landscape of our world and your life.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14162047 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1364 2023 50 full false Joy to the World | Part 3 - Repeat the Sounding Joy Joy to the World | Part 3 - Repeat the Sounding Joy If Luke were writing his Gospel today, his version of the Christmas story might very well be a Broadway musical! In chapter one, Luke shares the songs of Zechariah and Mary, and in chapter two, all heaven breaks into song as the angels announce the birth of Jesus. But this Broadway production wasn’t performed for the elite, but for those the world often overlooks. Join us for part three of Joy to the World, where we meet the unlikely recipients of the best news ever.  

]]> If Luke were writing his Gospel today, his version of the Christmas story might very well be a Broadway musical! In chapter one, Luke shares the songs of Zechariah and Mary, and in chapter two, all heaven breaks into song as the angels announce the birth of Jesus. But this Broadway production wasn’t performed for the elite, but for those the world often overlooks. Join us for part three of Joy to the World, where we meet the unlikely recipients of the best news ever.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14133276 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1370 2023 49 full false Joy to the World | Part 2 - Let Earth Receive Her King Joy to the World | Part 2 - Let Earth Receive Her King We sing it every year, “Joy to the World, the Lord Has Come!” But what does that mean? With war, injustice, and division all around, how can Christians believe that a baby born two thousand years ago has brought joy to the world? Join us for part two of Joy to the World, where we will discover God’s conspiracy to overturn the corruption of this world and establish his Kingdom of Joy. 

]]> We sing it every year, “Joy to the World, the Lord Has Come!” But what does that mean? With war, injustice, and division all around, how can Christians believe that a baby born two thousand years ago has brought joy to the world? Join us for part two of Joy to the World, where we will discover God’s conspiracy to overturn the corruption of this world and establish his Kingdom of Joy. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14114341 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1295 2023 48 full false Joy to the World | Part 1 - The Lord Has Come Joy to the World | Part 1 - The Lord Has Come “Joy to the World” is one of the world’s most recognizable songs. The lyrics, written in 1719 by Sir Isaac Watts, are based on Psalm 98 and describe the arrival of King Jesus and His impact on the world. Join us for an Advent series exploring the joy that Jesus brings to every heart that prepares Him room. 

]]> “Joy to the World” is one of the world’s most recognizable songs. The lyrics, written in 1719 by Sir Isaac Watts, are based on Psalm 98 and describe the arrival of King Jesus and His impact on the world. Join us for an Advent series exploring the joy that Jesus brings to every heart that prepares Him room. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14035981 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1893 2023 47 full false Back to the Future Back to the Future Aspire Church San Marco will celebrate 85 years of ministry in 2024. With a tremendous legacy behind us, a compelling mission ahead of us, and a faithful Savior leading us, how should Aspire Church San Marco members faithfully run the race set before us? Join us as we begin a year-long journey Back to the Future.

]]> Aspire Church San Marco will celebrate 85 years of ministry in 2024. With a tremendous legacy behind us, a compelling mission ahead of us, and a faithful Savior leading us, how should Aspire Church San Marco members faithfully run the race set before us? Join us as we begin a year-long journey Back to the Future.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-14018728 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1624 2023 46 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 11 - All Things Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 11 - All Things The Bible tells us to rejoice always, but is that realistic? Given the real problems we face personally and globally, how can God expect His people always to be filled with joy? Join us for the final message in our Philippians series, where we will learn the three essential elements of relentless joy and why we need it now more than ever. 

]]> The Bible tells us to rejoice always, but is that realistic? Given the real problems we face personally and globally, how can God expect His people always to be filled with joy? Join us for the final message in our Philippians series, where we will learn the three essential elements of relentless joy and why we need it now more than ever. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13956805 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500 2273 2023 45 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 10 - My Joy and Crown Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 10 - My Joy and Crown We see it in almost every institution. Our government is paralyzed by it. Schools, corporations, and media are defined by it. Our courts are overrun because of it. The fracturing and division of our society can make it seem as if everything is coming apart at the seams. Then what is the Church’s answer? Unfortunately, too often the same division we see in the world has also infected the Church. Join us for part 10 of our Philippians series, where we will learn that the unity of the Church is essential to the mission of the Church.

]]> We see it in almost every institution. Our government is paralyzed by it. Schools, corporations, and media are defined by it. Our courts are overrun because of it. The fracturing and division of our society can make it seem as if everything is coming apart at the seams. Then what is the Church’s answer? Unfortunately, too often the same division we see in the world has also infected the Church. Join us for part 10 of our Philippians series, where we will learn that the unity of the Church is essential to the mission of the Church.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13920181 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2293 2023 44 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 9 - Wardrobe Regrets and Hairstyle Horrors Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 9 - Wardrobe Regrets and Hairstyle Horrors Looking at old pictures can be embarrassing. Things we thought stylish eventually become dated. Time eventually sees the passing of every fad. What’s true about fashion and hairstyles is also true about more essential things such as beliefs and ways of living. Join us for part 9 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will discover how the mind of Christ changes how we understand our past, future, and other people. 

]]> Looking at old pictures can be embarrassing. Things we thought stylish eventually become dated. Time eventually sees the passing of every fad. What’s true about fashion and hairstyles is also true about more essential things such as beliefs and ways of living. Join us for part 9 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will discover how the mind of Christ changes how we understand our past, future, and other people. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13868255 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2288 2023 43 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 8 - $kub@lon! Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 8 - $kub@lon! Perhaps you grew up singing, “Jesus loves me, this I know,” but do you believe that? Would you care so much about what others think of you if you did? Would you work so hard to impress your boss, your girlfriend, or your parents? What drives you to achieve and accomplish things? What is behind your insatiable appetite to consume? Join us for part 8 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will explore the two ways to live.

]]> Perhaps you grew up singing, “Jesus loves me, this I know,” but do you believe that? Would you care so much about what others think of you if you did? Would you work so hard to impress your boss, your girlfriend, or your parents? What drives you to achieve and accomplish things? What is behind your insatiable appetite to consume? Join us for part 8 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will explore the two ways to live.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13823574 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2172 2023 42 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 7 - Beware the Dogs Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 7 - Beware the Dogs Throughout the fall, you see it – faces painted, flags waving, fight songs sung with pride. Football fans loudly cheer on their favorite teams. We’ve come to accept this harmless form of tribalism as a part of our culture. Fans pulling for opposite teams on Saturday are the best of friends on Sunday. But what happens when our faith becomes tribal? Join us for a message from Philippians 3, where we will see the dangers of tribalism and how Jesus overcomes our tribal religions. 

]]> Throughout the fall, you see it – faces painted, flags waving, fight songs sung with pride. Football fans loudly cheer on their favorite teams. We’ve come to accept this harmless form of tribalism as a part of our culture. Fans pulling for opposite teams on Saturday are the best of friends on Sunday. But what happens when our faith becomes tribal? Join us for a message from Philippians 3, where we will see the dangers of tribalism and how Jesus overcomes our tribal religions. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13782482 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400 2256 2023 41 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 6 - Personnel Changes Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 6 - Personnel Changes Your favorite barista took another job. The person who cut your hair for years retired. The manager who hired you and became a friend and mentor resigned suddenly. Personnel changes are disruptive. Sometimes, they result in minor inconveniences, and sometimes, they lead to a tidal wave of change. Join us for part 6 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will see how God uses personnel changes to accomplish His work in our lives.

]]> Your favorite barista took another job. The person who cut your hair for years retired. The manager who hired you and became a friend and mentor resigned suddenly. Personnel changes are disruptive. Sometimes, they result in minor inconveniences, and sometimes, they lead to a tidal wave of change. Join us for part 6 of Philippians: Relentless Joy, where we will see how God uses personnel changes to accomplish His work in our lives.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13765503 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400 2074 2023 40 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 5 - Shining Stars Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 5 - Shining Stars JimBo Stewart is a follower of Jesus, Audrea’s husband, and father of three Stewart Littles. Professionally, JimBo serves as the Associate Director of Replant at the North American Mission Board (NAMB) and as the Replanting and Revitalization Strategist for First Coast Churches in Jacksonville, FL. He is also the co-founder of replantbootcamp.com. He holds a D.Min. in Church Revitalization and an M.Div. in Urban Missions, both earned at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. JimBo also loves exploring new places and playing disc golf with his kids. We are grateful for Jimbo’s contribution to the Kingdom and are excited to welcome him today as our guest teacher at Aspire Church San Marco.

]]> JimBo Stewart is a follower of Jesus, Audrea’s husband, and father of three Stewart Littles. Professionally, JimBo serves as the Associate Director of Replant at the North American Mission Board (NAMB) and as the Replanting and Revitalization Strategist for First Coast Churches in Jacksonville, FL. He is also the co-founder of replantbootcamp.com. He holds a D.Min. in Church Revitalization and an M.Div. in Urban Missions, both earned at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. JimBo also loves exploring new places and playing disc golf with his kids. We are grateful for Jimbo’s contribution to the Kingdom and are excited to welcome him today as our guest teacher at Aspire Church San Marco.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13721968 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2692 2023 39 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 4 - Living Like-Minded  Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 4 - Living Like-Minded  Aspire Church is pleased to welcome home one of our own! Pastor Blake Bennett and his wife, Cierra, were high school sweethearts who grew up in Jacksonville and now live in San Marco with their two children, Eloise and Ezra. Blake joined the staff of Aspire Church in 2015 as a church planter sent by Aspire to start TheCity.Church at San Marco. Since 2015, TheCity.Church has expanded to include three additional congregations: TheCity.Church at Bartram Park, TheCity.Church at Riverside, and TheCity.Church at the Highlands. Blake’s leadership and passion for the local church are a blessing to our city. We are delighted to welcome Pastor Blake as our guest teacher this morning.

]]> Aspire Church is pleased to welcome home one of our own! Pastor Blake Bennett and his wife, Cierra, were high school sweethearts who grew up in Jacksonville and now live in San Marco with their two children, Eloise and Ezra. Blake joined the staff of Aspire Church in 2015 as a church planter sent by Aspire to start TheCity.Church at San Marco. Since 2015, TheCity.Church has expanded to include three additional congregations: TheCity.Church at Bartram Park, TheCity.Church at Riverside, and TheCity.Church at the Highlands. Blake’s leadership and passion for the local church are a blessing to our city. We are delighted to welcome Pastor Blake as our guest teacher this morning.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13685650 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2544 2023 38 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 3 - Worthy of the Gospel  Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 3 - Worthy of the Gospel  One of the most famous mug shots in American history is that of Dr. Martin Luther King after his arrest in Birmingham, Alabama. But what should have symbolized the humiliation and destruction of Dr. King’s legacy became a sign of his cause. Join us for a message from Philippians 1:27-30 where we learn that sometimes the very thing that appears to be for our destruction is really for our salvation. 

]]> One of the most famous mug shots in American history is that of Dr. Martin Luther King after his arrest in Birmingham, Alabama. But what should have symbolized the humiliation and destruction of Dr. King’s legacy became a sign of his cause. Join us for a message from Philippians 1:27-30 where we learn that sometimes the very thing that appears to be for our destruction is really for our salvation. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13622947 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:00:00 -0400 2284 2023 37 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 2 - My Deliverance Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 2 - My Deliverance One of the most repeated arguments against the existence of God in general and the truth of Christianity in particular has come to be known as “the problem of pain.” The argument goes something like this: “How could an all-powerful, all-loving God allow the kind of pain and suffering we experience in this world?” Even if you believe in God and call yourself a Christian, you’ve probably wrestled with this question. Join us for part two of our series through the book of Philippians where we learn how Paul addressed the problem of pain.

]]> One of the most repeated arguments against the existence of God in general and the truth of Christianity in particular has come to be known as “the problem of pain.” The argument goes something like this: “How could an all-powerful, all-loving God allow the kind of pain and suffering we experience in this world?” Even if you believe in God and call yourself a Christian, you’ve probably wrestled with this question. Join us for part two of our series through the book of Philippians where we learn how Paul addressed the problem of pain.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13570170 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2069 2023 36 full false Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 1 - God Will Finish This! Philippians: Relentless Joy | Part 1 - God Will Finish This! We all have unfinished projects. From that home improvement project you started last year to the novel you began in school. Every unfinished task is ultimately a race against the clock. Will you run out of time before your projects are finished? But what if time was not a factor? What if you had eternity to finish everything you’ve started? Join us for part one of a new sermon series from the book of Philippians, where we will learn that the eternal God always finishes what He begins.

]]> We all have unfinished projects. From that home improvement project you started last year to the novel you began in school. Every unfinished task is ultimately a race against the clock. Will you run out of time before your projects are finished? But what if time was not a factor? What if you had eternity to finish everything you’ve started? Join us for part one of a new sermon series from the book of Philippians, where we will learn that the eternal God always finishes what He begins.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13555946 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0400 2585 2023 35 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 4 - Joy in the Mourning Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 4 - Joy in the Mourning We’ve all made exchanges. Whether it was a product purchased, a career change, or even a change of mind, most people have made the conscious decision to make an exchange. But what happens when someone wants to exchange their entire life for another? Is such an exchange even possible? Join us for the conclusion of Summer Palms Mixtape vol. 2 as we explore Psalm 30 and the joy that comes when we exchange our life of sorrow for an eternity of joy.

]]> We’ve all made exchanges. Whether it was a product purchased, a career change, or even a change of mind, most people have made the conscious decision to make an exchange. But what happens when someone wants to exchange their entire life for another? Is such an exchange even possible? Join us for the conclusion of Summer Palms Mixtape vol. 2 as we explore Psalm 30 and the joy that comes when we exchange our life of sorrow for an eternity of joy.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13505858 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1635 2023 34 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 3 - Gotta Serve Somebody Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 3 - Gotta Serve Somebody Many people assume that joy doesn’t come from serving but from being served. But the reality is that humans were designed to serve something. Whether it is power or wealth, pleasure, or fame, we all live our lives in service to someone or something. Join us for part three of the Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will learn from Psalm 96 that joy comes from serving the One we were created to serve. 

]]> Many people assume that joy doesn’t come from serving but from being served. But the reality is that humans were designed to serve something. Whether it is power or wealth, pleasure, or fame, we all live our lives in service to someone or something. Join us for part three of the Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will learn from Psalm 96 that joy comes from serving the One we were created to serve. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13457458 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2193 2023 34 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 2 - Do You Really Want to Hurt Me? Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 2 - Do You Really Want to Hurt Me? The call to “be joyful” or “rejoice” is repeated more than 300 times in the Bible, making it one of the most repeated commands in all Scripture. But how are we supposed to be “joyful in all circumstances” when so many of them are bad? Does God cause or allow challenging circumstances to come into our lives, and if so, why? Join us for part 3 of the Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will learn that joy doesn’t come from changed circumstances but through a changed perspective.  

]]> The call to “be joyful” or “rejoice” is repeated more than 300 times in the Bible, making it one of the most repeated commands in all Scripture. But how are we supposed to be “joyful in all circumstances” when so many of them are bad? Does God cause or allow challenging circumstances to come into our lives, and if so, why? Join us for part 3 of the Summer Psalms Mixtape, where we will learn that joy doesn’t come from changed circumstances but through a changed perspective.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13404291 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2367 2023 33 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 1 - Man in the Mirror Summer Psalms Mixtape Vol. 2 | Part 1 - Man in the Mirror The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples would have sung them in worship and as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on the lips of Jesus as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday in August as we listen to a mixtape of Psalms that call us to aspire for joy.

]]> The Psalms are the hymns of ancient Israel. Jesus and His disciples would have sung them in worship and as they traveled the dusty roads of ancient Palestine. Their words were even on the lips of Jesus as He hung on the cross. The lyrics that brought so much hope and joy to Jesus continue to inspire His followers today. Join us each Sunday in August as we listen to a mixtape of Psalms that call us to aspire for joy.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13363960 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2432 2023 32 full false Essentials | Part 9 - Heaven and Earth Essentials | Part 9 - Heaven and Earth Some Christians have been accused of being so heavenly-minded that they are no earthly good. Others seem to deny the reality of heaven and live as if this world is all there is. The Gospel is a guardrail preventing us from making either mistake. Join us for the final sermon in the Essentials series, where we will learn how our beliefs about the future shape our lives today.

]]> Some Christians have been accused of being so heavenly-minded that they are no earthly good. Others seem to deny the reality of heaven and live as if this world is all there is. The Gospel is a guardrail preventing us from making either mistake. Join us for the final sermon in the Essentials series, where we will learn how our beliefs about the future shape our lives today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13343321 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2520 2023 31 full false Essentials | Part 8 - The Church Essentials | Part 8 - The Church The Church is always a work in progress. From the missteps and mistakes of Jesus’ disciples to the latest church scandal, humans have continuously brought our brokenness into the church. Yet, despite our failures, Jesus said He would build His church, and the gates of hell would not prevail against it. Join us for part 8 of Essentials to learn how the church is God’s plan and the front line of Heaven’s invasion of Earth.  

]]> The Church is always a work in progress. From the missteps and mistakes of Jesus’ disciples to the latest church scandal, humans have continuously brought our brokenness into the church. Yet, despite our failures, Jesus said He would build His church, and the gates of hell would not prevail against it. Join us for part 8 of Essentials to learn how the church is God’s plan and the front line of Heaven’s invasion of Earth.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13298015 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400 2765 2023 30 full false Essentials | Part 7 - Salvation Essentials | Part 7 - Salvation We use the word “saved” to refer to everything from someone recovered in a heroic rescue operation to the money we save through a discount code. But when the Bible talks about being “saved,” what exactly does that mean? What are we saved from? Who saves us, and how do they do it? Join us for part 7 of Essentials, where we will learn that salvation is not about what we do but what Jesus has done.

]]> We use the word “saved” to refer to everything from someone recovered in a heroic rescue operation to the money we save through a discount code. But when the Bible talks about being “saved,” what exactly does that mean? What are we saved from? Who saves us, and how do they do it? Join us for part 7 of Essentials, where we will learn that salvation is not about what we do but what Jesus has done.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13233389 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2291 2023 29 full false Essentials | Part 6 - Our Condition Essentials | Part 6 - Our Condition What defines your value? Do you find value in your roles and responsibilities in your family or job? The human condition is tied to the value God has placed on us and the value we see in Jesus’ death on a cross. This death communicates to us the reality that we are infinitely valuable and devastatingly broken. The value you place on Jesus’ death affects the value you place on yourself and others around you. This is why it is fundamental to Christian belief.

]]> What defines your value? Do you find value in your roles and responsibilities in your family or job? The human condition is tied to the value God has placed on us and the value we see in Jesus’ death on a cross. This death communicates to us the reality that we are infinitely valuable and devastatingly broken. The value you place on Jesus’ death affects the value you place on yourself and others around you. This is why it is fundamental to Christian belief.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13197665 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 2667 2023 28 full false Essentials | Part 5 - The Bible Essentials | Part 5 - The Bible According to numerous studies, the single greatest predictor of spiritual transformation is the time a person spends reading their Bible. Still, a recent Lifeway Research study revealed that only 32% of Christians read their Bible daily. Join us for part 5 of Essentials, where we learn the secret to reading the Bible for spiritual transformation.  

]]> According to numerous studies, the single greatest predictor of spiritual transformation is the time a person spends reading their Bible. Still, a recent Lifeway Research study revealed that only 32% of Christians read their Bible daily. Join us for part 5 of Essentials, where we learn the secret to reading the Bible for spiritual transformation.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13161340 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1809 2023 27 full false Essentials | Part 4 - The Breath of God Essentials | Part 4 - The Breath of God We instinctively know that there is more to living than drawing in oxygen. What, exactly, is it that animates humans? What motivates us to search for truth and higher meaning? Join us for part four of Essentials as we explore what we believe about God, the Holy Spirit. 

]]> We instinctively know that there is more to living than drawing in oxygen. What, exactly, is it that animates humans? What motivates us to search for truth and higher meaning? Join us for part four of Essentials as we explore what we believe about God, the Holy Spirit. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13119637 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2057 2023 26 full false Essentials | Part 3 - God the Son Essentials | Part 3 - God the Son Imagine that you have an ant problem in your yard (perhaps you don’t have to imagine this!) You go to the store and buy a product that is designed to fool the ants into thinking that it is delicious ant food when it is, in fact, poison. Now imagine an ant lover (do those exist?) who wants to save the ants from certain death. No matter what this ant lover does, he cannot communicate with the ants, so they continue to carry the poison back to their ant hill. What would the ant lover need to do to save the ants? He would need to become one of them to keep them from certain death. That is what God has done for us in the person of Jesus Christ. Join us for part three of Essentials, where we will see how God took on flesh to come and save us.

]]> Imagine that you have an ant problem in your yard (perhaps you don’t have to imagine this!) You go to the store and buy a product that is designed to fool the ants into thinking that it is delicious ant food when it is, in fact, poison. Now imagine an ant lover (do those exist?) who wants to save the ants from certain death. No matter what this ant lover does, he cannot communicate with the ants, so they continue to carry the poison back to their ant hill. What would the ant lover need to do to save the ants? He would need to become one of them to keep them from certain death. That is what God has done for us in the person of Jesus Christ. Join us for part three of Essentials, where we will see how God took on flesh to come and save us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13083689 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2117 2023 25 full false Essentials | Part 2 - God Who? Essentials | Part 2 - God Who? A Pew Research study from 2008 revealed that nine out of ten Americans believe in God, but only a small majority believe in God as described in the Bible. How do we know there is a God, and even more importantly, how can we possibly know what He is like? Join us as we begin exploring the essential beliefs of Christianity by asking the question, God Who?

]]> A Pew Research study from 2008 revealed that nine out of ten Americans believe in God, but only a small majority believe in God as described in the Bible. How do we know there is a God, and even more importantly, how can we possibly know what He is like? Join us as we begin exploring the essential beliefs of Christianity by asking the question, God Who?

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-13023852 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2204 2023 24 full false Essentials | Part 1 - Straining Gnats Essentials | Part 1 - Straining Gnats Complexity demands simplicity. When Google launched the world’s most complex web browser, they did so with a simple search bar on a blank screen. When Apple introduced the iPhone in 2007, a device more powerful than a supercomputer in the year 2000, it only had one button. And when the God of the Universe wanted to reveal Himself to His creation, He did so by taking on flesh and assuming the form of a simple servant. So often, we complicate the message of Jesus with important but non-essential ideas. Rather than focusing on the good news of Jesus, we haggle over minute issues of theology and doctrine, leaving a lost world even more confused or, even worse, uninterested. Join us each Sunday in June and July for Essentials, a sermon series focused on what is essential, what isn’t, and why the difference matters. 

]]> Complexity demands simplicity. When Google launched the world’s most complex web browser, they did so with a simple search bar on a blank screen. When Apple introduced the iPhone in 2007, a device more powerful than a supercomputer in the year 2000, it only had one button. And when the God of the Universe wanted to reveal Himself to His creation, He did so by taking on flesh and assuming the form of a simple servant. So often, we complicate the message of Jesus with important but non-essential ideas. Rather than focusing on the good news of Jesus, we haggle over minute issues of theology and doctrine, leaving a lost world even more confused or, even worse, uninterested. Join us each Sunday in June and July for Essentials, a sermon series focused on what is essential, what isn’t, and why the difference matters. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12984105 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1850 2023 23 full false The Calling on Our Lives The Calling on Our Lives Aspire Church welcomes our friends and special guests, Justin and Kendal Adamson. The Adamsons are NAMB church planters sent out by Aspire Church San Marco to start a new church in Queens, New York. The Adamsons have a heart for sharing the Gospel and are following His call to reach the nations by planting the New Song of Hope Church in one of the most ethnically diverse communities in the United States. 

]]> Aspire Church welcomes our friends and special guests, Justin and Kendal Adamson. The Adamsons are NAMB church planters sent out by Aspire Church San Marco to start a new church in Queens, New York. The Adamsons have a heart for sharing the Gospel and are following His call to reach the nations by planting the New Song of Hope Church in one of the most ethnically diverse communities in the United States. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12938788 Mon, 29 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2139 2023 22 full false The Ascension The Ascension Multiple ancient texts tell us that forty days after Jesus was raised from the dead, He ascended into heaven. But what exactly does that mean? If Jesus was victorious over sin, death, and the grave, why wouldn’t He have stayed with His followers in Jerusalem? Indeed, it would have been easier to convince a skeptical work of the truth of the resurrection if Jesus’ physical body was still walking around on earth. Join us as we explore Jesus’ ascension and what it teaches us about heaven, earth, being human, and God’s ultimate plan. 

]]> Multiple ancient texts tell us that forty days after Jesus was raised from the dead, He ascended into heaven. But what exactly does that mean? If Jesus was victorious over sin, death, and the grave, why wouldn’t He have stayed with His followers in Jerusalem? Indeed, it would have been easier to convince a skeptical work of the truth of the resurrection if Jesus’ physical body was still walking around on earth. Join us as we explore Jesus’ ascension and what it teaches us about heaven, earth, being human, and God’s ultimate plan. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12906116 Tue, 23 May 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2422 2023 21 full false God’s Amazing Grace Continues God’s Amazing Grace Continues Aspire welcomes our special guest, Bob Bumgarner. Bob currently serves as the Lead Missional Strategist of First Coast Churches (formerly known as Jacksonville Baptist Association). He has served as a Replant Pastor, Executive Pastor, and the Church Development Division Director of the Florida Baptist Convention. His passion is coaching churches to discover and do what God has called them to do where they are. Bob lives in the greater Jacksonville area with his wife, Tina. They enjoy living close to their adult children and their six awesome grandchildren!

]]> Aspire welcomes our special guest, Bob Bumgarner. Bob currently serves as the Lead Missional Strategist of First Coast Churches (formerly known as Jacksonville Baptist Association). He has served as a Replant Pastor, Executive Pastor, and the Church Development Division Director of the Florida Baptist Convention. His passion is coaching churches to discover and do what God has called them to do where they are. Bob lives in the greater Jacksonville area with his wife, Tina. They enjoy living close to their adult children and their six awesome grandchildren!

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12852588 Mon, 15 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1932 2023 20 full false Aspire! Aspire! The word “aspire” means to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal. Some people aspire to achieve power; some strive for wealth or fame. The apostle Paul’s greatest aspiration was to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. What is your greatest aspiration? Join us for a message exploring our church’s aspirations. 

]]> The word “aspire” means to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal. Some people aspire to achieve power; some strive for wealth or fame. The apostle Paul’s greatest aspiration was to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. What is your greatest aspiration? Join us for a message exploring our church’s aspirations. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12817041 Tue, 09 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2381 2023 19 full false Dear Theophilus Dear Theophilus Luke wasn’t one of Jesus’ twelve apostles. Nor was he among the larger multitude who witnessed Jesus’ life and ministry. He wasn’t even Jewish. Luke was a gentile and therefore considered an outsider. Yet this outsider came to believe in Jesus and contributed more pages to the New Testament than anyone else. Luke’s two volumes, the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, comprise 26% of the New Testament. While Luke’s writings have impacted millions, they were initially written as letters to one man. Join us for the conclusion of our journey through the Gospel of Luke as we consider how reaching the world begins when we reach the one.  

]]> Luke wasn’t one of Jesus’ twelve apostles. Nor was he among the larger multitude who witnessed Jesus’ life and ministry. He wasn’t even Jewish. Luke was a gentile and therefore considered an outsider. Yet this outsider came to believe in Jesus and contributed more pages to the New Testament than anyone else. Luke’s two volumes, the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, comprise 26% of the New Testament. While Luke’s writings have impacted millions, they were initially written as letters to one man. Join us for the conclusion of our journey through the Gospel of Luke as we consider how reaching the world begins when we reach the one.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12757436 Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1713 2023 18 full false Risen | Part 3 - From Complacency Risen | Part 3 - From Complacency Civil rights leader and Baptist preacher Benjamin Mays said, “The tragedy of life is often not in our failure, but rather in our complacency; not in our doing too much, but rather in our doing too little; not in our living above our ability, but rather in our living below our capacities.” Jesus warned His disciples against complacency, saying, “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Join us for the conclusion of Risen! where we will see how the resurrection calls us out of our complacency.

]]> Civil rights leader and Baptist preacher Benjamin Mays said, “The tragedy of life is often not in our failure, but rather in our complacency; not in our doing too much, but rather in our doing too little; not in our living above our ability, but rather in our living below our capacities.” Jesus warned His disciples against complacency, saying, “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Join us for the conclusion of Risen! where we will see how the resurrection calls us out of our complacency.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12711848 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2290 2023 17 full false Risen | Part 2 - From Disappointment Risen | Part 2 - From Disappointment Our greatest disappointments in life happen when our greatest hopes are unfulfilled. The closer we come to accomplishing our goals, the harder it is when we fail. It’s tough to endure a losing season, but losing the championship in overtime is devastating. Two thousand years ago, Jesus’ earliest followers had suffered the devastating disappointment of His arrest and crucifixion. This loss was so great that they nearly missed the miracle that was just about to happen. Join us as we celebrate the God who turns our greatest disappointments into our greatest victories.

]]> Our greatest disappointments in life happen when our greatest hopes are unfulfilled. The closer we come to accomplishing our goals, the harder it is when we fail. It’s tough to endure a losing season, but losing the championship in overtime is devastating. Two thousand years ago, Jesus’ earliest followers had suffered the devastating disappointment of His arrest and crucifixion. This loss was so great that they nearly missed the miracle that was just about to happen. Join us as we celebrate the God who turns our greatest disappointments into our greatest victories.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12666108 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2316 2023 16 full false Risen | Part 1 - From Doubt Risen | Part 1 - From Doubt The foundation for the Christian faith is not a philosophy or set of theological principles. The core of our faith doesn’t reside in a moral code or a series of ancient teachings. Even though Christians have shared convictions, theology, ethics, and a clear set of teachings, none of these define the essence of our faith. The truth and reliability of Christianity hinge on a single, verifiable historical event: the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. If Jesus didn’t rise from the dead, Christians would have nothing to offer and would be victims of the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on humanity. Join us for a three-part series exploring the Resurrection of Jesus and how that single event can lift us from doubt, despair, and complacency.

]]> The foundation for the Christian faith is not a philosophy or set of theological principles. The core of our faith doesn’t reside in a moral code or a series of ancient teachings. Even though Christians have shared convictions, theology, ethics, and a clear set of teachings, none of these define the essence of our faith. The truth and reliability of Christianity hinge on a single, verifiable historical event: the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. If Jesus didn’t rise from the dead, Christians would have nothing to offer and would be victims of the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on humanity. Join us for a three-part series exploring the Resurrection of Jesus and how that single event can lift us from doubt, despair, and complacency.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12620995 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2444 2023 15 full false The Joy Set Before Him | Part 4 - Choose This Day The Joy Set Before Him | Part 4 - Choose This Day The first “Choose Your Own Adventure” book was published in 1979. These books allowed readers to make important decisions for the story’s main character, and based on those decisions, there could be any number of outcomes to the story. As Luke tells the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, he introduces several key figures and the choices they faced on that fateful day. Join us for part 4 of The Joy Set Before Him as we explore the decisions we must face when considering the cross of Jesus Christ.

]]> The first “Choose Your Own Adventure” book was published in 1979. These books allowed readers to make important decisions for the story’s main character, and based on those decisions, there could be any number of outcomes to the story. As Luke tells the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, he introduces several key figures and the choices they faced on that fateful day. Join us for part 4 of The Joy Set Before Him as we explore the decisions we must face when considering the cross of Jesus Christ.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12523314 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1810 2023 13 full false The Joy Set Before Him | Part 3 - Adversaries, Critics, and a Fortunate Convict The Joy Set Before Him | Part 3 - Adversaries, Critics, and a Fortunate Convict We’ve all had to deal with them: those people who enjoy being critical about everything and everyone. People who are never satisfied and are constantly adversarial. You probably already have someone in mind. And while I may not know who that person is, I’m confident I know who it’s not. YOU. Hardly anyone believes himself to be too critical or adversarial. Throughout His ministry, and especially on His journey to the cross, Jesus faced adversaries and critics. Join us for part 3 of The Joy Set Before Him as we explore how even God’s adversaries can benefit from what Jesus did on the cross.

]]> We’ve all had to deal with them: those people who enjoy being critical about everything and everyone. People who are never satisfied and are constantly adversarial. You probably already have someone in mind. And while I may not know who that person is, I’m confident I know who it’s not. YOU. Hardly anyone believes himself to be too critical or adversarial. Throughout His ministry, and especially on His journey to the cross, Jesus faced adversaries and critics. Join us for part 3 of The Joy Set Before Him as we explore how even God’s adversaries can benefit from what Jesus did on the cross.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12473571 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 23:00:00 -0400 1709 2023 12 full false The Joy Set Before Him | Part 2 - Kill Joy The Joy Set Before Him | Part 2 - Kill Joy Perhaps the most surprising and puzzling of the seven deadly sins is the sin of acedia or slothfulness. We rarely hear the first word and often associate the second with slow-moving mammals living in South America’s rainforests. But as Jesus neared the cross and intensified His warnings to the disciples, this deadly sin is one to which He repeatedly referred. Join us for part two of The Joy Set Before Him as we discuss the reasons, results, and remedies for spiritual laziness.

]]> Perhaps the most surprising and puzzling of the seven deadly sins is the sin of acedia or slothfulness. We rarely hear the first word and often associate the second with slow-moving mammals living in South America’s rainforests. But as Jesus neared the cross and intensified His warnings to the disciples, this deadly sin is one to which He repeatedly referred. Join us for part two of The Joy Set Before Him as we discuss the reasons, results, and remedies for spiritual laziness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12429415 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2793 2023 11 full false The Joy Set Before Him | Part 1 - Setting the Table The Joy Set Before Him | Part 1 - Setting the Table In the hours leading up to His crucifixion, Jesus endured terrible suffering. He was abandoned by His friends, betrayed by one of His closest associates, falsely accused, and wrongfully convicted. After this, He was stripped, beaten, mocked, nailed to a Roman cross, and left to die. Even after almost 2,000 years, these well-documented historical events are still shocking. But what is perhaps more surprising still is how one first-century witness described the manner in which Jesus faced such horrific circumstances. “For the joy set before Him,” the writer of Hebrews said, Jesus “endured the cross, scorning its shame.” What joy could come out of the cross? Join us for five-part series exploring Luke 22-23, recounting Jesus’ journey to the cross. 

]]> In the hours leading up to His crucifixion, Jesus endured terrible suffering. He was abandoned by His friends, betrayed by one of His closest associates, falsely accused, and wrongfully convicted. After this, He was stripped, beaten, mocked, nailed to a Roman cross, and left to die. Even after almost 2,000 years, these well-documented historical events are still shocking. But what is perhaps more surprising still is how one first-century witness described the manner in which Jesus faced such horrific circumstances. “For the joy set before Him,” the writer of Hebrews said, Jesus “endured the cross, scorning its shame.” What joy could come out of the cross? Join us for five-part series exploring Luke 22-23, recounting Jesus’ journey to the cross. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12379439 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 18:00:00 -0500 2002 2023 10 full false Tipping Point | Part 7 - Warning Signs Tipping Point | Part 7 - Warning Signs People love a good conspiracy theory. Rumors of war and destruction have been passed around as long as there have been those willing to listen. People in first-century Jerusalem were certainly no exception. With political tensions rising and Roman soldiers standing guard, there was no shortage of prophets and prognosticators predicting open conflict between the Jews and the Romans. Jesus’ disciples had heard all the predictions before, but they weren’t prepared for what Jesus had to say on the subject. Join us for the conclusion of Tipping Point, where we hear Jesus describe the end of religion as we know it.

]]> People love a good conspiracy theory. Rumors of war and destruction have been passed around as long as there have been those willing to listen. People in first-century Jerusalem were certainly no exception. With political tensions rising and Roman soldiers standing guard, there was no shortage of prophets and prognosticators predicting open conflict between the Jews and the Romans. Jesus’ disciples had heard all the predictions before, but they weren’t prepared for what Jesus had to say on the subject. Join us for the conclusion of Tipping Point, where we hear Jesus describe the end of religion as we know it.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12339294 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2307 2023 9 full false Tipping Point | Part 6 - Follow the Money Tipping Point | Part 6 - Follow the Money Studies show that money is behind ninety percent of the crimes committed in the United States. Perhaps that is why the first law of detective work is to “follow the money.” For good or for evil, money is one of the strongest motivators known to man. Jesus certainly believed this to be the case. Perhaps that is why He talked more about money than about heaven and hell combined. Join us for part six of Tipping Point, where Jesus points to the dangers of greed and the power of generosity. 

]]> Studies show that money is behind ninety percent of the crimes committed in the United States. Perhaps that is why the first law of detective work is to “follow the money.” For good or for evil, money is one of the strongest motivators known to man. Jesus certainly believed this to be the case. Perhaps that is why He talked more about money than about heaven and hell combined. Join us for part six of Tipping Point, where Jesus points to the dangers of greed and the power of generosity. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12288784 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0500 2636 2023 8 full false Tipping Point | Part 5 - Setting the Trap Tipping Point | Part 5 - Setting the Trap When life approaches a tipping point, the decision-making process can feel overwhelming. Simple choices become more complex as every decision we make has the potential to instigate significant change. As Jesus entered Jerusalem, the religious leaders were at a tipping point. How they responded to Jesus could incite the people to riot or lead to war with the mighty Roman Empire. Join us for part five of Tipping Point, where Pastor Gary explores three questions every follower of Jesus should ask when approaching a tipping point. 

]]> When life approaches a tipping point, the decision-making process can feel overwhelming. Simple choices become more complex as every decision we make has the potential to instigate significant change. As Jesus entered Jerusalem, the religious leaders were at a tipping point. How they responded to Jesus could incite the people to riot or lead to war with the mighty Roman Empire. Join us for part five of Tipping Point, where Pastor Gary explores three questions every follower of Jesus should ask when approaching a tipping point. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12236566 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2423 2023 7 full false Tipping Point | Part 4 - Flashpoint Tipping Point | Part 4 - Flashpoint William Ernest Henley’s classic poem, Invictus, ends with the declaration, “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” Frank Sinatra captures the same conviction in his popular song, “I Did It My Way.” Both texts celebrate human independence and self-determination. But the famous poet is dead, and the crooner is no more. Are we ultimately in control of our own lives and destinies, or are our attempts at self-determination evidence of rebellion against our true Master and Commander? Join us for part 4 of Tipping Point, where we will explore Jesus’ parable about the rebellious tenants.  

]]> William Ernest Henley’s classic poem, Invictus, ends with the declaration, “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” Frank Sinatra captures the same conviction in his popular song, “I Did It My Way.” Both texts celebrate human independence and self-determination. But the famous poet is dead, and the crooner is no more. Are we ultimately in control of our own lives and destinies, or are our attempts at self-determination evidence of rebellion against our true Master and Commander? Join us for part 4 of Tipping Point, where we will explore Jesus’ parable about the rebellious tenants.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12236552 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2118 2023 6 full false Tipping Point | Part 3 - Parade Tipping Point | Part 3 - Parade Americans are fascinated with royalty, which is ironic since our nation was founded on the idea that “all men are created equal” and that government should be “of the people, by the people, for the people.” But a glance at the tabloids in any check-out line in America reveals our interest in the royal family we once overthrew. Our fables, literature, and movies point to a deep human desire to find and follow a king. Join us for part 3 of Tipping Point, where we explore Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem to discover how the once and future King has made Himself known to us.

]]> Americans are fascinated with royalty, which is ironic since our nation was founded on the idea that “all men are created equal” and that government should be “of the people, by the people, for the people.” But a glance at the tabloids in any check-out line in America reveals our interest in the royal family we once overthrew. Our fables, literature, and movies point to a deep human desire to find and follow a king. Join us for part 3 of Tipping Point, where we explore Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem to discover how the once and future King has made Himself known to us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12236546 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2132 2023 5 full false Tipping Point | Part 2 - The Great Gambit Tipping Point | Part 2 - The Great Gambit As Jesus made His way to Jerusalem, He told an unusual story about a man who journeyed to receive for himself a kingdom. While he was away, he left his servants in charge of his affairs. But the man’s servants didn’t want their master as king, so some of the servants were not good stewards of their master’s resources. Join us for part two of Tipping Point, where we will see how our use of time and treasure reflects the king we’ve chosen to serve.

]]> As Jesus made His way to Jerusalem, He told an unusual story about a man who journeyed to receive for himself a kingdom. While he was away, he left his servants in charge of his affairs. But the man’s servants didn’t want their master as king, so some of the servants were not good stewards of their master’s resources. Join us for part two of Tipping Point, where we will see how our use of time and treasure reflects the king we’ve chosen to serve.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12095896 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 2192 2023 4 full false Tipping Point | Part 1 - Out on a Limb Tipping Point | Part 1 - Out on a Limb There is a point at which a series of small incidents suddenly breaks through to accomplish a major change. This “Tipping Point,” as it is called, may seem to happen suddenly but always comes about because of a number of seemingly insignificant incremental events. Think of a house of cards; there is always one final card that instigates the Tipping Point, but the weight of all the cards ultimately brings down the house. As Jesus made His way to Jerusalem, His ministry reached a Tipping Point. The political and religious establishments could no longer ignore Jesus and His radical claims about the Kingdom of God, and soon, His disciples would no longer be able to ignore the reality of what He came to do. Join us for a sermon series exploring Luke 19 and 20 as we consider how the life of Jesus still leads each of us to a Tipping Point.  

]]> There is a point at which a series of small incidents suddenly breaks through to accomplish a major change. This “Tipping Point,” as it is called, may seem to happen suddenly but always comes about because of a number of seemingly insignificant incremental events. Think of a house of cards; there is always one final card that instigates the Tipping Point, but the weight of all the cards ultimately brings down the house. As Jesus made His way to Jerusalem, His ministry reached a Tipping Point. The political and religious establishments could no longer ignore Jesus and His radical claims about the Kingdom of God, and soon, His disciples would no longer be able to ignore the reality of what He came to do. Join us for a sermon series exploring Luke 19 and 20 as we consider how the life of Jesus still leads each of us to a Tipping Point.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12063852 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 2157 2023 3 full false Aspire For Joy | Part 2 - The Joy of Service Worship Aspire For Joy | Part 2 - The Joy of Service Worship Society tends to associate happiness with getting something. But several studies show that people who invest their time in serving the needs of others tend to be more satisfied, less depressed, and experience greater joy. The Bible made the connection between joy and serving long before the first clinical study. Join us for a message from Psalm 100, where we will learn how to find joy in service.

]]> Society tends to associate happiness with getting something. But several studies show that people who invest their time in serving the needs of others tend to be more satisfied, less depressed, and experience greater joy. The Bible made the connection between joy and serving long before the first clinical study. Join us for a message from Psalm 100, where we will learn how to find joy in service.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-12005122 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0500 2292 2023 2 full false Aspire For Joy | Part 1 - Joy Defined Aspire For Joy | Part 1 - Joy Defined Joy is a difficult word to define. Most people associate it with happiness, but the Bible clearly teaches that joy is not an emotion. Joy does not depend on our circumstances but is rather a choice. In fact, the most repeated command in the Bible is to “rejoice!” But how can we obey that command in a world filled with so much pain and brokenness? Join us on New Year’s Day as Pastor Gary explores the biblical definition of joy. 

]]> Joy is a difficult word to define. Most people associate it with happiness, but the Bible clearly teaches that joy is not an emotion. Joy does not depend on our circumstances but is rather a choice. In fact, the most repeated command in the Bible is to “rejoice!” But how can we obey that command in a world filled with so much pain and brokenness? Join us on New Year’s Day as Pastor Gary explores the biblical definition of joy. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11960050 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1827 2023 1 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 6 - Welcome to the Family! The Family Christmas Tree | Part 6 - Welcome to the Family! People love adoption stories. The bonds of new relationships can be strengthened by the bitterness and pain of what has been broken before. There is also something about the choice inherent in the adoption process that speaks to a deep human need. We want to believe that we have been chosen and that our existence isn’t an accident or mistake. Join us for the concluding message of The Family Christmas Tree where we will discover how the birth of Jesus resulted in our adoption into God’s family. 

]]> People love adoption stories. The bonds of new relationships can be strengthened by the bitterness and pain of what has been broken before. There is also something about the choice inherent in the adoption process that speaks to a deep human need. We want to believe that we have been chosen and that our existence isn’t an accident or mistake. Join us for the concluding message of The Family Christmas Tree where we will discover how the birth of Jesus resulted in our adoption into God’s family. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11947738 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1491 2022 50 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 5 - Mary, the Mother of Jesus The Family Christmas Tree | Part 5 - Mary, the Mother of Jesus Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11939219 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0500 1715 2022 49 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 4 - Fathers Who Step In The Family Christmas Tree | Part 4 - Fathers Who Step In Four out of every ten children born in America are born to single mothers. Most of these children will grow up with a lack of positive male influences in their lives. Mary was single when she got word that she would give birth to Jesus. And like many children, Jesus would have been the child of a single mother, except for the obedience of a humble carpenter named Joseph. Join us for part four of The Family Christmas Tree where we will explore the life of Joseph, the father-who-stepped-in. 

]]> Four out of every ten children born in America are born to single mothers. Most of these children will grow up with a lack of positive male influences in their lives. Mary was single when she got word that she would give birth to Jesus. And like many children, Jesus would have been the child of a single mother, except for the obedience of a humble carpenter named Joseph. Join us for part four of The Family Christmas Tree where we will explore the life of Joseph, the father-who-stepped-in. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11893326 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2193 2022 48 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 3 - Blood Brothers The Family Christmas Tree | Part 3 - Blood Brothers The New Testament writers tell us that Jesus had brothers and sisters. And, like many siblings, Jesus’ relationship with His brothers was a lifelong challenge. Join us for part three of The Family Christmas Tree, where we will explore Jesus’ relationship with His brothers and how His unwavering love for them changed their lives and eternities. 

]]> The New Testament writers tell us that Jesus had brothers and sisters. And, like many siblings, Jesus’ relationship with His brothers was a lifelong challenge. Join us for part three of The Family Christmas Tree, where we will explore Jesus’ relationship with His brothers and how His unwavering love for them changed their lives and eternities. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11856686 Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2004 2022 47 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 2 - Cousins The Family Christmas Tree | Part 2 - Cousins Cousins are often our first and most enduring friends. The family ties may not be as strong as those of siblings, but a bond between cousins can hold an extended family together. Before the shepherds and angels, before the inn and wise men, Jesus’ story begins with a story about His cousins. Join us for part two of The Family Christmas Tree where we will learn that families should be patient in doubt, hopeful in adversity, and constant in prayer. 

]]> Cousins are often our first and most enduring friends. The family ties may not be as strong as those of siblings, but a bond between cousins can hold an extended family together. Before the shepherds and angels, before the inn and wise men, Jesus’ story begins with a story about His cousins. Join us for part two of The Family Christmas Tree where we will learn that families should be patient in doubt, hopeful in adversity, and constant in prayer. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11812363 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0500 2385 2022 46 full false The Family Christmas Tree | Part 1 - Splinters and Knot Holes The Family Christmas Tree | Part 1 - Splinters and Knot Holes The family Christmas tree is a staple in most homes.  And just like the families who set them up, Christmas trees come in all shapes, styles, and sizes.  Some are fancy and color-coordinated, while others are filled with a hodgepodge of homemade ornaments.  Jesus, though He was God, was nonetheless born into a family. And like any other family, Jesus’ family faced many of the same problems all families face.  Join us each Sunday this Advent as we consider The Family Christmas Tree of Jesus.   

]]> The family Christmas tree is a staple in most homes.  And just like the families who set them up, Christmas trees come in all shapes, styles, and sizes.  Some are fancy and color-coordinated, while others are filled with a hodgepodge of homemade ornaments.  Jesus, though He was God, was nonetheless born into a family. And like any other family, Jesus’ family faced many of the same problems all families face.  Join us each Sunday this Advent as we consider The Family Christmas Tree of Jesus.   

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11769107 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 2210 2022 45 full false Experiencing God | Part 8 - Celebration Sunday! Experiencing God | Part 8 - Celebration Sunday! As we wrap up our Experiencing God sermon series, we turn our attention to how we, as a church, are responding to God’s invitation to join Him and His work.

]]> As we wrap up our Experiencing God sermon series, we turn our attention to how we, as a church, are responding to God’s invitation to join Him and His work.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11732190 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 2144 2022 45 full false Experiencing God | Part 7 - Knowing God Experiencing God | Part 7 - Knowing God There is a difference between knowing about someone and knowing someone personally. You can read a person’s biography to learn facts about that individual, but that isn’t the same as having a relationship with them. This also applies to knowing God. Reading the Bible and participating in religious activities may help you learn more about God, but that is not the same as knowing God. Join us for part seven of Experiencing God where we will learn that we only come to know God by experience as we obey Him, and He accomplishes His work through us.

]]> There is a difference between knowing about someone and knowing someone personally. You can read a person’s biography to learn facts about that individual, but that isn’t the same as having a relationship with them. This also applies to knowing God. Reading the Bible and participating in religious activities may help you learn more about God, but that is not the same as knowing God. Join us for part seven of Experiencing God where we will learn that we only come to know God by experience as we obey Him, and He accomplishes His work through us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11685250 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2436 2022 44 full false Experiencing God | Part 6 - The Great Adjustment Experiencing God | Part 6 - The Great Adjustment Any time God calls you to join Him and His work, you can be sure that you will face a crisis of belief. That crisis will always require faith and action as you make major adjustments in your life to join God in what He is doing. From the earliest stories in the Bible to its final pages, we see examples of people standing at the crossroads of doubt and faith. Some heard God’s invitation and adjusted their lives to follow Him, while others listened to the invitation and refused to make the necessary changes. Join us for part 6 of Experiencing God, where we will compare two men who both heard God’s invitation but made very different choices.  

]]> Any time God calls you to join Him and His work, you can be sure that you will face a crisis of belief. That crisis will always require faith and action as you make major adjustments in your life to join God in what He is doing. From the earliest stories in the Bible to its final pages, we see examples of people standing at the crossroads of doubt and faith. Some heard God’s invitation and adjusted their lives to follow Him, while others listened to the invitation and refused to make the necessary changes. Join us for part 6 of Experiencing God, where we will compare two men who both heard God’s invitation but made very different choices.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11641192 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2152 2022 43 full false Experiencing God | Part 5 - The Crisis of Belief Experiencing God | Part 5 - The Crisis of Belief Have you ever heard the phrase, “time to fish or cut bait”? It describes that moment when a decision must be made. You will either put your line in the water to fish or sit in the boat and cut bait for those who do. Whenever God invites us to join Him and His work, we face a “fish or cut bait” moment. What we do in response to God’s invitation will reveal what we truly believe about God. Join us for part five of Experiencing God, where we will see how God’s invitation to Queen Esther led her to a crisis of belief that required faith and action.  


]]> Have you ever heard the phrase, “time to fish or cut bait”? It describes that moment when a decision must be made. You will either put your line in the water to fish or sit in the boat and cut bait for those who do. Whenever God invites us to join Him and His work, we face a “fish or cut bait” moment. What we do in response to God’s invitation will reveal what we truly believe about God. Join us for part five of Experiencing God, where we will see how God’s invitation to Queen Esther led her to a crisis of belief that required faith and action.  


]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11595681 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1942 2022 42 full false Experiencing God | Part 4 - God Speaks Experiencing God | Part 4 - God Speaks Have you ever read the Bible and asked yourself why God spoke in such obvious ways then, but not today? Could it be that God is still speaking in obvious ways, but that we simply aren’t listening? Join us for part four of Experiencing God where we will learn that God speaks by the Holy Spirit through the Bible, prayer, circumstances, and the church to reveal Himself, His purposes, and His ways. 

]]> Have you ever read the Bible and asked yourself why God spoke in such obvious ways then, but not today? Could it be that God is still speaking in obvious ways, but that we simply aren’t listening? Join us for part four of Experiencing God where we will learn that God speaks by the Holy Spirit through the Bible, prayer, circumstances, and the church to reveal Himself, His purposes, and His ways. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11552045 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2348 2022 41 full false Experiencing God | Part 3 - Invitation Experiencing God | Part 3 - Invitation Have you ever experienced holy discontent? A strong feeling that something was not what it should or could be? Throughout history, God has used such feelings to invite people to become involved with Him and His work. Join us for part three of Experiencing God, where we will see how a holy discontent moved a man named Nehemiah to leave a very comfortable and secure life to join God in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. 

]]> Have you ever experienced holy discontent? A strong feeling that something was not what it should or could be? Throughout history, God has used such feelings to invite people to become involved with Him and His work. Join us for part three of Experiencing God, where we will see how a holy discontent moved a man named Nehemiah to leave a very comfortable and secure life to join God in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11509643 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1713 2022 40 full false Experiencing God | Part 2 - God’s Pursuit Experiencing God | Part 2 - God’s Pursuit Some people do not believe in God at all, or they do not believe Him to be a personal God who intervenes in our day-to-day existence. Other people believe in God but think they must work to find and understand Him. But the Bible tells a very different story. Throughout the Bible, we learn that God is the one pursuing us. Join us for part two of Experiencing God, where we will learn that God pursues a love relationship with us that is real and personal.

]]> Some people do not believe in God at all, or they do not believe Him to be a personal God who intervenes in our day-to-day existence. Other people believe in God but think they must work to find and understand Him. But the Bible tells a very different story. Throughout the Bible, we learn that God is the one pursuing us. Join us for part two of Experiencing God, where we will learn that God pursues a love relationship with us that is real and personal.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11466345 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2182 2022 39 full false Experiencing God | Part 1 - God Is Working! Experiencing God | Part 1 - God Is Working! God is always working.  Before we can even begin to understand God’s will and the part He is calling us to play in it, we must first know that He has already started the work.  Join us for part one of Experiencing God, where we will be challenged to ask the questions, where is God already at work, and how can I join Him there? 

]]> God is always working.  Before we can even begin to understand God’s will and the part He is calling us to play in it, we must first know that He has already started the work.  Join us for part one of Experiencing God, where we will be challenged to ask the questions, where is God already at work, and how can I join Him there? 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11423649 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2264 2022 38 full false Experiencing God | Intro - Knowing and Doing the Will of God Experiencing God | Intro - Knowing and Doing the Will of God Some people spend their entire lives trying to understand God’s will for their lives. But what if that is the wrong pursuit? What if knowing and doing the will of God is about something far more significant than just you and your life? Join us for the introduction of Experiencing God, where we will overview the seven realities of experiencing God through the life of Moses. 

]]> Some people spend their entire lives trying to understand God’s will for their lives. But what if that is the wrong pursuit? What if knowing and doing the will of God is about something far more significant than just you and your life? Join us for the introduction of Experiencing God, where we will overview the seven realities of experiencing God through the life of Moses. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11381357 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2218 2022 37 full false Straws, Hoses, and Ghostwriters Straws, Hoses, and Ghostwriters “What is God’s will for my life?” This question has occurred to most people at some point in their lives. But what if that is the wrong question? What if, while pursuing God’s will for “my life,” we have missed the more significant thing God is doing? Join us for a message from John 15, where we will learn the difference between straws and garden hoses and how ghostwriters might be the key to understanding God’s will.

]]> “What is God’s will for my life?” This question has occurred to most people at some point in their lives. But what if that is the wrong question? What if, while pursuing God’s will for “my life,” we have missed the more significant thing God is doing? Join us for a message from John 15, where we will learn the difference between straws and garden hoses and how ghostwriters might be the key to understanding God’s will.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11339527 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2188 2022 36 full false Kingdom People | Part 3 - Blind Faith Kingdom People | Part 3 - Blind Faith The ability to see with the eye does not necessarily equate to spiritual insight. In fact, physical sight may be the thing that often keeps us from seeing God, His purposes, and His ways. Join us for the final message in Kingdom People, where we will meet a blind man who could see what Jesus’ disciples could not.

]]> The ability to see with the eye does not necessarily equate to spiritual insight. In fact, physical sight may be the thing that often keeps us from seeing God, His purposes, and His ways. Join us for the final message in Kingdom People, where we will meet a blind man who could see what Jesus’ disciples could not.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11299204 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2624 2022 35 full false Kingdom People | Part 2 - The Young and the Restless Kingdom People | Part 2 - The Young and the Restless The innocence of a newborn is both beautiful and dangerous. Beautiful because it offers us a fading glimpse of purity. Dangerous because a baby is helpless and entirely dependent. Jesus once told His disciples that unless they entered the Kingdom like an infant, they would never get in. This raised more than a few questions among His followers. Join us for part two of Kingdom People, where we will learn the difference between the young and the restless. 

]]> The innocence of a newborn is both beautiful and dangerous. Beautiful because it offers us a fading glimpse of purity. Dangerous because a baby is helpless and entirely dependent. Jesus once told His disciples that unless they entered the Kingdom like an infant, they would never get in. This raised more than a few questions among His followers. Join us for part two of Kingdom People, where we will learn the difference between the young and the restless. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11258632 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2081 2022 34 full false Kingdom People | Part 1 - The Widow and the Tax Collector  Kingdom People | Part 1 - The Widow and the Tax Collector  Have you ever had an unanswered prayer? Is there something for which you have finally stopped praying? Have you ever felt unworthy to approach God in prayer? Join us for part one of Kingdom People, where we will meet two unlikely prayer warriors who teach us the power of persistent, humble prayer.  

]]> Have you ever had an unanswered prayer? Is there something for which you have finally stopped praying? Have you ever felt unworthy to approach God in prayer? Join us for part one of Kingdom People, where we will meet two unlikely prayer warriors who teach us the power of persistent, humble prayer.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11217247 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2100 2022 34 full false Kingdom Values | Part 3 - Vigilance Kingdom Values | Part 3 - Vigilance There are hundreds of examples of failed doomsday predictions. From apocalyptic Christian novels to forecasts of environmental Armageddon, religious and irreligious people alike have spent centuries speculating how the world will end. And while the Bible has a lot to say about this, the interpretations of those passages are among the most controversial. Join us for part three of Kingdom Values, where we will learn the importance of Kingdom vigilance. 

]]> There are hundreds of examples of failed doomsday predictions. From apocalyptic Christian novels to forecasts of environmental Armageddon, religious and irreligious people alike have spent centuries speculating how the world will end. And while the Bible has a lot to say about this, the interpretations of those passages are among the most controversial. Join us for part three of Kingdom Values, where we will learn the importance of Kingdom vigilance. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11175192 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 18:00:00 -0400 2303 2022 33 full false Pray for Ukraine Pray for Ukraine Today we will learn more about how God is working in the midst of the war in Ukraine and how we, as His church, can join Him in that work.

]]> Today we will learn more about how God is working in the midst of the war in Ukraine and how we, as His church, can join Him in that work.

]]> Mike Domke Buzzsprout-11140946 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2287 2022 32 full false Kingdom Values | Part 2 - Gratitude Kingdom Values | Part 2 - Gratitude Ralph Waldo Emerson said that we should “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.”  Of course, this idea was not original to Ralph. The Bible is filled with admonitions to be grateful. Why is gratitude an essential virtue for citizens of God's Kingdom? Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Virtues, where we will see how gratitude regulates expectations, fosters humility, and fuels worship. 

]]> Ralph Waldo Emerson said that we should “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.”  Of course, this idea was not original to Ralph. The Bible is filled with admonitions to be grateful. Why is gratitude an essential virtue for citizens of God's Kingdom? Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Virtues, where we will see how gratitude regulates expectations, fosters humility, and fuels worship. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11101186 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2219 2022 31 full false Kingdom Values | Part 1 - Humility Kingdom Values | Part 1 - Humility Humility may be the most elusive of all virtues. Just ask the man who wrote the book entitled, Humility and How I Achieved It!  C.S. Lewis said humility is not thinking less of yourself but is thinking of yourself less.  That is what Jesus did when He humbled Himself and took on the form of a servant.  Join us for the first of a three-part series exploring Kingdom Virtues, where we will discover the power of humility. 

]]> Humility may be the most elusive of all virtues. Just ask the man who wrote the book entitled, Humility and How I Achieved It!  C.S. Lewis said humility is not thinking less of yourself but is thinking of yourself less.  That is what Jesus did when He humbled Himself and took on the form of a servant.  Join us for the first of a three-part series exploring Kingdom Virtues, where we will discover the power of humility. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11057025 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2109 2022 30 full false Kingdom Economics | Part 3 - Kingdom Forecast Kingdom Economics | Part 3 - Kingdom Forecast One of Jesus’ most troubling parables involves a rich man and Lazarus and the great reversal that happens after they die.  What does this story tell us about heaven and hell? What does it have to say about life before death and the impact our investments now (or lack thereof) will have on us then? Join us for part three of Kingdom Economics as we explore the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus.

]]> One of Jesus’ most troubling parables involves a rich man and Lazarus and the great reversal that happens after they die.  What does this story tell us about heaven and hell? What does it have to say about life before death and the impact our investments now (or lack thereof) will have on us then? Join us for part three of Kingdom Economics as we explore the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-11019141 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2276 2022 29 full false Kingdom Economics | Part 2 - Kingdom Fidelity Kingdom Economics | Part 2 - Kingdom Fidelity What does it mean to be faithful? Most of us define it based on what we expect from others – our spouse, co-works, boss, and friends.  But when Jesus talked about faithfulness, it was a call to personal responsibility.  According to Jesus, faithfulness in all things is defined by faith in the small stuff. Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Economics, where we will learn about the power of fidelity.  

]]> What does it mean to be faithful? Most of us define it based on what we expect from others – our spouse, co-works, boss, and friends.  But when Jesus talked about faithfulness, it was a call to personal responsibility.  According to Jesus, faithfulness in all things is defined by faith in the small stuff. Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Economics, where we will learn about the power of fidelity.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10981067 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2610 2022 28 full false Kingdom: Economics | Part 1 - Lessons from a Conman Kingdom: Economics | Part 1 - Lessons from a Conman What does it mean to be faithful? Most of us define it based on what we expect from others – our spouse, co-works, boss, and friends.  But when Jesus talked about faithfulness, it was a call to personal responsibility.  According to Jesus, faithfulness in all things is defined by faith in the small stuff. Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Economics, where we will learn about the power of fidelity.  

]]> What does it mean to be faithful? Most of us define it based on what we expect from others – our spouse, co-works, boss, and friends.  But when Jesus talked about faithfulness, it was a call to personal responsibility.  According to Jesus, faithfulness in all things is defined by faith in the small stuff. Join us for part 2 of Kingdom Economics, where we will learn about the power of fidelity.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10956585 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1909 2022 27 full false Prodigals | Part 4 - Coming Home Prodigals | Part 4 - Coming Home There is something elusive about the place we call “home.”  Some have even said that you can never really go there -- that the ideal home is beyond human reach. If that is so, it only reminds us that God has designed us for a different home.  Join us for the final message in Prodigals as we explore what it will be like to finally go home.

]]> There is something elusive about the place we call “home.”  Some have even said that you can never really go there -- that the ideal home is beyond human reach. If that is so, it only reminds us that God has designed us for a different home.  Join us for the final message in Prodigals as we explore what it will be like to finally go home.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10917187 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:00:00 -0400 2213 2022 26 full false Prodigals | Part 3 - Two Brothers Prodigals | Part 3 - Two Brothers Debts are never truly forgiven, they are always paid. A person with a debt is expected to repay that debt to the lender. If that lender “forgives” the debt, the debtor is only free because the lender has paid a price. Forgiveness always comes with a price tag. Join us for part two of Prodigals where we will explore the cost of forgiveness.

]]> Debts are never truly forgiven, they are always paid. A person with a debt is expected to repay that debt to the lender. If that lender “forgives” the debt, the debtor is only free because the lender has paid a price. Forgiveness always comes with a price tag. Join us for part two of Prodigals where we will explore the cost of forgiveness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10870454 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1763 2022 25 full false Prodigals | Part 2 - Paying the Price Prodigals | Part 2 - Paying the Price Debts are never truly forgiven, they are always paid. A person with a debt is expected to repay that debt to the lender. If that lender “forgives” the debt, the debtor is only free because the lender has paid a price. Forgiveness always comes with a price tag. Join us for part two of Prodigals where we will explore the cost of forgiveness. 

]]> Debts are never truly forgiven, they are always paid. A person with a debt is expected to repay that debt to the lender. If that lender “forgives” the debt, the debtor is only free because the lender has paid a price. Forgiveness always comes with a price tag. Join us for part two of Prodigals where we will explore the cost of forgiveness. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10822395 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2066 2022 24 full false Prodigals | Part 1 - Lost, Found, and What Lies Between Prodigals | Part 1 - Lost, Found, and What Lies Between Jesus was an incredible storyteller. Perhaps His most famous story is that of a son who, after squandering his father’s fortune, returned home hoping to end his days as a servant in his father’s house. The story doesn’t end the way the young man planned. The father’s response is so shocking that this story continues to be told two thousand years later. Join us for a three-part series exploring the story of the prodigal son, his prodigal father, and our Prodigal God.  

]]> Jesus was an incredible storyteller. Perhaps His most famous story is that of a son who, after squandering his father’s fortune, returned home hoping to end his days as a servant in his father’s house. The story doesn’t end the way the young man planned. The father’s response is so shocking that this story continues to be told two thousand years later. Join us for a three-part series exploring the story of the prodigal son, his prodigal father, and our Prodigal God.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10797531 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1418 2022 23 full false The Great Reversal | Part 6 - Reversal Psychology The Great Reversal | Part 6 - Reversal Psychology Have you ever tried to use reverse psychology on someone? Has anyone ever tried to use it on you? Changing someone’s mind can be the hardest thing to change. When Jesus described what it means to be His disciple, He was contradicting thousands of years of religious teachings. Still today, many who claim to follow Jesus haven’t fully embraced what it means to be His disciple. Join us for the final message of The Great Reversal where we will learn the difference between accompanying Jesus and following Him. 

]]> Have you ever tried to use reverse psychology on someone? Has anyone ever tried to use it on you? Changing someone’s mind can be the hardest thing to change. When Jesus described what it means to be His disciple, He was contradicting thousands of years of religious teachings. Still today, many who claim to follow Jesus haven’t fully embraced what it means to be His disciple. Join us for the final message of The Great Reversal where we will learn the difference between accompanying Jesus and following Him. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10740863 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 17:00:00 -0400 2193 2022 22 full false Twelve Stones Twelve Stones Darren Sides Buzzsprout-10725901 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2038 2022 21 full false The Great Reversal | Part 5 - Reverse Discrimination The Great Reversal | Part 5 - Reverse Discrimination  Discrimination has been a part of our world since the fall.  Whether based on class, ethnicity, economics, gender, or race there have always been those who have discriminated against the “others.”  Surely one of the great hopes of God’s Kingdom must be that it will be a place free of discrimination.  Join us for part 5 of The Great Reversal to hear how Jesus described the reverse discrimination of His Father’s Kingdom.  

]]>  Discrimination has been a part of our world since the fall.  Whether based on class, ethnicity, economics, gender, or race there have always been those who have discriminated against the “others.”  Surely one of the great hopes of God’s Kingdom must be that it will be a place free of discrimination.  Join us for part 5 of The Great Reversal to hear how Jesus described the reverse discrimination of His Father’s Kingdom.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10674164 Tue, 24 May 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2455 2022 20 full false The Great Reversal | Part 4 - Reverse Order The Great Reversal | Part 4 - Reverse Order  Have you ever had a ticket for an event, but been unable to get to that event on time? It is possible to have access to something without taking the opportunity your access affords. Join us for part 4 of The Great Reversal where we explore how Jesus reverses the order for those awaiting access to His Kingdom. 

]]>  Have you ever had a ticket for an event, but been unable to get to that event on time? It is possible to have access to something without taking the opportunity your access affords. Join us for part 4 of The Great Reversal where we explore how Jesus reverses the order for those awaiting access to His Kingdom. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10621498 Sun, 15 May 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1695 2022 19 full false The Great Reversal | Part 3 - Reversing the Curse The Great Reversal | Part 3 - Reversing the Curse Have you ever been overwhelmed by the need? Have you ever felt hopeless because the obstacles just seemed too big to overcome? Have you ever thought, “What difference can one person make?” Throughout Jesus’ ministry, He not only reversed the curse of sin and brokenness, He invited His followers to do the same. But exactly how are we supposed to do that? Join us for part 3 of The Great Reversal where we will learn three important questions we must answer if we are going to reverse the curse. 

]]> Have you ever been overwhelmed by the need? Have you ever felt hopeless because the obstacles just seemed too big to overcome? Have you ever thought, “What difference can one person make?” Throughout Jesus’ ministry, He not only reversed the curse of sin and brokenness, He invited His followers to do the same. But exactly how are we supposed to do that? Join us for part 3 of The Great Reversal where we will learn three important questions we must answer if we are going to reverse the curse. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10585567 Mon, 09 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400 2090 2022 18 full false The Great Reversal | Part 2 - Reverse Course The Great Reversal | Part 2 - Reverse Course If you’ve ever missed an exit ramp on an interstate, then you know the frustration of driving in the wrong direction just to get to an exit that will allow you to turn around. When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is calling us to reverse course. Join us for part two of The Great Reversal where we will explore the need, motivation, and results of living life in reverse.  

]]> If you’ve ever missed an exit ramp on an interstate, then you know the frustration of driving in the wrong direction just to get to an exit that will allow you to turn around. When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is calling us to reverse course. Join us for part two of The Great Reversal where we will explore the need, motivation, and results of living life in reverse.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10538075 Sun, 01 May 2022 17:00:00 -0400 2489 2022 17 full false The Great Reversal | Part 1 - Reversal of Fortunes The Great Reversal | Part 1 - Reversal of Fortunes Everyone loves a good rag-to-riches story. The poor high school athlete who gets a big scholarship and goes pro, the kid from a small town who makes it big in Hollywood, or the single mom who successfully launches a multi-million-dollar business from her kitchen table. These stories inspire us to believe that our lives can change for the better. Jesus’ entire ministry was based on great reversals. Everywhere He went, He reversed people’s lives --restoring sight to the blind, causing the lame to walk, and the dead to rise.  But Jesus’ greatest reversal changed the world. Join us as we explore Luke 12-14 to learn how Jesus turns everything around. 

]]> Everyone loves a good rag-to-riches story. The poor high school athlete who gets a big scholarship and goes pro, the kid from a small town who makes it big in Hollywood, or the single mom who successfully launches a multi-million-dollar business from her kitchen table. These stories inspire us to believe that our lives can change for the better. Jesus’ entire ministry was based on great reversals. Everywhere He went, He reversed people’s lives --restoring sight to the blind, causing the lame to walk, and the dead to rise.  But Jesus’ greatest reversal changed the world. Join us as we explore Luke 12-14 to learn how Jesus turns everything around. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10517017 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400 2469 2022 16 full false Revolution | Part 7 - V-E Day! Revolution | Part 7 - V-E Day! May 8, 1945 is known as Victory in Europe or V-E Day. That is the date that the allied forces defeated the Nazi war machine bringing an end to WWII in Europe. For 77 years, Europe remained free from military conflict, but that call came to a sudden end in 2022 with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These tragic events serve to remind us that permanent peace remains elusive. No political, military, or diplomatic efforts have been able to produce permanent peace. But long before V-E Day, there was another day of victory. A day known to many as the first Easter.  It was on this V-E (Victory on Easter) Day that Jesus ultimately and finally ended our war with sin and ransomed us from hell. Join us on April 17 as we celebrate the ultimate V-E Day!  

]]> May 8, 1945 is known as Victory in Europe or V-E Day. That is the date that the allied forces defeated the Nazi war machine bringing an end to WWII in Europe. For 77 years, Europe remained free from military conflict, but that call came to a sudden end in 2022 with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These tragic events serve to remind us that permanent peace remains elusive. No political, military, or diplomatic efforts have been able to produce permanent peace. But long before V-E Day, there was another day of victory. A day known to many as the first Easter.  It was on this V-E (Victory on Easter) Day that Jesus ultimately and finally ended our war with sin and ransomed us from hell. Join us on April 17 as we celebrate the ultimate V-E Day!  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10453400 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2032 2022 15 full false Revolution | Part 6 - The Battle of Golgotha Revolution | Part 6 - The Battle of Golgotha In his book, The Art of War, the great Chinese general Sun Tzu admonished his readers to “know thy enemy.” What is true in human warfare is also true in spiritual warfare. Join us for part 6 of Revolution where we take a deeper look at the enemy, how he was defeated, and the aftermath of his defeat. 

]]> In his book, The Art of War, the great Chinese general Sun Tzu admonished his readers to “know thy enemy.” What is true in human warfare is also true in spiritual warfare. Join us for part 6 of Revolution where we take a deeper look at the enemy, how he was defeated, and the aftermath of his defeat. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10411295 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2318 2022 14 full false Revolution | Part 5 - Standby Revolution | Part 5 - Standby “The end of days” sounds like the name of a dystopian Hollywood blockbuster, but it is a term frequently used in the Bible to describe the culmination of God’s redemptive work on earth. Join us for part five of Revolution as we consider Jesus’ teaching on what will happen, when it will happen, and what we need to do to be ready. 

]]> “The end of days” sounds like the name of a dystopian Hollywood blockbuster, but it is a term frequently used in the Bible to describe the culmination of God’s redemptive work on earth. Join us for part five of Revolution as we consider Jesus’ teaching on what will happen, when it will happen, and what we need to do to be ready. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10369442 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2575 2022 13 full false Revolution | Part 4 - The Counterinsurgency Revolution | Part 4 - The Counterinsurgency A counterinsurgency is an effort to overthrow a power that has taken control of a region or territory. In a world filled with war and violence, we have seen numerous insurgencies and counterinsurgencies throughout history. None compare, however, to the counterinsurgency Jesus launched 2,000 years ago. Join us for part four of Revolution where we will learn how Jesus shut down religion and launched a Revolution! 

]]> A counterinsurgency is an effort to overthrow a power that has taken control of a region or territory. In a world filled with war and violence, we have seen numerous insurgencies and counterinsurgencies throughout history. None compare, however, to the counterinsurgency Jesus launched 2,000 years ago. Join us for part four of Revolution where we will learn how Jesus shut down religion and launched a Revolution! 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10325903 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2483 2022 12 full false Revolution | Part 3 - Battle Lines Revolution | Part 3 - Battle Lines Few people like to be presented with an ultimatum. In a culture that resists the idea of absolute truth, the idea that something is either "true or false" is increasingly unpopular. But even a brief survey of the Bible reminds us that God often presents us with ultimatums. Join us for part 3 of Revolution where we will explore the battle lines between good and evil and the choice we all must make.

]]> Few people like to be presented with an ultimatum. In a culture that resists the idea of absolute truth, the idea that something is either "true or false" is increasingly unpopular. But even a brief survey of the Bible reminds us that God often presents us with ultimatums. Join us for part 3 of Revolution where we will explore the battle lines between good and evil and the choice we all must make.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10282721 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2648 2022 11 full false Revolution | Part 2 - The Incursion Revolution | Part 2 - The Incursion The cosmic battle to save human souls and restore God’s creation took a significant turn at the manger in Bethlehem. It was there that God secretly invaded the enemy’s territory and began the revolution. Jesus assembled a team of followers who began claiming territory for the Kingdom and casting out the enemy. Join us for part 2 of Revolution where we explore the incursion of earth by the forces of heaven and what that means for those of us who still find ourselves behind enemy lines. 

]]> The cosmic battle to save human souls and restore God’s creation took a significant turn at the manger in Bethlehem. It was there that God secretly invaded the enemy’s territory and began the revolution. Jesus assembled a team of followers who began claiming territory for the Kingdom and casting out the enemy. Join us for part 2 of Revolution where we explore the incursion of earth by the forces of heaven and what that means for those of us who still find ourselves behind enemy lines. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10240498 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2383 2022 10 full false Revolution | Part 1 - Cross Perspectives Revolution | Part 1 - Cross Perspectives The crucifixion of Jesus is the pivotal event in history. But what exactly happened on the cross that day?  Why does the death of one man, nearly two thousand years ago, still elicit complete devotion from some and derision from others? How did an instrument of torture and death become the single most popular icon in architecture, jewelry, and art? Join us for a series exploring the crucifixion of Jesus and the revolution it began. 

]]> The crucifixion of Jesus is the pivotal event in history. But what exactly happened on the cross that day?  Why does the death of one man, nearly two thousand years ago, still elicit complete devotion from some and derision from others? How did an instrument of torture and death become the single most popular icon in architecture, jewelry, and art? Join us for a series exploring the crucifixion of Jesus and the revolution it began. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10197444 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2243 2022 9 full false Fully Devoted | Part 8 - Praying with Jesus Fully Devoted | Part 8 - Praying with Jesus The words of the Lord’s Prayer are perhaps the most recited in all of human history. But what exactly is the Lord’s Prayer? Jesus offered these words as a template for prayer and a pattern for understanding our relationship with God. Join us for the final message in Fully Devoted as we learn to pray like Jesus. 

]]> The words of the Lord’s Prayer are perhaps the most recited in all of human history. But what exactly is the Lord’s Prayer? Jesus offered these words as a template for prayer and a pattern for understanding our relationship with God. Join us for the final message in Fully Devoted as we learn to pray like Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10151590 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2092 2022 8 full false Fully Devoted | Part 7 - Denied and Rejected Fully Devoted | Part 7 - Denied and Rejected No one likes rejection. In fact, the fear of rejection is enough to keep many of us immobilized. Jesus was acquainted with rejection and tried to prepare His followers for it. Join us for part 7 of Fully Devoted, where we learn that rejection is inevitable, but never fatal. 

]]> No one likes rejection. In fact, the fear of rejection is enough to keep many of us immobilized. Jesus was acquainted with rejection and tried to prepare His followers for it. Join us for part 7 of Fully Devoted, where we learn that rejection is inevitable, but never fatal. 

]]> Mike Reed Buzzsprout-10109303 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2280 2022 7 full false Fully Devoted | Part 6 - Failing Forward Fully Devoted | Part 6 - Failing Forward “Failure is not an option!” That may be true in certain circumstances, but it is NEVER true when it comes to our spiritual growth. Failure is a certainty and perfection is the enemy of progress. The Bible doesn’t hide the failures of the “heroes of the faith.” Men and women who tried to follow God but frequently found themselves straying. Jesus’ own disciples failed over and over again, but 11 of the 12 just kept stumbling toward Jesus anyway. Join us for part 6 of Fully Devoted as we discuss three common failures of disciples and how to fail forward.

]]> “Failure is not an option!” That may be true in certain circumstances, but it is NEVER true when it comes to our spiritual growth. Failure is a certainty and perfection is the enemy of progress. The Bible doesn’t hide the failures of the “heroes of the faith.” Men and women who tried to follow God but frequently found themselves straying. Jesus’ own disciples failed over and over again, but 11 of the 12 just kept stumbling toward Jesus anyway. Join us for part 6 of Fully Devoted as we discuss three common failures of disciples and how to fail forward.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10066584 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2305 2022 6 full false Fully Devoted | Part 5 - Hills and Valleys Fully Devoted | Part 5 - Hills and Valleys Jesus’ call to follow Him means we cannot stay where we are. The disciples experienced this firsthand as they left behind their jobs, families, and community to go with Jesus. But even as they sacrificed much to follow Jesus, they were still enticed to hold onto the past. They frequently failed to fully embrace Jesus’ presence among them, and they were afraid to follow Him into an uncertain future. Join us for part 5 of Fully Devoted as we learn about letting go. 

]]> Jesus’ call to follow Him means we cannot stay where we are. The disciples experienced this firsthand as they left behind their jobs, families, and community to go with Jesus. But even as they sacrificed much to follow Jesus, they were still enticed to hold onto the past. They frequently failed to fully embrace Jesus’ presence among them, and they were afraid to follow Him into an uncertain future. Join us for part 5 of Fully Devoted as we learn about letting go. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-10021822 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1657 2022 5 full false Fully Devoted | Part 4 - Food in the Desert Fully Devoted | Part 4 - Food in the Desert It is said that necessity is the mother of invention, but it is also the breeding ground of faith. We are never more aware of our dependency on God than when we’ve come to the end of our own ability and resources. As western society has become wealthier and more dependent on technology, we seem to be less aware of our need for God. Join us for part 4 of Fully Devoted as we explore how Jesus reminds us that we never know He is all we need until He is all we have.  

]]> It is said that necessity is the mother of invention, but it is also the breeding ground of faith. We are never more aware of our dependency on God than when we’ve come to the end of our own ability and resources. As western society has become wealthier and more dependent on technology, we seem to be less aware of our need for God. Join us for part 4 of Fully Devoted as we explore how Jesus reminds us that we never know He is all we need until He is all we have.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9978422 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2433 2022 4 full false Fully Devoted | Part 3 - Still Like Jesus Fully Devoted | Part 3 - Still Like Jesus Wake to an alarm (if the kids haven’t already gotten you out of bed). Get yourself and everyone else ready and out the door. Get to work to discover your email inbox is full. Before lunch you have 9 texts and 4 voice mails. Get as much done as you can, but finally leave at the end of the day because Junior has baseball practice, and you haven’t even thought about dinner. Get home, help with homework, and veg out watching Netflix before going to bed and doing it all over again. What can we learn from the sacred rhythms of Jesus that might help free us from the craziness? Join us for part three of Fully Devoted to learn more. 

]]> Wake to an alarm (if the kids haven’t already gotten you out of bed). Get yourself and everyone else ready and out the door. Get to work to discover your email inbox is full. Before lunch you have 9 texts and 4 voice mails. Get as much done as you can, but finally leave at the end of the day because Junior has baseball practice, and you haven’t even thought about dinner. Get home, help with homework, and veg out watching Netflix before going to bed and doing it all over again. What can we learn from the sacred rhythms of Jesus that might help free us from the craziness? Join us for part three of Fully Devoted to learn more. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9936109 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2040 2022 3 full false Fully Devoted | Part 2 - The Cost of Discipleship Fully Devoted | Part 2 - The Cost of Discipleship Just because someone gives you a free piano does not mean that you will ever learn to play it. The free piano is a gift; the cost of becoming a pianist is hours and hours of practice. Salvation is the free gift of God, but like learning to play the piano, discipleship takes time and effort. Many Christians have failed to experience the full and abundant life of Jesus because, while they have received the gift of salvation, they have failed to pay the price of following Him. Join us for week two of Fully Devoted where we will explore the cost of following Jesus. 

]]> Just because someone gives you a free piano does not mean that you will ever learn to play it. The free piano is a gift; the cost of becoming a pianist is hours and hours of practice. Salvation is the free gift of God, but like learning to play the piano, discipleship takes time and effort. Many Christians have failed to experience the full and abundant life of Jesus because, while they have received the gift of salvation, they have failed to pay the price of following Him. Join us for week two of Fully Devoted where we will explore the cost of following Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9894665 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2279 2022 2 full false Fully Devoted | Part 1 - Scattering Seeds Fully Devoted | Part 1 - Scattering Seeds Following Jesus is not a once-a-week proposition, but a daily pursuit. When Jesus invites us to “follow Him,” He is not inviting us on a walk, but into the sacred rhythms and patterns of discipleship. Join us for a series from Luke 8-11 where we will learn what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. 

]]> Following Jesus is not a once-a-week proposition, but a daily pursuit. When Jesus invites us to “follow Him,” He is not inviting us on a walk, but into the sacred rhythms and patterns of discipleship. Join us for a series from Luke 8-11 where we will learn what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9854945 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0500 1757 2022 1 full false Christmas in Exile (week 5) | Out of Southside Christmas in Exile (week 5) | Out of Southside Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9818975 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1974 full false Christmas in Exile (week 4) - Out of Place Christmas in Exile (week 4) - Out of Place God entered the world in the distressing disguise of a baby born to a refugee couple with no place to lay their heads. Most people in Jesus’ day missed Him. They couldn’t see Him for His distressing disguise. They expected a king with all the wealth and power of David, or a prophet who would come with the grandeur of Moses, or a priest who would practice all the religious eccentricities of Aaron. What they got instead was God on a cross, a most distressing disguise. Join us for week 4 of Christmas in Exile where we discover that Jesus still comes today in the most distressing disguises.

]]> God entered the world in the distressing disguise of a baby born to a refugee couple with no place to lay their heads. Most people in Jesus’ day missed Him. They couldn’t see Him for His distressing disguise. They expected a king with all the wealth and power of David, or a prophet who would come with the grandeur of Moses, or a priest who would practice all the religious eccentricities of Aaron. What they got instead was God on a cross, a most distressing disguise. Join us for week 4 of Christmas in Exile where we discover that Jesus still comes today in the most distressing disguises.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9789651 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0500 2124 full false Christmas in Exile (week 3) - Out of Bethlehem Christmas in Exile (week 3) - Out of Bethlehem Forced to flee from Bethlehem in order to save Jesus’ life, Joseph and Mary once again pack their meager belongings to head into the unknown. Meanwhile, every mother left behind would weep for their murdered children and wonder how the angels’ promise of peace on earth could possibly be true. Join us for week three of Christmas in Exile where we explore how grief and loss are often magnified at Christmas time and how Jesus meets us in the sorrow. 

]]> Forced to flee from Bethlehem in order to save Jesus’ life, Joseph and Mary once again pack their meager belongings to head into the unknown. Meanwhile, every mother left behind would weep for their murdered children and wonder how the angels’ promise of peace on earth could possibly be true. Join us for week three of Christmas in Exile where we explore how grief and loss are often magnified at Christmas time and how Jesus meets us in the sorrow. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9748984 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0500 1654 full false Christmas in Exile (week 2) | Out of Nazareth Christmas in Exile (week 2) | Out of Nazareth The Christmas story begins with the forced migration of a poor Jewish carpenter and his pregnant wife. These innocent victims of a corrupt political system were forced to deliver their baby in a stable where the Savior entered the world as a displaced person. Join us for week two of Christmas in Exile as we see how God uses the weak, poor, and even the corrupt of this world to accomplish His purpose of bringing peace on earth. 

]]> The Christmas story begins with the forced migration of a poor Jewish carpenter and his pregnant wife. These innocent victims of a corrupt political system were forced to deliver their baby in a stable where the Savior entered the world as a displaced person. Join us for week two of Christmas in Exile as we see how God uses the weak, poor, and even the corrupt of this world to accomplish His purpose of bringing peace on earth. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9706719 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0500 2738 full false Christmas in Exile (week 1) | Out of Egypt Christmas in Exile (week 1) | Out of Egypt From a group of nomadic refugees fleeing persecution in Egypt, to a young refugee couple forced to deliver their baby in a stable, the Bible tells the story of God working through aliens and strangers to bring about His kingdom. The subversive message of Christmas is that God Himself endured a self-imposed exile from heaven to deliver us from our exile in sin. Join us online or in person this advent season as we reexamine the Christmas story. 

]]> From a group of nomadic refugees fleeing persecution in Egypt, to a young refugee couple forced to deliver their baby in a stable, the Bible tells the story of God working through aliens and strangers to bring about His kingdom. The subversive message of Christmas is that God Himself endured a self-imposed exile from heaven to deliver us from our exile in sin. Join us online or in person this advent season as we reexamine the Christmas story. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9667232 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0500 2110 full false The Wind Blows Where It Will The Wind Blows Where It Will You can’t see the wind or control where it blows, but the evidence of the wind is undeniable. Join us Sunday as we learn to discern where God is working and the evidence of His movement among us.

]]> You can’t see the wind or control where it blows, but the evidence of the wind is undeniable. Join us Sunday as we learn to discern where God is working and the evidence of His movement among us.

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-9624220 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0500 1936 full false What's in a Name? (week 7) | No Other Name What's in a Name? (week 7) | No Other Name The disciples were not men of influence, power, wealth, or education. Still, eleven of the twelve went on to change the world. How was this possible? Their enemies recognized the answer . . . they had been with Jesus, and He had changed them. Join us for the final installment of What’s in a Name? where we learn the only name that will ever matter and why that name is everything we need.

]]> The disciples were not men of influence, power, wealth, or education. Still, eleven of the twelve went on to change the world. How was this possible? Their enemies recognized the answer . . . they had been with Jesus, and He had changed them. Join us for the final installment of What’s in a Name? where we learn the only name that will ever matter and why that name is everything we need.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9588711 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0500 2201 full false What's in a Name (week 6) | You Can Call Me Abe What's in a Name (week 6) | You Can Call Me Abe Abram and Sarai set out for an unknown destination and after a lifetime of wondering, found themselves and God’s purpose for their lives. The process of discovering our identity in Christ is a life-long pursuit that requires faith in God through all the challenges of life. Join us for week 6 of What’s in a Name as we discuss God's purpose for our lives. 

]]> Abram and Sarai set out for an unknown destination and after a lifetime of wondering, found themselves and God’s purpose for their lives. The process of discovering our identity in Christ is a life-long pursuit that requires faith in God through all the challenges of life. Join us for week 6 of What’s in a Name as we discuss God's purpose for our lives. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9545522 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2330 full false What's in a Name (week 5) | You Can Call Me Jake What's in a Name (week 5) | You Can Call Me Jake Jacob spent most of his life fighting to get what he felt was rightfully his. Then, one night, he met a foe he couldn’t defeat. Jacob’s wrestling match with God left him with a limp and a new name. Developing a durable faith requires us to engage in the tough battles. Through the intimacy and struggles that come with wrestling God in the discipleship process, we will also leave with a limp and a better understanding of our true identity in Jesus. 

]]> Jacob spent most of his life fighting to get what he felt was rightfully his. Then, one night, he met a foe he couldn’t defeat. Jacob’s wrestling match with God left him with a limp and a new name. Developing a durable faith requires us to engage in the tough battles. Through the intimacy and struggles that come with wrestling God in the discipleship process, we will also leave with a limp and a better understanding of our true identity in Jesus. 

]]> Jimbo Stewart Buzzsprout-9506060 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2194 full false What's in a Name (week 4) | You Can Call Me Dan What's in a Name (week 4) | You Can Call Me Dan Daniel and his three friends were removed from their homes and made to live as exiles in a foreign land. Their names were changed but their commitment to God remained steadfast, and as a result they changed the nation that set out to change them. Join us for week 4 of What’s in a Name as we discuss our commitment to be a church that is for Christ, for the city, for good. 

]]> Daniel and his three friends were removed from their homes and made to live as exiles in a foreign land. Their names were changed but their commitment to God remained steadfast, and as a result they changed the nation that set out to change them. Join us for week 4 of What’s in a Name as we discuss our commitment to be a church that is for Christ, for the city, for good. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9464431 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2527 full false What's in a Name? (week 3) | You Can Call Me Rocky What's in a Name? (week 3) | You Can Call Me Rocky Jesus changed Simon’s name to Peter based on his declaration about Jesus’ true identity. In doing so, Jesus not only revealed Peter’s true identity, but the identity of every person who would become a part of the Jesus movement. The Church is not a building, but a body; not a meeting, but a movement, not an organization, but an organism. Join us for week 3 of What’s in a Name as we consider what it means to be the church.

]]> Jesus changed Simon’s name to Peter based on his declaration about Jesus’ true identity. In doing so, Jesus not only revealed Peter’s true identity, but the identity of every person who would become a part of the Jesus movement. The Church is not a building, but a body; not a meeting, but a movement, not an organization, but an organism. Join us for week 3 of What’s in a Name as we consider what it means to be the church.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9428165 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2538 full false What's in a Name? (week 2) | Love Names What's in a Name? (week 2) | Love Names Regardless of the name we use, God’s people are to be known by one defining characteristic: Love. That love is not defined by Hollywood or Nashville, it is defined by Jesus on the cross. Join us for week 2 of What’s in a Name as consider what it means that God’s banner over us is love.

]]> Regardless of the name we use, God’s people are to be known by one defining characteristic: Love. That love is not defined by Hollywood or Nashville, it is defined by Jesus on the cross. Join us for week 2 of What’s in a Name as consider what it means that God’s banner over us is love.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9382374 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 1931 full false What's in a Name? (week 1) | Who He Says I Am What's in a Name? (week 1) | Who He Says I Am The name you were given at birth may or may not be an accurate description of who you are. Your identity as a human depends on more than what is written on your birth certificate. Your character, experiences, hopes, and hurts, like fingerprints, are unique to you. And beyond the uniqueness of your story, is a unique design and purpose crafted by God. What is true of individuals is true of churches. God does not recognize a church based on the name printed on its sign or letterhead, but by the way the individuals in that church work together to reflect His Son, Jesus to the world. Join us for What’s in a Name each Sunday, in person or anytime online, as we explore examples of individuals who experienced a change of identity based on their encounter with God.

]]> The name you were given at birth may or may not be an accurate description of who you are. Your identity as a human depends on more than what is written on your birth certificate. Your character, experiences, hopes, and hurts, like fingerprints, are unique to you. And beyond the uniqueness of your story, is a unique design and purpose crafted by God. What is true of individuals is true of churches. God does not recognize a church based on the name printed on its sign or letterhead, but by the way the individuals in that church work together to reflect His Son, Jesus to the world. Join us for What’s in a Name each Sunday, in person or anytime online, as we explore examples of individuals who experienced a change of identity based on their encounter with God.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9343171 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2528 full false Money Talks (week 3) About Your Contentment Money Talks (week 3) About Your Contentment If you could go back in time and talk to yourself five, ten, twenty years ago, how much money would you have said you needed to be content? There is a chance you’ve already achieved and surpassed that dollar amount today. Yet, we never seem to arrive at that ideal financial destination. As our income increases, so does our appetite. Join us for the final message in Money Talks to learn how to control your appetite and make your money tell a better story. 

]]> If you could go back in time and talk to yourself five, ten, twenty years ago, how much money would you have said you needed to be content? There is a chance you’ve already achieved and surpassed that dollar amount today. Yet, we never seem to arrive at that ideal financial destination. As our income increases, so does our appetite. Join us for the final message in Money Talks to learn how to control your appetite and make your money tell a better story. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9301279 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2230 full false Money Talks (week 2) About Where You've Placed Your Faith Money Talks (week 2) About Where You've Placed Your Faith We measure financial success by how much of our wealth we are able to stockpile. But the “extra” money and resources we possess can become the very thing that takes possession of us. After you’re dead, other people will take possession of everything you’ve “saved” for one of two reasons. Join us for part 2 of Money Talks to discover those reasons and what your money is saying about your faith. 

]]> We measure financial success by how much of our wealth we are able to stockpile. But the “extra” money and resources we possess can become the very thing that takes possession of us. After you’re dead, other people will take possession of everything you’ve “saved” for one of two reasons. Join us for part 2 of Money Talks to discover those reasons and what your money is saying about your faith. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9261724 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0400 1933 full false Money Talks (week 1) About the Condition of Your Heart Money Talks (week 1) About the Condition of Your Heart Status symbols can be everything from cars to watches to the clothes we wear. The way you spend your money says a lot about you. In fact, it says far more than you think it does. Join us for part one of Money Talks where we explore what it means to be rich and how the amount of money you possess has very little to do with your true wealth. 

]]> Status symbols can be everything from cars to watches to the clothes we wear. The way you spend your money says a lot about you. In fact, it says far more than you think it does. Join us for part one of Money Talks where we explore what it means to be rich and how the amount of money you possess has very little to do with your true wealth. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9221364 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2447 full false Ever After (week 4) | As Good As It Gets Ever After (week 4) | As Good As It Gets An idol is made when we worship one of God’s good gifts rather than the One who gave us the gift. Our culture has made an idol of romance and marriage. This has not only damaged the institution of marriage, but our understanding of God’s plan and purpose for marriage. Join us for the final message in Ever After where we learn that marriage is a broken and temporary signpost pointing us to something far more permanent and perfect.

]]> An idol is made when we worship one of God’s good gifts rather than the One who gave us the gift. Our culture has made an idol of romance and marriage. This has not only damaged the institution of marriage, but our understanding of God’s plan and purpose for marriage. Join us for the final message in Ever After where we learn that marriage is a broken and temporary signpost pointing us to something far more permanent and perfect.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9181036 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0400 2955 full false Ever After (week 3) | The War of the Roses Ever After (week 3) | The War of the Roses In the 1980’s comedy, The War of the Roses, Barbara and Oliver Rose go from marital bliss to all out war. Unfortunately, this is not an unusual story in America today. The average length of a marriage in the United States is currently 8.2 years. How does a couple go from the marriage altar to divorce court in less than 10 years? While there are many answers to this question, one sure way is by fighting the wrong enemy. Join us for part 4 of Ever After where we expose the myth that our spouse is the enemy and reveal the identity of the real villain behind every relational conflict.  

]]> In the 1980’s comedy, The War of the Roses, Barbara and Oliver Rose go from marital bliss to all out war. Unfortunately, this is not an unusual story in America today. The average length of a marriage in the United States is currently 8.2 years. How does a couple go from the marriage altar to divorce court in less than 10 years? While there are many answers to this question, one sure way is by fighting the wrong enemy. Join us for part 4 of Ever After where we expose the myth that our spouse is the enemy and reveal the identity of the real villain behind every relational conflict.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9109036 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2061 full false Ever After (week 2) | Jerry Maguire Ever After (week 2) | Jerry Maguire “You complete me.” These three words are not only the most famous line from the hit movie, Jerry Maguire, they capture the expectations of many who long for a romantic relationship that will make them feel whole. But can two halves really make a person whole? Join us for part two of Ever After where we discuss God’s surprising intention behind marriage and the true source of wholeness.

]]> “You complete me.” These three words are not only the most famous line from the hit movie, Jerry Maguire, they capture the expectations of many who long for a romantic relationship that will make them feel whole. But can two halves really make a person whole? Join us for part two of Ever After where we discuss God’s surprising intention behind marriage and the true source of wholeness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9067657 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 13:00:00 -0400 3068 full false Ever After (week 1) | Great Expectations Ever After (week 1) | Great Expectations The happy couple returns from their honeymoon and begins to unpack their bags. As soon as the bags are emptied, the happy couple begins to discover that this wasn’t what they’d expected. Those bags were full of expectations they’d each collected over a lifetime; expectations their spouse may be unwilling or unable to meet. Join us for part one of Ever After… where we explore the myth of great expectations and learn what Jesus taught us to do with them.

]]> The happy couple returns from their honeymoon and begins to unpack their bags. As soon as the bags are emptied, the happy couple begins to discover that this wasn’t what they’d expected. Those bags were full of expectations they’d each collected over a lifetime; expectations their spouse may be unwilling or unable to meet. Join us for part one of Ever After… where we explore the myth of great expectations and learn what Jesus taught us to do with them.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-9031057 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400 2155 full false Ripple Effects (week 4) | Making Waves Ripple Effects (week 4) | Making Waves It has been over 2,000 years since the earthly ministry of Jesus, and yet, He is still the single most well-known individual in human history. The enormous ripple effects of His life, death, and resurrection have washed over successive generations and have expanded across the planet. Join us for the final message in Ripple Effects where we explore how Jesus’ followers can continue to make waves for generations to come.  

]]> It has been over 2,000 years since the earthly ministry of Jesus, and yet, He is still the single most well-known individual in human history. The enormous ripple effects of His life, death, and resurrection have washed over successive generations and have expanded across the planet. Join us for the final message in Ripple Effects where we explore how Jesus’ followers can continue to make waves for generations to come.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8993736 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2818 full false Ripple Effects (week 3) | A Sign of Belonging Ripple Effects (week 3) | A Sign of Belonging Initiation rites are a part of many organizations and institutions. For example, a wedding is a kind of initiation rite into marriage. People joining sororities or fraternities often participate in a selection and initiation process known as “rush.” Every president of the United States has stood with his hand on a Bible and sworn an oath of office that signifies his initiation into the presidency. Join us for part three of Ripple Effects to learn how baptism is a sign of our adoption and a beautiful initiation into the family of God. 

]]> Initiation rites are a part of many organizations and institutions. For example, a wedding is a kind of initiation rite into marriage. People joining sororities or fraternities often participate in a selection and initiation process known as “rush.” Every president of the United States has stood with his hand on a Bible and sworn an oath of office that signifies his initiation into the presidency. Join us for part three of Ripple Effects to learn how baptism is a sign of our adoption and a beautiful initiation into the family of God. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8956167 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 1597 full false Ripple Effects (week 2) | A Sign of Becoming Ripple Effects (week 2) | A Sign of Becoming Belief is important, but belief alone is not evidence that someone is actively walking with Jesus. The ritual of baptism is, therefore, more than a sign of believing, it is also a tangible sign of a person’s willingness to follow Jesus in acts of obedience. Join us for part two of Ripple Effects where we explore the differences between a religious ritual and a life changing encounter with God.

]]> Belief is important, but belief alone is not evidence that someone is actively walking with Jesus. The ritual of baptism is, therefore, more than a sign of believing, it is also a tangible sign of a person’s willingness to follow Jesus in acts of obedience. Join us for part two of Ripple Effects where we explore the differences between a religious ritual and a life changing encounter with God.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8918642 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 1917 full false Ripple Effects (week 1) | A Sign of Believing Ripple Effects (week 1) | A Sign of Believing A watermark is a faint design embedded in some papers and is used for branding, as a mark of authenticity and a sign of quality. Look closely at the currency in your wallet and you will find a watermark that ensures that what you hold is real and will be backed by the government. Throughout the ministry of Jesus and the history of the church, Baptism has been the watermark of a true disciple. Join us for week one of Ripple Effects where we learn how Jesus lead the way into the waters of baptism.

]]> A watermark is a faint design embedded in some papers and is used for branding, as a mark of authenticity and a sign of quality. Look closely at the currency in your wallet and you will find a watermark that ensures that what you hold is real and will be backed by the government. Throughout the ministry of Jesus and the history of the church, Baptism has been the watermark of a true disciple. Join us for week one of Ripple Effects where we learn how Jesus lead the way into the waters of baptism.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8881768 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2595 full false Questioning Jesus (week 3) | Are You Able? Questioning Jesus (week 3) | Are You Able? When we accept God’s love for us, we are still faced with the question: Why would a loving God allow bad things to happen? One answer might be that He is not able to stop them. But the very idea that God is not able is incompatible with the very existence of God. There is a difference between being able to do something and a willingness to do it. Most people are far more capable than they are willing. This must also be true of God. Join us for the final message in Questioning Jesus, where we see the evidence of His ability, the effect of His humility, and the consequences of His call. 

]]> When we accept God’s love for us, we are still faced with the question: Why would a loving God allow bad things to happen? One answer might be that He is not able to stop them. But the very idea that God is not able is incompatible with the very existence of God. There is a difference between being able to do something and a willingness to do it. Most people are far more capable than they are willing. This must also be true of God. Join us for the final message in Questioning Jesus, where we see the evidence of His ability, the effect of His humility, and the consequences of His call. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8845031 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2466 full false Questioning Jesus (week 2) | Do You Care? Questioning Jesus (week 2) | Do You Care? Critics of religion often say that if there is a god, he cannot be both all-powerful and all loving. An all-loving God would not allow the terrible suffering we see in the world, and an all-powerful God would surely be able to stop it. Therefore, God is either not all-powerful, not all-loving, or simply doesn’t exist at all. Join us for part two of Questioning Jesus as we hear His own disciples ask, “Jesus, don’t you care?” 

]]> Critics of religion often say that if there is a god, he cannot be both all-powerful and all loving. An all-loving God would not allow the terrible suffering we see in the world, and an all-powerful God would surely be able to stop it. Therefore, God is either not all-powerful, not all-loving, or simply doesn’t exist at all. Join us for part two of Questioning Jesus as we hear His own disciples ask, “Jesus, don’t you care?” 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8809271 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2502 full false Questioning Jesus (week 1) | Are You The One? Questioning Jesus (week 1) | Are You The One? Discouragement and disappointment often lead to serious questions about the character and nature of God. Even Jesus’ greatest advocate faced a moment of significant doubt as he was confronted with his own death. Join us for part one of Questioning Jesus as we hear John the Baptist ask Jesus, “Are You the One or should we be looking for another?” 

]]> Discouragement and disappointment often lead to serious questions about the character and nature of God. Even Jesus’ greatest advocate faced a moment of significant doubt as he was confronted with his own death. Join us for part one of Questioning Jesus as we hear John the Baptist ask Jesus, “Are You the One or should we be looking for another?” 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8770419 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2820 full false Two Fathers That Count Two Fathers That Count A collaboration between the International Mission Board and North American Mission Board, Send Relief is here to help you make a difference in your community and the world around you — because compassion ministry opens doors to the gospel.

Sharing the love of Jesus is central to everything we do at Send Relief. Whether it’s responding to natural disasters, caring for refugees and displaced families, fighting human trafficking at home and abroad, supporting adoption and foster care efforts and strengthening communities facing economic and physical crises, our goal is the same.

With your help, we have raised millions of dollars to serve vulnerable people across the globe. By equipping you and your church at ministry centers and working with international partners, you help bring the hope of the gospel to dozens of countries, and, because of your generosity, hundreds of community development projects are completed every year.

But the need is still great! Pray, give, and serve alongside us to reach the nations with the hope of the gospel!

Bryant Wright served in Southern Baptist life as both a pastor and SBC president before joining Send Relief in 2020. He retired as the founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, on December 15, 2019, where he had pastored for 38 years.

He is a straightforward communicator who uniquely connects God’s unchanging truth with a diverse culture through compelling and creative teaching. He and his wife, Anne, live in Marietta and have three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, and seven grandchildren.

]]> A collaboration between the International Mission Board and North American Mission Board, Send Relief is here to help you make a difference in your community and the world around you — because compassion ministry opens doors to the gospel.

Sharing the love of Jesus is central to everything we do at Send Relief. Whether it’s responding to natural disasters, caring for refugees and displaced families, fighting human trafficking at home and abroad, supporting adoption and foster care efforts and strengthening communities facing economic and physical crises, our goal is the same.

With your help, we have raised millions of dollars to serve vulnerable people across the globe. By equipping you and your church at ministry centers and working with international partners, you help bring the hope of the gospel to dozens of countries, and, because of your generosity, hundreds of community development projects are completed every year.

But the need is still great! Pray, give, and serve alongside us to reach the nations with the hope of the gospel!

Bryant Wright served in Southern Baptist life as both a pastor and SBC president before joining Send Relief in 2020. He retired as the founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, on December 15, 2019, where he had pastored for 38 years.

He is a straightforward communicator who uniquely connects God’s unchanging truth with a diverse culture through compelling and creative teaching. He and his wife, Anne, live in Marietta and have three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, and seven grandchildren.

]]> Bryant Wright Buzzsprout-8732743 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2551 full false Where Do I Begin? Where Do I Begin? The Great Commission was given to Jesus' followers to share God's love to the entire world. That would be a BIG dream or goal. It can seem even more daunting because the Great Commission is actually a command to achieve. How is that possible? Where do I begin? Join us in a one-off message on how Paul modeled for us a way to make disciples of all nations in Romans 10.

]]> The Great Commission was given to Jesus' followers to share God's love to the entire world. That would be a BIG dream or goal. It can seem even more daunting because the Great Commission is actually a command to achieve. How is that possible? Where do I begin? Join us in a one-off message on how Paul modeled for us a way to make disciples of all nations in Romans 10.

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-8693789 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2881 full false Glass Ceilings (week 5) - A Woman's Place Glass Ceilings (week 5) - A Woman's Place How would you finish this statement, “A woman’s place is ______________”? Depending on when this is asked, who answers, and the culture in which the conversation takes place, there is no limit to the number of possible responses. But the very idea that there is a “place” for women is something Jesus challenged in one of His most revealing comments about women and their role in His movement. Join us for the final message in Glass Ceilings, where we see what happened when a woman entered the circle of Jesus’ male disciples. 

]]> How would you finish this statement, “A woman’s place is ______________”? Depending on when this is asked, who answers, and the culture in which the conversation takes place, there is no limit to the number of possible responses. But the very idea that there is a “place” for women is something Jesus challenged in one of His most revealing comments about women and their role in His movement. Join us for the final message in Glass Ceilings, where we see what happened when a woman entered the circle of Jesus’ male disciples. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8652980 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2450 full false Glass Ceilings (week 4) | And Also, Some Women Glass Ceilings (week 4) | And Also, Some Women Ancient historical documents contain little information about or by women. Because of this, it can be difficult to develop an accurate picture of women throughout much of human history. One startling exception is the Bible which contains numerous pictures of women in the ancient world. Luke, a first-century physician and historian, was especially committed to recording the names and stories of women in the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. Join us for part four of Glass Ceilings where we consider the group of women who ministered with and to Jesus. 

]]> Ancient historical documents contain little information about or by women. Because of this, it can be difficult to develop an accurate picture of women throughout much of human history. One startling exception is the Bible which contains numerous pictures of women in the ancient world. Luke, a first-century physician and historian, was especially committed to recording the names and stories of women in the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. Join us for part four of Glass Ceilings where we consider the group of women who ministered with and to Jesus. 

]]> Mieko Paige Buzzsprout-8613136 Sun, 30 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2089 full false Glass Ceilings (week 3) | Leveling the Playing Field Glass Ceilings (week 3) | Leveling the Playing Field Cultures throughout history have always had specific social hierarchies. Still today, there are groups and classes of people who benefit from simply being born into a certain family or because of the language they speak or the color of their skin or because of their gender. But Jesus consistently leveled the playing field by recognizing the faith and value of all people. Join us for part three of Glass Ceilings where we will see Jesus’ response to the interruption of a desperate woman. 

]]> Cultures throughout history have always had specific social hierarchies. Still today, there are groups and classes of people who benefit from simply being born into a certain family or because of the language they speak or the color of their skin or because of their gender. But Jesus consistently leveled the playing field by recognizing the faith and value of all people. Join us for part three of Glass Ceilings where we will see Jesus’ response to the interruption of a desperate woman. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8571595 Sun, 23 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2424 full false Glass Ceilings (week 2) - Double Standards Glass Ceilings (week 2) - Double Standards Since the time of Adam and Eve, there have been obvious double standards for men and women in almost every area of life. Luke frequently pairs stories of men and women together to highlight Jesus’ love and mission to redeem all of God’s creation. Join us for part two of Glass Ceilings where we see how the response of a Roman Centurion and a prostitute demonstrate Jesus’ radical grace and His universal offer of salvation for everyone regardless of who they are or what they’ve done.  

]]> Since the time of Adam and Eve, there have been obvious double standards for men and women in almost every area of life. Luke frequently pairs stories of men and women together to highlight Jesus’ love and mission to redeem all of God’s creation. Join us for part two of Glass Ceilings where we see how the response of a Roman Centurion and a prostitute demonstrate Jesus’ radical grace and His universal offer of salvation for everyone regardless of who they are or what they’ve done.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8528329 Sun, 16 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2361 full false Glass Ceilings (week 1) | Mothers and Sons Glass Ceilings (week 1) | Mothers and Sons There is a special connection between mothers and sons. As Jesus encountered a grieving mother in the town of Nain, He performed one of His most miraculous signs by raising the widow’s dead son. This not only brought the son back to life, it rescued this poor woman from a life of certain destitution. It’s not hard to imagine Jesus envisioning His own mother on the day of His crucifixion as He responds compassionately to this hopless widow. Join us for the first sermon in the Glass Ceilings series as we consider Jesus’ compassion for the least of these and how His actions should set a pattern for our lives today. 

]]> There is a special connection between mothers and sons. As Jesus encountered a grieving mother in the town of Nain, He performed one of His most miraculous signs by raising the widow’s dead son. This not only brought the son back to life, it rescued this poor woman from a life of certain destitution. It’s not hard to imagine Jesus envisioning His own mother on the day of His crucifixion as He responds compassionately to this hopless widow. Join us for the first sermon in the Glass Ceilings series as we consider Jesus’ compassion for the least of these and how His actions should set a pattern for our lives today. 

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-8486004 Sun, 09 May 2021 11:00:00 -0400 2166 full false How To Be Human (week 4) - Fundamentals How To Be Human (week 4) - Fundamentals It has been said that everything we really need to know in life was taught in kindergarten. The basic fundamentals of being human are so simple a child can understand them, yet so profound that we spend our entire lives trying to live them out. Jesus’ directions for how to be human are shockingly simple, abundantly clear, incredibly memorable and profoundly practical. But even after more than 2000 years, Jesus’ directions are still rarely applied. G.K. Chesterson put it best, “The Christian faith has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult and left untried.” Join us for the final part of How to Be Human where we will explore Jesus’ four fundamental rules for being human.  

]]> It has been said that everything we really need to know in life was taught in kindergarten. The basic fundamentals of being human are so simple a child can understand them, yet so profound that we spend our entire lives trying to live them out. Jesus’ directions for how to be human are shockingly simple, abundantly clear, incredibly memorable and profoundly practical. But even after more than 2000 years, Jesus’ directions are still rarely applied. G.K. Chesterson put it best, “The Christian faith has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult and left untried.” Join us for the final part of How to Be Human where we will explore Jesus’ four fundamental rules for being human.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8443650 Sun, 02 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2349 full false How to Be Human (week 3) - Dealing with Other Humans How to Be Human (week 3) - Dealing with Other Humans Part of what makes “human-ing” so hard is that we have to do it with other humans. The world teaches that the best way to deal with other people is to respect their humanity by not doing to them what we wouldn’t want them to do to us. In fact, this is the basic principle of the modern justice system and our basic concept of human rights. But a world built solely on what we “don’t” do is not a very compassionate world. Jesus’ most radical instruction for being human is perhaps His simplest, most known, and yet most difficult command. Join us for part three of How to Be Human where we learn the secret of dealing with other humans. 

]]> Part of what makes “human-ing” so hard is that we have to do it with other humans. The world teaches that the best way to deal with other people is to respect their humanity by not doing to them what we wouldn’t want them to do to us. In fact, this is the basic principle of the modern justice system and our basic concept of human rights. But a world built solely on what we “don’t” do is not a very compassionate world. Jesus’ most radical instruction for being human is perhaps His simplest, most known, and yet most difficult command. Join us for part three of How to Be Human where we learn the secret of dealing with other humans. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8399631 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2334 full false How to be Human (week 2) | Your Blest life Now How to be Human (week 2) | Your Blest life Now #Blessed has become synonymous with material wealth and personal wellbeing. Even the sincerest believer will describe financial security, health, and a good reputation as “a blessing.” But Jesus’ definition of blessings and curses are very different from what people describe as blessings today. Join us for part two of How to be Human as we explore Jesus’ counterintuitive instructions for living our blest life now and later. 

]]> #Blessed has become synonymous with material wealth and personal wellbeing. Even the sincerest believer will describe financial security, health, and a good reputation as “a blessing.” But Jesus’ definition of blessings and curses are very different from what people describe as blessings today. Join us for part two of How to be Human as we explore Jesus’ counterintuitive instructions for living our blest life now and later. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8355970 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2635 full false How to Be Human (week 1) - Rhythm of Life How to Be Human (week 1) - Rhythm of Life Medical science has concluded that a lack of sufficient rest can be responsible for everything from heart disease to certain types of cancer. The Bible was way ahead of medical science. Embedded in the earliest pages of the Old Testament, the Creator invites His creation to take a day off every week. By the time Jesus came on the scene, religion had weaponized this gift and made it a burden. Join us for part one of How to be Human as we consider Jesus’ instructions on how to live in rhythm with God and His creation. 

]]> Medical science has concluded that a lack of sufficient rest can be responsible for everything from heart disease to certain types of cancer. The Bible was way ahead of medical science. Embedded in the earliest pages of the Old Testament, the Creator invites His creation to take a day off every week. By the time Jesus came on the scene, religion had weaponized this gift and made it a burden. Join us for part one of How to be Human as we consider Jesus’ instructions on how to live in rhythm with God and His creation. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8312364 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2359 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 6) | Beyond the Shadow of a Doubt Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 6) | Beyond the Shadow of a Doubt There is a shadow of doubt over almost every aspect of our lives. From economic uncertainty and political instability to questions about environmental sustainability and global health, we are regularly confronted with conflicting theories about what to believe and how we should respond. At the end of the day, every choice we make requires a measure of faith. The question is not whether or not we have faith, but in what or whom we will place our faith. Join us on Easter Sunday morning as we see how an empty tomb transforms our doubts into hope and gives us a faith that goes beyond a shadow of a doubt. 

]]> There is a shadow of doubt over almost every aspect of our lives. From economic uncertainty and political instability to questions about environmental sustainability and global health, we are regularly confronted with conflicting theories about what to believe and how we should respond. At the end of the day, every choice we make requires a measure of faith. The question is not whether or not we have faith, but in what or whom we will place our faith. Join us on Easter Sunday morning as we see how an empty tomb transforms our doubts into hope and gives us a faith that goes beyond a shadow of a doubt. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8269238 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2080 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 5) | Jesus and Death Row Inmates Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 5) | Jesus and Death Row Inmates Even as Jesus was dying on the cross, He proved to be a friend to sinners. Jesus was crucified between two other men who had also been condemned to die. Both of these men were guilty. Both had been convicted. Both men would be dead within a few hours and both men were in close proximity to Jesus. But only one would accept Jesus’ offer of friendship. Join us for part five of Jesus Friend of Sinners as we consider Jesus' universal offer of friendship and what it means for us to accept that offer. 

]]> Even as Jesus was dying on the cross, He proved to be a friend to sinners. Jesus was crucified between two other men who had also been condemned to die. Both of these men were guilty. Both had been convicted. Both men would be dead within a few hours and both men were in close proximity to Jesus. But only one would accept Jesus’ offer of friendship. Join us for part five of Jesus Friend of Sinners as we consider Jesus' universal offer of friendship and what it means for us to accept that offer. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8225651 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2165 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 4) | Motley Crew Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 4) | Motley Crew As Jesus assembled His disciples, He was not looking for the religious credentials you might have expected. Instead, He called fishermen, tax collectors, political malcontents, and otherwise completely unremarkable people. Join us for part four of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we explore how God chooses and uses a motley crew to reach a diverse world. 

]]> As Jesus assembled His disciples, He was not looking for the religious credentials you might have expected. Instead, He called fishermen, tax collectors, political malcontents, and otherwise completely unremarkable people. Join us for part four of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we explore how God chooses and uses a motley crew to reach a diverse world. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8181388 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2556 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 3) | With Friends Like These Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 3) | With Friends Like These If Jesus was a friend of sinners, then it stands to reason that people who follow Jesus should be friends of sinners, too. But how, exactly do we do that? Join us for part three of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we see how four of Jesus’ earliest followers modeled the kind of friendship that can changes sinner into saints.  

]]> If Jesus was a friend of sinners, then it stands to reason that people who follow Jesus should be friends of sinners, too. But how, exactly do we do that? Join us for part three of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we see how four of Jesus’ earliest followers modeled the kind of friendship that can changes sinner into saints.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8136934 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2578 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 2) | Unclean! Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 2) | Unclean! Social distancing and mask mandates have made us all more aware of the potential for contamination. In Bible times, people who were infected with various diseases were required to yell, “Unclean!” as they made their way in public. Masks, social distancing, and yelling “unclean” are all motivated by the same idea -- unhealthy people contaminate healthy people. It doesn’t work the other way around. A sick person doesn’t get well because they are touched by a healthy person ... unless that person is Jesus. Join us for part two of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we learn how Jesus reverses the polarity of sin, sickness, and death. 

]]> Social distancing and mask mandates have made us all more aware of the potential for contamination. In Bible times, people who were infected with various diseases were required to yell, “Unclean!” as they made their way in public. Masks, social distancing, and yelling “unclean” are all motivated by the same idea -- unhealthy people contaminate healthy people. It doesn’t work the other way around. A sick person doesn’t get well because they are touched by a healthy person ... unless that person is Jesus. Join us for part two of Jesus, Friend of Sinners as we learn how Jesus reverses the polarity of sin, sickness, and death. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8093079 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2580 full false Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 1) | Before and After Jesus: Friend of Sinners (week 1) | Before and After Even the most basic reading of the Gospels tells us that Jesus was loved by sinners and repeatedly challenged and questioned by the religious people of His day. In fact, Jesus’ harshest words were not directed towards people far from God, but rather to those who claimed to be the closest. Then why does it seem like the church caters to the religious and resists the “sinners” of our day? Why do sinners often resist the church and Jesus’ followers if Jesus was such a friend to sinners? Join us for part one of Jesus, Friend of Sinners, where we will take a before and after look at a sinner who resisted and then ran toward Jesus.  

]]> Even the most basic reading of the Gospels tells us that Jesus was loved by sinners and repeatedly challenged and questioned by the religious people of His day. In fact, Jesus’ harshest words were not directed towards people far from God, but rather to those who claimed to be the closest. Then why does it seem like the church caters to the religious and resists the “sinners” of our day? Why do sinners often resist the church and Jesus’ followers if Jesus was such a friend to sinners? Join us for part one of Jesus, Friend of Sinners, where we will take a before and after look at a sinner who resisted and then ran toward Jesus.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-8044561 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0500 1983 full false Inception (week 6) | Departure Inception (week 6) | Departure After preaching His first public sermon and performing a couple of miracles, word about Jesus spread throughout Galilee. He was just beginning to draw larger crowds when, after a time of solitude, Jesus suddenly announced that He was leaving for other towns. Join us for part six of Inception where we see the circumstances that led Jesus to leave His hometown in pursuit of God’s ultimate mission to save the world. 

]]> After preaching His first public sermon and performing a couple of miracles, word about Jesus spread throughout Galilee. He was just beginning to draw larger crowds when, after a time of solitude, Jesus suddenly announced that He was leaving for other towns. Join us for part six of Inception where we see the circumstances that led Jesus to leave His hometown in pursuit of God’s ultimate mission to save the world. 

]]> Dr. Mark Searby Buzzsprout-7991989 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2302 full false Inception (week 5) | Rejected Inception (week 5) | Rejected When Nazareth’s favorite son showed up to preach His first public sermon, He received a lot of support from the crowd. But Jesus quickly moved from hero to zero when His friends and neighbors threatened to kill Him for something He said. What turned Jesus’ hometown crowd against Him? Join us for part five of Inception to learn how embracing God’s mission challenges our preconceived notions and reveals hidden biases.  

]]> When Nazareth’s favorite son showed up to preach His first public sermon, He received a lot of support from the crowd. But Jesus quickly moved from hero to zero when His friends and neighbors threatened to kill Him for something He said. What turned Jesus’ hometown crowd against Him? Join us for part five of Inception to learn how embracing God’s mission challenges our preconceived notions and reveals hidden biases.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7858801 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2749 full false Inception (week 4) | Temptations Inception (week 4) | Temptations Nothing makes us aware of the power of temptation more than a determination to avoid temptation. Start a diet and suddenly everything not on your diet becomes a temptation. Make the decision to stop a habit or abstain from something and suddenly the thing that you are trying to avoid has a power that it didn’t seem to have before. Join us for part four of Inception where we learn from Jesus that every temptation is an invitation for transformation.  

]]> Nothing makes us aware of the power of temptation more than a determination to avoid temptation. Start a diet and suddenly everything not on your diet becomes a temptation. Make the decision to stop a habit or abstain from something and suddenly the thing that you are trying to avoid has a power that it didn’t seem to have before. Join us for part four of Inception where we learn from Jesus that every temptation is an invitation for transformation.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7724125 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0500 2644 full false Inception (week 3) | Origins Inception (week 3) | Origins Genealogies are found throughout the Bible. Luke, being a good historian, included Jesus’ genealogy as part of his Gospel account. While these long lists of difficult to pronounce names are often overlooked in our Bible reading and study, it is important to understand why the Gospel writers and the early Christians thought they were so important. Join us for part three of Inception where we look at Jesus’ family tree to understand where Jesus comes from, who He is, and where He is going.  

]]> Genealogies are found throughout the Bible. Luke, being a good historian, included Jesus’ genealogy as part of his Gospel account. While these long lists of difficult to pronounce names are often overlooked in our Bible reading and study, it is important to understand why the Gospel writers and the early Christians thought they were so important. Join us for part three of Inception where we look at Jesus’ family tree to understand where Jesus comes from, who He is, and where He is going.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7587526 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2605 full false Inception (week 2) | Prepare the Way Inception (week 2) | Prepare the Way How should followers of Jesus respond to the chaos and discord of the world around us? The launching of Jesus’ ministry offers us an unexpected answer. Join us for part two of Inception where we explore the message of Jesus’ cousin John and how that message and Jesus’ response helps us begin the process of changing the world around us.

]]> How should followers of Jesus respond to the chaos and discord of the world around us? The launching of Jesus’ ministry offers us an unexpected answer. Join us for part two of Inception where we explore the message of Jesus’ cousin John and how that message and Jesus’ response helps us begin the process of changing the world around us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7455934 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500 2566 full false Inception (week 1) | The Good Doctor Inception (week 1) | The Good Doctor The dictionary defines INCEPTIONS as “the beginning or starting point of an institution or activity.” Luke begins his Gospel with a description of Jesus’ birth and then, in chapters three and four, moves onto describe the inception – or starting point for His ministry. Join us for a six-week series exploring the beginning of Jesus’ ministry, how it foreshadowed the rest of His life and ministry, and what it tells His followers today.

]]> The dictionary defines INCEPTIONS as “the beginning or starting point of an institution or activity.” Luke begins his Gospel with a description of Jesus’ birth and then, in chapters three and four, moves onto describe the inception – or starting point for His ministry. Join us for a six-week series exploring the beginning of Jesus’ ministry, how it foreshadowed the rest of His life and ministry, and what it tells His followers today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7334287 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500 2313 full false Above & Beyond | The State of the Church Message Above & Beyond | The State of the Church Message The year 2020 has come to a close and 2021 is finally here. This Sunday we will look toward the future of Southside in our annual State of the Church message. Our theme is Above & Beyond, inspired by Ephesians 3:20-21. Highlight it in your bible. Memorize it. And come prepared to experience God above and beyond what you think, ask, or imagine in 2021. We want this to stay in your hearts and minds this year.

]]> The year 2020 has come to a close and 2021 is finally here. This Sunday we will look toward the future of Southside in our annual State of the Church message. Our theme is Above & Beyond, inspired by Ephesians 3:20-21. Highlight it in your bible. Memorize it. And come prepared to experience God above and beyond what you think, ask, or imagine in 2021. We want this to stay in your hearts and minds this year.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7219639 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500 3862 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Ready The Fullness of Time | Be Ready We are all ready to turn the page on 2020, hoping and praying that 2021 will be a better year! But with so many things out of our control, is there anything we can do to ensure that 2021 is a better year? Join us online for the last sermon in The Fullness of Time series where Pastor Gary Webber will share three examples that twelve-year-old Jesus set for us that are sure to make this a year that makes us more like Him!

]]> We are all ready to turn the page on 2020, hoping and praying that 2021 will be a better year! But with so many things out of our control, is there anything we can do to ensure that 2021 is a better year? Join us online for the last sermon in The Fullness of Time series where Pastor Gary Webber will share three examples that twelve-year-old Jesus set for us that are sure to make this a year that makes us more like Him!

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7048453 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500 1044 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Aware The Fullness of Time | Be Aware “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) Often when we hear the story of Mary and Joseph losing Jesus in the Temple we wonder about their parenting. However, hidden in this passage is evidence that not only was Mary a good mom, but she was the right choice to raise the Son of God. As parents, grandparents, and mentors we need to be aware that our actions and examples now set the tone for the faith our children, grandchildren, and mentees will have in adulthood.

]]> “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) Often when we hear the story of Mary and Joseph losing Jesus in the Temple we wonder about their parenting. However, hidden in this passage is evidence that not only was Mary a good mom, but she was the right choice to raise the Son of God. As parents, grandparents, and mentors we need to be aware that our actions and examples now set the tone for the faith our children, grandchildren, and mentees will have in adulthood.

]]> Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-7020988 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 879 full false The Music of Christmas | Postlude (day 26) The Music of Christmas | Postlude (day 26) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880631 Sat, 26 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 452 full false The Music of Christmas | Crescendo of Man (day 25) The Music of Christmas | Crescendo of Man (day 25) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880613 Fri, 25 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 412 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Amazed The Fullness of Time | Be Amazed “But in the fullness of time, God sent forth His son…” Paul’s description of Jesus’ birth would seem to put to rest any speculation that God’s timing was off when He sent Jesus to be the Savior of the world. But two-thousand years later, some people feel as if God has been late or completely absent when they’ve needed Him. How does Jesus’ birth over two millennia ago have any impact on us today? Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior who was and is and is to come. 

]]> “But in the fullness of time, God sent forth His son…” Paul’s description of Jesus’ birth would seem to put to rest any speculation that God’s timing was off when He sent Jesus to be the Savior of the world. But two-thousand years later, some people feel as if God has been late or completely absent when they’ve needed Him. How does Jesus’ birth over two millennia ago have any impact on us today? Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior who was and is and is to come. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7012441 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0500 1714 full false The Music of Christmas | Recitations of a Lost Boy (day 24) The Music of Christmas | Recitations of a Lost Boy (day 24) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880592 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 404 full false The Music of Christmas | Ramah's Lament (day 23) The Music of Christmas | Ramah's Lament (day 23) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880571 Wed, 23 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 440 full false The Music of Christmas | Hymn of the Refugee (day 22) The Music of Christmas | Hymn of the Refugee (day 22) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880535 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 394 full false The Music of Christmas | March of Herod (day 21) The Music of Christmas | March of Herod (day 21) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880511 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 415 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Patient The Fullness of Time | Be Patient Simeon and Anna were old – really old! From all outward appearances, they were completely out of time. They had waited and anticipated God’s provision, but as the end was drawing near, there appeared to be no way God could keep His promise. That did not, however, keep Simeon and Anna from hoping and faithfully waiting for God. Join us for week three of The Fullness of Time as we explore how God's timing helps us understand that all of our longings are ultimately fulfilled in Him.

]]> Simeon and Anna were old – really old! From all outward appearances, they were completely out of time. They had waited and anticipated God’s provision, but as the end was drawing near, there appeared to be no way God could keep His promise. That did not, however, keep Simeon and Anna from hoping and faithfully waiting for God. Join us for week three of The Fullness of Time as we explore how God's timing helps us understand that all of our longings are ultimately fulfilled in Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6933992 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 2792 full false The Music of Christmas | Rejoice and Sing (day 20) The Music of Christmas | Rejoice and Sing (day 20) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880487 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 329 full false The Music of Christmas | Serenade (day 19) The Music of Christmas | Serenade (day 19) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880469 Sat, 19 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 408 full false The Music of Christmas | Widow's Minuet (day 18) The Music of Christmas | Widow's Minuet (day 18) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6880454 Fri, 18 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 336 full false The Music of Christmas | Overture (day 17) The Music of Christmas | Overture (day 17) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6863346 Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 367 full false The Music of Christmas | Simeon's Theme (day 16) The Music of Christmas | Simeon's Theme (day 16) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6863331 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 423 full false The Music of Christmas | Sacrifice of Praise (day 15) The Music of Christmas | Sacrifice of Praise (day 15) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6768352 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 422 full false The Music of Christmas | A Mother's Pondering (day 14) The Music of Christmas | A Mother's Pondering (day 14) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6768346 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 389 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Still The Fullness of Time | Be Still While Zechariah and Elizabeth appeared to be a couple running out of time, Mary and Joseph appeared to have time on their side. Only recently engaged, this couple had their entire lives in front of them. There would be a wedding and eventually a family. But God had other plans. Long before the wedding night, Mary was told that she was going to be a mother, and that her child would be the Son of God. Join us for part two of The Fullness of Time where we will learn how to respond when God interrupts our plans.

]]> While Zechariah and Elizabeth appeared to be a couple running out of time, Mary and Joseph appeared to have time on their side. Only recently engaged, this couple had their entire lives in front of them. There would be a wedding and eventually a family. But God had other plans. Long before the wedding night, Mary was told that she was going to be a mother, and that her child would be the Son of God. Join us for part two of The Fullness of Time where we will learn how to respond when God interrupts our plans.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6823609 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2061 full false The Music of Christmas | Sounding Joy (day 13) The Music of Christmas | Sounding Joy (day 13) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6768337 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 378 full false The Music of Christmas | Heavenly Chorus (day 12) The Music of Christmas | Heavenly Chorus (day 12) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6768322 Sat, 12 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 394 full false The Music of Christmas | Mary's Lullaby (day 11) The Music of Christmas | Mary's Lullaby (day 11) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6768316 Fri, 11 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 391 full false The Music of Christmas | Imperial Dissonance (day 10) The Music of Christmas | Imperial Dissonance (day 10) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676475 Thu, 10 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 449 full false The Music of Christmas | Benedictus (day 9) The Music of Christmas | Benedictus (day 9) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676457 Wed, 09 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 295 full false The Music of Christmas | Magnificat (day 8) The Music of Christmas | Magnificat (day 8) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676418 Tue, 08 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 426 full false The Music of Christmas | Duet (day 7) The Music of Christmas | Duet (day 7) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676397 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 366 full false The Fullness of Time | Be Silent The Fullness of Time | Be Silent Luke does not begin the Christmas story with the birth of Jesus. He doesn’t even begin with an introduction to Mary and Joseph. Instead, Luke begins by telling the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, an older couple who appeared to be out of time. When God tells Zechariah that he is finally going to be a father, Zechariah questions God’s timing and finds himself speechless for the next nine months. Join us for part one of The Fullness of Time as we consider how God’s timing increases our faith and draws our attention to Him and His perfectly timed plans.

]]> Luke does not begin the Christmas story with the birth of Jesus. He doesn’t even begin with an introduction to Mary and Joseph. Instead, Luke begins by telling the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, an older couple who appeared to be out of time. When God tells Zechariah that he is finally going to be a father, Zechariah questions God’s timing and finds himself speechless for the next nine months. Join us for part one of The Fullness of Time as we consider how God’s timing increases our faith and draws our attention to Him and His perfectly timed plans.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6717661 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 13:00:00 -0500 2472 full false The Music of Christmas | Metronome (day 6) The Music of Christmas | Metronome (day 6) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676391 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 370 full false The Music of Christmas | The Quiet Strain (day 5) The Music of Christmas | The Quiet Strain (day 5) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676364 Sat, 05 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 398 full false The Music of Christmas | Anthem of Hope (day 4) The Music of Christmas | Anthem of Hope (day 4) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676355 Fri, 04 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500 356 full false The Music of Christmas | Song of Silence (day 3) The Music of Christmas | Song of Silence (day 3) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6676346 Thu, 03 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0500 406 full false The Music of Christmas | Echoing Down the Generations (day 2) The Music of Christmas | Echoing Down the Generations (day 2) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

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]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6656341 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0500 430 full false The Music of Christmas | Ancient Refrain (day 1) The Music of Christmas | Ancient Refrain (day 1) The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6643645 Tue, 01 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0500 415 full false The Music of Christmas | Prelude The Music of Christmas | Prelude The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> The Music of Christmas is a collection of 25 daily devotions designed to help readers cut through the noise of a busy, distracting, and often loud holiday season. It is our prayer that God will use these familiar passages as a reminder of His incredible love. We also pray that your love for Christ and His mission will be rekindled this Advent season.

The Music of Christmas is available in print or digital formats.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6637219 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500 341 full false Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Faith Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Faith The table has become the centerpiece of our Thanksgiving celebration, and for good reason. Not only does the table (and the food on it) represent God’s provision, but scientists have discovered that the human mind attaches significant memories to the sense of smell and taste. As you eat, you are literally rehearsing memories associated with those tastes and smells. Remembering God’s faithfulness in the past is an antidote to fear of the future and helps build our faith. Join us for the final message in the Psalms of Thanksgiving series where we will consider Psalm 34 as we taste and see that the Lord is good.

]]> The table has become the centerpiece of our Thanksgiving celebration, and for good reason. Not only does the table (and the food on it) represent God’s provision, but scientists have discovered that the human mind attaches significant memories to the sense of smell and taste. As you eat, you are literally rehearsing memories associated with those tastes and smells. Remembering God’s faithfulness in the past is an antidote to fear of the future and helps build our faith. Join us for the final message in the Psalms of Thanksgiving series where we will consider Psalm 34 as we taste and see that the Lord is good.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6599359 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500 1947 full false Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Contentment Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Contentment Living in a social media society causes us to live our lives in constant comparison to others. Always watching what other people have and are doing will cause us not to value what we have. This lack of appreciation and thankfulness can often lead to anxiety, restlessness, and even depression. Keeping our focus on the life and path God has set out for us, “staying in our lane,” can help develop an attitude of gratitude, which will allow joy and thanksgiving to permeate all aspects of our hearts and lives.

]]> Living in a social media society causes us to live our lives in constant comparison to others. Always watching what other people have and are doing will cause us not to value what we have. This lack of appreciation and thankfulness can often lead to anxiety, restlessness, and even depression. Keeping our focus on the life and path God has set out for us, “staying in our lane,” can help develop an attitude of gratitude, which will allow joy and thanksgiving to permeate all aspects of our hearts and lives.

]]> Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-6496204 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 1692 full false Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Resilience Psalms of Thanksgiving | Song of Resilience The Bible says that Christians are to be thankful in all circumstances. That sounds good until we consider some of the most difficult circumstances of life. How can we practice gratitude in the midst of sickness, injustice, pandemics, and social unrest? Join us for part one of Psalms of Thanksgiving where we will explore how gratitude counteracts doubt and despair and makes us more resilient.

]]> The Bible says that Christians are to be thankful in all circumstances. That sounds good until we consider some of the most difficult circumstances of life. How can we practice gratitude in the midst of sickness, injustice, pandemics, and social unrest? Join us for part one of Psalms of Thanksgiving where we will explore how gratitude counteracts doubt and despair and makes us more resilient.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6381883 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 2889 full false Jesus 2020 | The Pursuit of Happiness Jesus 2020 | The Pursuit of Happiness The Declaration of Independence lists the “pursuit of happiness” as one of our “unalienable rights.” Unfortunately, this has been misunderstood by some as a guarantee of happiness rather than the right to pursue it. Because happiness is a feeling based on circumstances, it can be an elusive and subjective goal. Many people spend their lives pursuing happiness according to the world’s direction only to find themselves frustrated and disappointed. Join us for the final message in Jesus 2020, as we learn Jesus’ secret for pursuing and finding true happiness.

]]> The Declaration of Independence lists the “pursuit of happiness” as one of our “unalienable rights.” Unfortunately, this has been misunderstood by some as a guarantee of happiness rather than the right to pursue it. Because happiness is a feeling based on circumstances, it can be an elusive and subjective goal. Many people spend their lives pursuing happiness according to the world’s direction only to find themselves frustrated and disappointed. Join us for the final message in Jesus 2020, as we learn Jesus’ secret for pursuing and finding true happiness.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6273034 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2559 full false Jesus 2020 | Give Me Liberty Jesus 2020 | Give Me Liberty “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights…” The Declaration of Independence is based on the understanding that our rights and freedoms come from God. That idea was revolutionary, but it wasn’t original to Thomas Jefferson, it came from Jesus. Long before the establishment of the modern democracy, Jesus’ followers were champions of a freedom that no government can give or take away. Join us online or on campus for part three of Jesus 2020, as we learn about our freedom and the responsibility that comes with it.

]]> “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights…” The Declaration of Independence is based on the understanding that our rights and freedoms come from God. That idea was revolutionary, but it wasn’t original to Thomas Jefferson, it came from Jesus. Long before the establishment of the modern democracy, Jesus’ followers were champions of a freedom that no government can give or take away. Join us online or on campus for part three of Jesus 2020, as we learn about our freedom and the responsibility that comes with it.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6168883 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 2660 full false Jesus 2020 | Life, Wolves, and Contract Labor Jesus 2020 | Life, Wolves, and Contract Labor Many campaigns in America have degenerated into contests to see which candidate can make more people afraid of his or her opponent. They do all they can to portray “the other guy” as evil, unfit, and bent on destroying life as we know it. Jesus warned His followers not to be deceived by “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” Join us for part two of Jesus 2020 as we uncover the real enemy of American, why politicians are powerless to save us, and the identity of the only leader who can.

]]> Many campaigns in America have degenerated into contests to see which candidate can make more people afraid of his or her opponent. They do all they can to portray “the other guy” as evil, unfit, and bent on destroying life as we know it. Jesus warned His followers not to be deceived by “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” Join us for part two of Jesus 2020 as we uncover the real enemy of American, why politicians are powerless to save us, and the identity of the only leader who can.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-6052687 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2649 full false Jesus 2020 | Making the Kingdom Great Again Jesus 2020 | Making the Kingdom Great Again Jesus assembled a politically diverse group of followers to serve as His first disciples. Not only did He call Matthew -- a Roman tax collector and sympathizer -- but He also called Simon the Zealot -- a hard core Jewish nationalist and revolutionary. These two men had about as much in common as Nancy Pelosi and Donald Trump! How was it possible that two people with starkly different ideas both followed Jesus and even gave their lives for His cause? Join us for part one of Jesus 2020 where we will learn the secret to remaining united despite our political differences.

]]> Jesus assembled a politically diverse group of followers to serve as His first disciples. Not only did He call Matthew -- a Roman tax collector and sympathizer -- but He also called Simon the Zealot -- a hard core Jewish nationalist and revolutionary. These two men had about as much in common as Nancy Pelosi and Donald Trump! How was it possible that two people with starkly different ideas both followed Jesus and even gave their lives for His cause? Join us for part one of Jesus 2020 where we will learn the secret to remaining united despite our political differences.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5946355 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 2240 full false Tightrope | Uniquely United Tightrope | Uniquely United “Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in His sight. Jesus loves the little children of the world!” Did you ever sing that song in church? If you did, and if the church you grew up in was like most churches in America, you probably didn’t see as diverse a group of people in your church as was described in that song. It has been said that the most segregated hour in America is on Sunday morning. But how can that be? If God’s love crosses racial, ethnic, and cultural barriers, why is His church still so divided by race? Join us for the final message in Tightrope where we will explore the importance of diversity and unity, and learn how the church must begin to pursue greater diversity if we are going to fulfill Jesus’ mission.

]]> “Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in His sight. Jesus loves the little children of the world!” Did you ever sing that song in church? If you did, and if the church you grew up in was like most churches in America, you probably didn’t see as diverse a group of people in your church as was described in that song. It has been said that the most segregated hour in America is on Sunday morning. But how can that be? If God’s love crosses racial, ethnic, and cultural barriers, why is His church still so divided by race? Join us for the final message in Tightrope where we will explore the importance of diversity and unity, and learn how the church must begin to pursue greater diversity if we are going to fulfill Jesus’ mission.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5840068 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 2764 full false Tightrope | Addition by Multiplication Tightrope | Addition by Multiplication When Jesus set about to accomplish His Father’s mission, He could have done it in any number of ways, but He chose to do His work through ordinary people. Men and women who were flawed and weak and often ignorant. He sent His disciples out two by two, and later told them to “go into all the world.” This small band of brothers grew and grew and within one generation, the mighty Roman Empire was being impacted by Jesus’ followers. God has and will accomplish global transformation through the faithfulness of groups of people who are fully devoted to Him. Join us for part four of Tightrope where we will explore Southside’s commitment to kingdom expansion through small groups multiplication. 

]]> When Jesus set about to accomplish His Father’s mission, He could have done it in any number of ways, but He chose to do His work through ordinary people. Men and women who were flawed and weak and often ignorant. He sent His disciples out two by two, and later told them to “go into all the world.” This small band of brothers grew and grew and within one generation, the mighty Roman Empire was being impacted by Jesus’ followers. God has and will accomplish global transformation through the faithfulness of groups of people who are fully devoted to Him. Join us for part four of Tightrope where we will explore Southside’s commitment to kingdom expansion through small groups multiplication. 

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-5732371 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 2723 full false Tightrope | Praying with Our Eyes Wide Open Tightrope | Praying with Our Eyes Wide Open Does God want us to retreat from the world and spend all of our time seeking Him in prayer and solitude, or has He called us to go into the world as ambassadors of His coming kingdom? The answer is, “Yes!” For many believers, and most churches, the choice between practicing a prayerful, contemplative faith is always held in contrast and opposition to practicing an active faith. But Jesus not only called us to both, He spent His earthly ministry modeling the importance of each. At Southside, we believe the character of our prayers determines the character of our ministry. Join us for part three of Tightrope as we continue to explore our core values and how they shape who we are and who we hope to become.

]]> Does God want us to retreat from the world and spend all of our time seeking Him in prayer and solitude, or has He called us to go into the world as ambassadors of His coming kingdom? The answer is, “Yes!” For many believers, and most churches, the choice between practicing a prayerful, contemplative faith is always held in contrast and opposition to practicing an active faith. But Jesus not only called us to both, He spent His earthly ministry modeling the importance of each. At Southside, we believe the character of our prayers determines the character of our ministry. Join us for part three of Tightrope as we continue to explore our core values and how they shape who we are and who we hope to become.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5624806 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2573 full false Tightrope | The Secret to Loving Everyone Always Tightrope | The Secret to Loving Everyone Always Before leaving His disciples, Jesus gave them one commandment to obey and a great mission to accomplish. His Great Commandment was to love God and love others. His Great Commission was to go into all the world to make disciples. These verses are among His most often repeated words. At Southside, we believe a great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will build a great church. If we are going to follow Jesus, we must do both. Join us for part two of Tightrope where we will consider the important tension that exists between these two directives and the dangers of doing one without the other.

]]> Before leaving His disciples, Jesus gave them one commandment to obey and a great mission to accomplish. His Great Commandment was to love God and love others. His Great Commission was to go into all the world to make disciples. These verses are among His most often repeated words. At Southside, we believe a great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will build a great church. If we are going to follow Jesus, we must do both. Join us for part two of Tightrope where we will consider the important tension that exists between these two directives and the dangers of doing one without the other.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5500663 Sat, 19 Sep 2020 17:00:00 -0400 1852 full false Tightrope | The Bible Tells Me So Tightrope | The Bible Tells Me So Maybe you grew up in an environment where the answers to all of your hard questions began with the words, “The Bible says . . ." Those answers probably satisfied many of your questions, but perhaps there were other times when you still wondered. It is no surprise that a core value for this and many other churches is a commitment to the reliability and authority of the Bible. Unfortunately that value, apart from an understanding of the Gospel, can lead to legalism and a distortion of Jesus’ teachings. Join us for part one of Tightrope where we explore the healthy tension between being biblically grounded and Gospel-centered.

]]> Maybe you grew up in an environment where the answers to all of your hard questions began with the words, “The Bible says . . ." Those answers probably satisfied many of your questions, but perhaps there were other times when you still wondered. It is no surprise that a core value for this and many other churches is a commitment to the reliability and authority of the Bible. Unfortunately that value, apart from an understanding of the Gospel, can lead to legalism and a distortion of Jesus’ teachings. Join us for part one of Tightrope where we explore the healthy tension between being biblically grounded and Gospel-centered.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5401126 Sun, 13 Sep 2020 17:00:00 -0400 2013 full false Jeremiah | Hope is a Verb Jeremiah | Hope is a Verb Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5281554 Sat, 05 Sep 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2187 full false Jeremiah | For the City Jeremiah | For the City While not many people have experienced being exiled from their country and carried into captivity, most of us have had to leave places we didn’t want to leave to go to places we didn’t want to go. Circumstances may have forced you to change jobs, relocate, change schools, and leave people you love to be with people you don’t even like! How should we respond to being exiled? Is it possible that God uses times of exile to draw us closer to Himself? Join us for part 7 of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as Pastor Gary looks at Jeremiah’s letter to the exiles and explores what it means to live in exile with God.

]]> While not many people have experienced being exiled from their country and carried into captivity, most of us have had to leave places we didn’t want to leave to go to places we didn’t want to go. Circumstances may have forced you to change jobs, relocate, change schools, and leave people you love to be with people you don’t even like! How should we respond to being exiled? Is it possible that God uses times of exile to draw us closer to Himself? Join us for part 7 of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as Pastor Gary looks at Jeremiah’s letter to the exiles and explores what it means to live in exile with God.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5190991 Sat, 29 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0400 1761 full false Jeremiah | Burning Scrolls Jeremiah | Burning Scrolls God told Jeremiah to record His words on a scroll and deliver them to the king, but the king cut up and burned the scroll and then went after Jeremiah and his scribe for treason. While we may not take scissors to the pages of the Bible today, we often cut out the parts we don’t like by ignoring them. We may not engage in book burnings, but our refusal to acknowledge God’s Word is no less dangerous. Join us for part 6 of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as Pastor Gary Webber explores what Jeremiah has to teach us about the nature of God’s Word.

]]> God told Jeremiah to record His words on a scroll and deliver them to the king, but the king cut up and burned the scroll and then went after Jeremiah and his scribe for treason. While we may not take scissors to the pages of the Bible today, we often cut out the parts we don’t like by ignoring them. We may not engage in book burnings, but our refusal to acknowledge God’s Word is no less dangerous. Join us for part 6 of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as Pastor Gary Webber explores what Jeremiah has to teach us about the nature of God’s Word.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5092891 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1904 full false Jeremiah | Persecuted Jeremiah | Persecuted Jeremiah was part of a religious revival in the nation of Judah.  People were feeling good about their country and their public displays of religious commitment.  While Jeremiah was growing increasingly suspicious of this movement, another preacher was embracing the moment and riding the tide of popular public opinion. Join us for part five of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City where we will discover that a prophet who is truly for the city doesn’t simply smooth things over, but rather, seeks to make things right.

]]> Jeremiah was part of a religious revival in the nation of Judah.  People were feeling good about their country and their public displays of religious commitment.  While Jeremiah was growing increasingly suspicious of this movement, another preacher was embracing the moment and riding the tide of popular public opinion. Join us for part five of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City where we will discover that a prophet who is truly for the city doesn’t simply smooth things over, but rather, seeks to make things right.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5016020 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0400 2010 full false Jeremiah | A New Creation Jeremiah | A New Creation Jeremiah loved illustrations. As he passed by the potter’s house, he recognized that God, like the potter, had shaped and could reshape His creation into something new. Join us for part four of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City where we will celebrate the new creation God is making in men and women who have made a public profession of their faith in Jesus Christ through baptism.

]]> Jeremiah loved illustrations. As he passed by the potter’s house, he recognized that God, like the potter, had shaped and could reshape His creation into something new. Join us for part four of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City where we will celebrate the new creation God is making in men and women who have made a public profession of their faith in Jesus Christ through baptism.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-5015516 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 08:00:00 -0400 1655 full false Jeremiah | Deceitful Heart Jeremiah | Deceitful Heart We don’t like the word “sin.” We prefer the word “mistake.” But a mistake, by definition, is not intentional, whereas a sin implies a more sinister intention. Sin isn’t just about behavior, it is primarily about the condition of our heart. Join us for part three of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City, where we will explore the true nature of sin and the only cure for an incurably deceitful heart. 

]]> We don’t like the word “sin.” We prefer the word “mistake.” But a mistake, by definition, is not intentional, whereas a sin implies a more sinister intention. Sin isn’t just about behavior, it is primarily about the condition of our heart. Join us for part three of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City, where we will explore the true nature of sin and the only cure for an incurably deceitful heart. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4795433 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1967 full false Jeremiah | Counterfeit Religion Jeremiah | Counterfeit Religion History is full of examples of decay and reform; revolution and counter-revolution. From politics and the economy to morality and religion, humans are in a continual battle for the right to define what is right. Is there an objective standard beyond human control or definition?  If so, who gets to determine what it is? Join us for part two of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City, where we explore how Jeremiah confronted the counterfeit religious reforms of his day and what the church might learn from them today.

]]> History is full of examples of decay and reform; revolution and counter-revolution. From politics and the economy to morality and religion, humans are in a continual battle for the right to define what is right. Is there an objective standard beyond human control or definition?  If so, who gets to determine what it is? Join us for part two of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City, where we explore how Jeremiah confronted the counterfeit religious reforms of his day and what the church might learn from them today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4703471 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2599 full false Jeremiah | Before Jeremiah | Before Before Jeremiah was born, God chose him for a purpose.  This isn’t only true for Jeremiah, but for every person who has ever lived.  To be created in God’s image is to be created for a purpose. Paul said, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which He has prepared in advance for us to do,” (Ephesians 2:10).  Join us for part one of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as we explore God’s call to join Him in His great redemptive work.

]]> Before Jeremiah was born, God chose him for a purpose.  This isn’t only true for Jeremiah, but for every person who has ever lived.  To be created in God’s image is to be created for a purpose. Paul said, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which He has prepared in advance for us to do,” (Ephesians 2:10).  Join us for part one of Jeremiah: A Prophet for the City as we explore God’s call to join Him in His great redemptive work.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4610006 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2359 full false The Little Things | Two Undercover Disciples and a Funeral The Little Things | Two Undercover Disciples and a Funeral The Christian faith is based entirely on a single event in history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But what if no one had ever known about that event? What if the circumstances of Jesus’ burial had been different? What if His body hadn’t been laid in a tomb, but rather tossed in the city dump like so many other executed criminals? If there had been no tomb, no one could have known that a tomb was empty.  Join us for the final message in the “Little Things” series as Pastor Gary explores why two men’s little act of courage may be the reason we know about Jesus’ resurrection today.

]]> The Christian faith is based entirely on a single event in history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But what if no one had ever known about that event? What if the circumstances of Jesus’ burial had been different? What if His body hadn’t been laid in a tomb, but rather tossed in the city dump like so many other executed criminals? If there had been no tomb, no one could have known that a tomb was empty.  Join us for the final message in the “Little Things” series as Pastor Gary explores why two men’s little act of courage may be the reason we know about Jesus’ resurrection today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4504301 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2325 full false The Little Things | Sit Down The Little Things | Sit Down Before Jesus performed one of His most well-known miracles -- the feeding of 5,000 -- He required a small act of faith -- a little thing -- from the crowd. Jesus may be calling us to “sit down” in our marriage, parenting, job, congregation, etc., before He does a mighty act.

]]> Before Jesus performed one of His most well-known miracles -- the feeding of 5,000 -- He required a small act of faith -- a little thing -- from the crowd. Jesus may be calling us to “sit down” in our marriage, parenting, job, congregation, etc., before He does a mighty act.

]]> Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-4437698 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2214 full false The Little Things | A Widow and Her Offering The Little Things | A Widow and Her Offering As Jesus watched people bring forward their offerings in the temple, He pointed out a shocking contrast. While many people made a show of their extravagant gifts and offerings, it was a quiet and unassuming poor widow who made the biggest offering of all. Join us for part four of The Little Things where we  discover the truth about the little money we have.

]]> As Jesus watched people bring forward their offerings in the temple, He pointed out a shocking contrast. While many people made a show of their extravagant gifts and offerings, it was a quiet and unassuming poor widow who made the biggest offering of all. Join us for part four of The Little Things where we  discover the truth about the little money we have.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4319447 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0400 2785 full false Hymns of Hope and Encouragement #2 Hymns of Hope and Encouragement #2 Listen along as we're led in music by Eddie Lockamy, Katelyn McClain, Justin Johns, Sara Hetzel, and Gwen Hernandez.

]]> Listen along as we're led in music by Eddie Lockamy, Katelyn McClain, Justin Johns, Sara Hetzel, and Gwen Hernandez.

]]> Eddie Lockamy Buzzsprout-4256867 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0400 3018 full false The Little Things | A Boy and His Slingshot The Little Things | A Boy and His Slingshot The life and rule of King David are recorded in the Old Testament. He is seen as a hero of great faith who overcame many obstacles during his reign. However, David’s face is clearly seen in a scene before his coronation. As he fought Goliath, God used his weakness so others will see and trust in His strength. Join us for the third message in The Little Things to understand how a foolish boy was able to shame a great army with a few little stones. 

]]> The life and rule of King David are recorded in the Old Testament. He is seen as a hero of great faith who overcame many obstacles during his reign. However, David’s face is clearly seen in a scene before his coronation. As he fought Goliath, God used his weakness so others will see and trust in His strength. Join us for the third message in The Little Things to understand how a foolish boy was able to shame a great army with a few little stones. 

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-4243511 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2447 full false The Little Things | A Fugitive and His Walking Stick The Little Things | A Fugitive and His Walking Stick When we look back on the life of Moses, we think of some of the most amazing events recorded in the Bible. We see him bravely leading the Israelites out of captivity, parting the Red Sea, walking down the mountain with the ten commandments. God used Moses to accomplish some BIG things, but it all started with Moses obeying one little command to lay down his walking stick. No big deal, right? Join us for the second message in The Little Things to learn how God makes much of the little things we surrender to Him.

]]> When we look back on the life of Moses, we think of some of the most amazing events recorded in the Bible. We see him bravely leading the Israelites out of captivity, parting the Red Sea, walking down the mountain with the ten commandments. God used Moses to accomplish some BIG things, but it all started with Moses obeying one little command to lay down his walking stick. No big deal, right? Join us for the second message in The Little Things to learn how God makes much of the little things we surrender to Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4158725 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0400 2265 full false The Little Things | A Woman and Her Dough The Little Things | A Woman and Her Dough Leaven is used throughout the Bible as an example of a little thing that makes a big change. Jesus warned His followers against the “leaven of the pharisees,” but also compared the Kingdom of God to leaven worked into dough. From both a positive and a negative perspective, Jesus wants us to know that little things matter. Join us for the first message in “The Little Things” as we learn the secret of leaven and how small ways of being or thinking spread to create a lasting effect.

]]> Leaven is used throughout the Bible as an example of a little thing that makes a big change. Jesus warned His followers against the “leaven of the pharisees,” but also compared the Kingdom of God to leaven worked into dough. From both a positive and a negative perspective, Jesus wants us to know that little things matter. Join us for the first message in “The Little Things” as we learn the secret of leaven and how small ways of being or thinking spread to create a lasting effect.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-4059956 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400 2871 full false Pause | The Pause in Heaven Pause | The Pause in Heaven In the final message in the Pause series, Pastor Gary Webber explores the meaning of the 30 minutes of silence John witnessed in Revelation and how that short pause reminds us that God is patiently waiting for us.

]]> In the final message in the Pause series, Pastor Gary Webber explores the meaning of the 30 minutes of silence John witnessed in Revelation and how that short pause reminds us that God is patiently waiting for us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3981359 Sun, 31 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400 2266 full false Pause | Building an Enduring Church Pause | Building an Enduring Church The strength of our faith is not determined by how we respond to the victories and successes in life. Faith can only be made stronger through trials and hardships. To have an enduring, resilient faith means having a faith that is tested. What is true for individuals is also true for any church. An enduring church is a church that has been tested. Join us for a message exploring how God is using COVID-19 to stretch and strengthen the faith of His church.

]]> The strength of our faith is not determined by how we respond to the victories and successes in life. Faith can only be made stronger through trials and hardships. To have an enduring, resilient faith means having a faith that is tested. What is true for individuals is also true for any church. An enduring church is a church that has been tested. Join us for a message exploring how God is using COVID-19 to stretch and strengthen the faith of His church.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3888407 Sun, 24 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2038 full false Pause | When God Whispers Your Name Pause | When God Whispers Your Name Have you ever heard someone say, “God said to me...” and wondered how they could be so confident that it was God speaking to them? Have you ever wondered what God’s voice sounds like? Would you know it if you heard it? Throughout the Scriptures, we frequently read about people hearing God’s voice. While it is different every time, there are certain patterns we can see. Join us for a message from 1 Samuel and tips for recognizing God’s voice.

]]> Have you ever heard someone say, “God said to me...” and wondered how they could be so confident that it was God speaking to them? Have you ever wondered what God’s voice sounds like? Would you know it if you heard it? Throughout the Scriptures, we frequently read about people hearing God’s voice. While it is different every time, there are certain patterns we can see. Join us for a message from 1 Samuel and tips for recognizing God’s voice.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3791552 Sun, 17 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2700 full false Pause | Underfoot Pause | Underfoot To “sit at the feet” of a rabbi was to assume a posture of submission to that particular rabbi’s teachings. While Jesus had many disciples, it is interesting that we don’t read about them sitting at His feet. There is one notable exception, however. There is one of Jesus' disciples who is found repeatedly at the feet of Jesus. No, it’s not Peter, James, or John. In fact, it isn’t any of the twelve apostles or the countless other men who followed Jesus. It is, instead, Mary. 

Join us on Mother’s Day for a message examining when and why Mary so frequently paused at Jesus’ feet and how we can learn from her example.

]]> To “sit at the feet” of a rabbi was to assume a posture of submission to that particular rabbi’s teachings. While Jesus had many disciples, it is interesting that we don’t read about them sitting at His feet. There is one notable exception, however. There is one of Jesus' disciples who is found repeatedly at the feet of Jesus. No, it’s not Peter, James, or John. In fact, it isn’t any of the twelve apostles or the countless other men who followed Jesus. It is, instead, Mary. 

Join us on Mother’s Day for a message examining when and why Mary so frequently paused at Jesus’ feet and how we can learn from her example.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3695371 Sun, 10 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400 1682 full false Pause | Isolated Pause | Isolated Many in our society still stigmatize depression and mental illness, but some of the greatest heroes of the Bible struggled with bouts of severe depression. Join us online for part 6 of Pause where we consider the story of Elijah to learn how we might avoid or overcome depression and how, if we are willing to recognize Him, God offers to meet us in the midst of our anxiety to comfort and transform us for His purpose.

]]> Many in our society still stigmatize depression and mental illness, but some of the greatest heroes of the Bible struggled with bouts of severe depression. Join us online for part 6 of Pause where we consider the story of Elijah to learn how we might avoid or overcome depression and how, if we are willing to recognize Him, God offers to meet us in the midst of our anxiety to comfort and transform us for His purpose.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3597199 Sun, 03 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400 1236 full false Hymns of Hope and Encouragement Hymns of Hope and Encouragement Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3556534 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0400 2380 full false Pause | Vacuums, Despots, and COVID-19 Pause | Vacuums, Despots, and COVID-19 Aristotle said, “Nature abhors a vacuum,” meaning that every space in nature needs to be filled with something. This isn’t only true about black holes; it is true of the human soul. Jesus identified this truth by telling a strange story of an exorcism gone bad. But upon closer examination, we discover that Jesus’ warning is about much more than exorcism. He is warning us about the empty spaces in our lives and the consequences of ignoring those vacancies. Join us for part five of Pause as we consider the vacuum that has been created as a result of COVID-19 and how we can avoid the dangerous consequences of the void. 

]]> Aristotle said, “Nature abhors a vacuum,” meaning that every space in nature needs to be filled with something. This isn’t only true about black holes; it is true of the human soul. Jesus identified this truth by telling a strange story of an exorcism gone bad. But upon closer examination, we discover that Jesus’ warning is about much more than exorcism. He is warning us about the empty spaces in our lives and the consequences of ignoring those vacancies. Join us for part five of Pause as we consider the vacuum that has been created as a result of COVID-19 and how we can avoid the dangerous consequences of the void. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3503887 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400 1460 full false Pause | Saturday, Fish Guts, and COVID-19 Pause | Saturday, Fish Guts, and COVID-19 Most people don’t like silence. Even those who claim to crave it, grow weary of it if it lasts too long. In a world filled with noise, silence can be deafening, even disturbing. We especially don’t like it when God is silent. We may even assume that God’s silence means that He is absent. But there is evidence throughout the scriptures that God often chooses to work through the silent seasons of our lives. Join us online for part 4 of Pause where we examine the story of Jonah in the belly of a fish to see how God may be using times of silence and isolation to rescue us.

]]> Most people don’t like silence. Even those who claim to crave it, grow weary of it if it lasts too long. In a world filled with noise, silence can be deafening, even disturbing. We especially don’t like it when God is silent. We may even assume that God’s silence means that He is absent. But there is evidence throughout the scriptures that God often chooses to work through the silent seasons of our lives. Join us online for part 4 of Pause where we examine the story of Jonah in the belly of a fish to see how God may be using times of silence and isolation to rescue us.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3413836 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 22:00:00 -0400 1808 full false Pause | Letting Go Pause | Letting Go Letting go is hard. When Mary first realized that Jesus was alive, she wanted to grab hold of Him and never let Him go. Jesus, however, told Mary that she couldn't hold on. She had to let go. Jesus wasn’t going to stay, and things could never go back to the way they were before. We often try to cling to the past when God is inviting us into His presence. A presence that will lead us to a future that we can only experience if we are willing to let go of the past and embrace His plans. Join us online for a special Easter Sunday message about how the unexpected pauses in our lives might be God’s invitation to let go.

]]> Letting go is hard. When Mary first realized that Jesus was alive, she wanted to grab hold of Him and never let Him go. Jesus, however, told Mary that she couldn't hold on. She had to let go. Jesus wasn’t going to stay, and things could never go back to the way they were before. We often try to cling to the past when God is inviting us into His presence. A presence that will lead us to a future that we can only experience if we are willing to let go of the past and embrace His plans. Join us online for a special Easter Sunday message about how the unexpected pauses in our lives might be God’s invitation to let go.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3329491 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400 1254 full false Pause | Watch and Pray Pause | Watch and Pray We do everything we can to avoid painful realities. There are two techniques that have proven especially effective, however. These are hyperactivity and sedation. On one hand, we keep ourselves so busy that we stay ahead of the painful realities of our lives, and on the other, we sedate ourselves so we can sleep through the pain. We rush around all day until we finally crash, only to awaken to start the cycle all over again. Meanwhile, our souls are shriveling away. Join us for part 2 of Pause, where we learn the difference between pausing and sleeping and how God is inviting us into a deeper relationship with Him.

]]> We do everything we can to avoid painful realities. There are two techniques that have proven especially effective, however. These are hyperactivity and sedation. On one hand, we keep ourselves so busy that we stay ahead of the painful realities of our lives, and on the other, we sedate ourselves so we can sleep through the pain. We rush around all day until we finally crash, only to awaken to start the cycle all over again. Meanwhile, our souls are shriveling away. Join us for part 2 of Pause, where we learn the difference between pausing and sleeping and how God is inviting us into a deeper relationship with Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3240388 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400 1173 full false Pause | The Unexpected Sabbath Q & A Pause | The Unexpected Sabbath Q & A Best thoughts and ideas about jump starting or boosting your prayer life during the “pause”...

The Papa Prayer: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Prayer: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Celebration of Disipline: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

The Practice of the Presence of God: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Garden City: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

The Prayer Journey series: https://ssbc.org/sermon-series/the-pr...

One series: https://ssbc.org/sermon-series/one/

]]> Best thoughts and ideas about jump starting or boosting your prayer life during the “pause”...

The Papa Prayer: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Prayer: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Celebration of Disipline: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

The Practice of the Presence of God: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

Garden City: https://www.sanmarcobooksandmore.com/...

The Prayer Journey series: https://ssbc.org/sermon-series/the-pr...

One series: https://ssbc.org/sermon-series/one/

]]> Gary Lee Webber, Darren Sides, Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-3190717 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 20:00:00 -0400 2840 full false Pause | The Unexpected Sabbath Pause | The Unexpected Sabbath The world has come to a standstill. Schools are shut down, businesses have closed, travel has slowed to a crawl, the economy is tanking, and even churches have been forced to close their doors. The novel coronavirus (or Covid-19) was designated a pandemic by the World Health Organization, forcing everyone to take extraordinary precautions in order to slow the spread of this deadly disease. Many people are justifiably concerned about the health implications of this pandemic as well as the shut-down’s effect on the global economy and our way of life. The requirement for “social distancing” is also creating increased isolation and is adding to an overall sense of fear and anxiety. 

Apart from the very real health concerns surrounding this coronavirus, the unexpected Pause in our daily routines may also be revealing our society’s addiction to busyness and a frantic pace of life. Is it possible that we’ve become so accustomed to the noise and busyness of our world, that we’ve grown deaf to God’s still small voice? Could a silver lining of this unexpected Pause be the opportunity to draw closer to God and experience deeper community?

Join us online each Sunday throughout the coronavirus shut down for a special series exploring how God speaks to us in the interruptions of life, and how we can use this Pause to draw closer to Him.

]]> The world has come to a standstill. Schools are shut down, businesses have closed, travel has slowed to a crawl, the economy is tanking, and even churches have been forced to close their doors. The novel coronavirus (or Covid-19) was designated a pandemic by the World Health Organization, forcing everyone to take extraordinary precautions in order to slow the spread of this deadly disease. Many people are justifiably concerned about the health implications of this pandemic as well as the shut-down’s effect on the global economy and our way of life. The requirement for “social distancing” is also creating increased isolation and is adding to an overall sense of fear and anxiety. 

Apart from the very real health concerns surrounding this coronavirus, the unexpected Pause in our daily routines may also be revealing our society’s addiction to busyness and a frantic pace of life. Is it possible that we’ve become so accustomed to the noise and busyness of our world, that we’ve grown deaf to God’s still small voice? Could a silver lining of this unexpected Pause be the opportunity to draw closer to God and experience deeper community?

Join us online each Sunday throughout the coronavirus shut down for a special series exploring how God speaks to us in the interruptions of life, and how we can use this Pause to draw closer to Him.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3158188 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -0400 1762 full false Losing My Religion Q & A Losing My Religion Q & A Join us as Pastors Gary Webber, Todd Kornahrens, and Darren Sides respond to your comments and questions about the Losing My Religion sermon series.

]]> Join us as Pastors Gary Webber, Todd Kornahrens, and Darren Sides respond to your comments and questions about the Losing My Religion sermon series.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3095242 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 20:00:00 -0400 2783 full false Losing My Religion | The Day Religion Died Losing My Religion | The Day Religion Died In this, the final installment of Losing My Religion, we also consider how religion led to Jesus’ crucifixion and how His death on the cross marks the day religion died. Pastor Gary will discuss the surprising similarities between religion and secular humanism and how both fall short of their promises to bring us peace. 

]]> In this, the final installment of Losing My Religion, we also consider how religion led to Jesus’ crucifixion and how His death on the cross marks the day religion died. Pastor Gary will discuss the surprising similarities between religion and secular humanism and how both fall short of their promises to bring us peace. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3065167 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 1463 full false Losing My Religion | Tribal Identities Losing My Religion | Tribal Identities We all carry many identities: mother, son, doctor, student, American, Refugee, white, black, conservative, progressive, Southern Baptist, Atheist. The list can go on and on. In a culture that is increasingly divided by our identities, we must recognize the need to rest our identity in Christ. Only when our identity is in Christ can we transcend our tribal identities and truly love our neighbors. Join us for part 7 of Losing My Religion where we will look at the problem and solution to one of our cultural issues preventing true community today.

]]> We all carry many identities: mother, son, doctor, student, American, Refugee, white, black, conservative, progressive, Southern Baptist, Atheist. The list can go on and on. In a culture that is increasingly divided by our identities, we must recognize the need to rest our identity in Christ. Only when our identity is in Christ can we transcend our tribal identities and truly love our neighbors. Join us for part 7 of Losing My Religion where we will look at the problem and solution to one of our cultural issues preventing true community today.

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-3014368 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2576 full false Losing My Religion | Religious Skubala Losing My Religion | Religious Skubala The people of God are routinely warned against profanity. From Proverbs in the Old Testament, to the words of Jesus in the Gospels, and throughout the New Testament, believers are constantly warned about the dangers of an untamed tongue. So what could possibly have driven a man who wrote the majority of the books in our New Testament to cuss? Join us for part 6 of Losing My Religion where we look at one of the most provocative words recorded in Scripture and learn what could possibly have driven the Apostle Paul to the point of losing his religion!

]]> The people of God are routinely warned against profanity. From Proverbs in the Old Testament, to the words of Jesus in the Gospels, and throughout the New Testament, believers are constantly warned about the dangers of an untamed tongue. So what could possibly have driven a man who wrote the majority of the books in our New Testament to cuss? Join us for part 6 of Losing My Religion where we look at one of the most provocative words recorded in Scripture and learn what could possibly have driven the Apostle Paul to the point of losing his religion!

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2957578 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:00:00 -0400 2138 full false Losing My Religion | House of Cards Losing My Religion | House of Cards On April 15, 2019, the world watched in horror as the cathedral at Notre Dame burned. Estimates for rebuilding the cathedral are now approaching 2 billion dollars. The secular French government has committed to its reconstruction, “no matter the cost.” For many, Notre Dame and buildings like it stand as a representation of their religious traditions. For others, it is more about national pride and the cathedral’s history, art and architecture. The destruction of such buildings is a tragedy affecting people from all walks of life. By the time of Jesus, the Temple in Jerusalem had been destroyed and rebuilt. Its destruction was a painful scar in Jewish history. So it's no wonder that people were upset when Jesus seemed to suggest they should tear it down and that He would rebuild it in 3 days. Join us for part 5 of Losing My Religionwhere we will look at the difference between the church that Jesus built, and the religious structures built by man.  

]]> On April 15, 2019, the world watched in horror as the cathedral at Notre Dame burned. Estimates for rebuilding the cathedral are now approaching 2 billion dollars. The secular French government has committed to its reconstruction, “no matter the cost.” For many, Notre Dame and buildings like it stand as a representation of their religious traditions. For others, it is more about national pride and the cathedral’s history, art and architecture. The destruction of such buildings is a tragedy affecting people from all walks of life. By the time of Jesus, the Temple in Jerusalem had been destroyed and rebuilt. Its destruction was a painful scar in Jewish history. So it's no wonder that people were upset when Jesus seemed to suggest they should tear it down and that He would rebuild it in 3 days. Join us for part 5 of Losing My Religionwhere we will look at the difference between the church that Jesus built, and the religious structures built by man.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2892250 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0500 2365 full false Losing My Religion | Bad Religion Losing My Religion | Bad Religion The word “religion” stirs all kinds of emotions in us. They may be positive emotions associated with faith, traditions, and our connection with God. Or, they could be negative memories of manipulation, hypocrisy, or abuse. You might expect the Bible to offer a purely positive definition of “religion,” but in reality, the Bible offers more warnings about the dangers of religion than a positive defense of it. Join us for part three of Losing My Religion where we explore the difference between good and bad religion.

]]> The word “religion” stirs all kinds of emotions in us. They may be positive emotions associated with faith, traditions, and our connection with God. Or, they could be negative memories of manipulation, hypocrisy, or abuse. You might expect the Bible to offer a purely positive definition of “religion,” but in reality, the Bible offers more warnings about the dangers of religion than a positive defense of it. Join us for part three of Losing My Religion where we explore the difference between good and bad religion.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2818861 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 15:00:00 -0500 2263 full false Losing My Religion | The Holy Hand Grenade Losing My Religion | The Holy Hand Grenade The Bible is the best-selling book of all time. It is considered by many to be the foundation of two major world religions. It has been used by all kinds of people to justify all kinds of good and bad things done in the name of religion. But what if the Bible is not primarily a religious text, but a record of the failure of religion? What if the Bible is not the treasure, but merely the map pointing us to it? Join us for part 2 of Losing My Religion as we consider how Jesus read the Bible and came to a very irreligious conclusion. 

]]> The Bible is the best-selling book of all time. It is considered by many to be the foundation of two major world religions. It has been used by all kinds of people to justify all kinds of good and bad things done in the name of religion. But what if the Bible is not primarily a religious text, but a record of the failure of religion? What if the Bible is not the treasure, but merely the map pointing us to it? Join us for part 2 of Losing My Religion as we consider how Jesus read the Bible and came to a very irreligious conclusion. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2764720 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 12:00:00 -0500 1953 full false Losing My Religion | Licking Cups Losing My Religion | Licking Cups Recent surveys have revealed that a growing number of people no longer identify with any religion. They do not claim to be protestant or catholic, they are not affiliated with Islam or Hinduism, they simply claim no religious affiliation. They have come to be known as “nons.” If this group were its own religion, it would be the fastest growing in America. Jesus was a friend to the irreligious. He attracted the sinners and the tax collectors while the religious people of Jesus’ day were often at odds with His teachings and methods. Perhaps this is because Jesus did not come to make people religious, but to invite them into a relationship. The great irony Christianity is that it was founded by a man who came to end religion, not start a new one. Join us for a series exploring the irreligious teachings of Jesus and what they mean for us today.

]]> Recent surveys have revealed that a growing number of people no longer identify with any religion. They do not claim to be protestant or catholic, they are not affiliated with Islam or Hinduism, they simply claim no religious affiliation. They have come to be known as “nons.” If this group were its own religion, it would be the fastest growing in America. Jesus was a friend to the irreligious. He attracted the sinners and the tax collectors while the religious people of Jesus’ day were often at odds with His teachings and methods. Perhaps this is because Jesus did not come to make people religious, but to invite them into a relationship. The great irony Christianity is that it was founded by a man who came to end religion, not start a new one. Join us for a series exploring the irreligious teachings of Jesus and what they mean for us today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2703985 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 12:00:00 -0500 2330 full false Go Fish! | Andy Brings a Crowd Go Fish! | Andy Brings a Crowd A crowd of gentiles wanted to approach Jesus but were not sure if they could since they were not Jewish. Cultural and social barriers still get in the way of the message of the Gospel today. Join us for part four of Go Fish! and see how Andrew responded to the crowds’ request to see Jesus.  

]]> A crowd of gentiles wanted to approach Jesus but were not sure if they could since they were not Jewish. Cultural and social barriers still get in the way of the message of the Gospel today. Join us for part four of Go Fish! and see how Andrew responded to the crowds’ request to see Jesus.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2638999 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2408 full false Meet Your Deacons | Teresa Parker Meet Your Deacons | Teresa Parker Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Teresa Parker Buzzsprout-2591614 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:00:00 -0500 624 full false Go Fish! | Andy Finds Lunch Go Fish! | Andy Finds Lunch When we think about becoming fishers of people, we can become overwhelmed by the need. There are literally billions of people on the planet and the task of sharing the good news with all of them seems impossible. Jesus’ first disciples faced a similarly overwhelming situation when Jesus told them to feed a crowd of more than 5,000 people. Philip became overwhelmed, but Andrew focused on one small child and through that child, Jesus provided for everyone. Join us for part three of Go Fish! where we learn the importance of doing for one what you wish you could do for all.

]]> When we think about becoming fishers of people, we can become overwhelmed by the need. There are literally billions of people on the planet and the task of sharing the good news with all of them seems impossible. Jesus’ first disciples faced a similarly overwhelming situation when Jesus told them to feed a crowd of more than 5,000 people. Philip became overwhelmed, but Andrew focused on one small child and through that child, Jesus provided for everyone. Join us for part three of Go Fish! where we learn the importance of doing for one what you wish you could do for all.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2580433 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2070 full false Meet Your Deacons | Molly Howard Meet Your Deacons | Molly Howard Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Molly Howard Buzzsprout-2527285 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 15:00:00 -0500 853 full false Go Fish! | Andy Goes Fishing Go Fish! | Andy Goes Fishing Talking to other people about faith is a scary thought. The fear of rejection and damaged relationships often keeps us silent on issues of faith and our deepest held beliefs about God. Join us for part two of “Go Fish!” where we see how two of Jesus’ lesser known disciples boldly shared their new found faith in Jesus and those acts of courage changed the course of eternity.

]]> Talking to other people about faith is a scary thought. The fear of rejection and damaged relationships often keeps us silent on issues of faith and our deepest held beliefs about God. Join us for part two of “Go Fish!” where we see how two of Jesus’ lesser known disciples boldly shared their new found faith in Jesus and those acts of courage changed the course of eternity.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2526898 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0500 2253 full false Meet Your Deacons - Darlene DePratter Meet Your Deacons - Darlene DePratter Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2446133 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0500 514 full false Go Fish | The Invitation Go Fish | The Invitation Jesus’ call to discipleship includes the promise of a career change. His first disciples all left their jobs when they answered Jesus’ call. Some left their tax booths, others left their fishing nets, but everyone who followed Jesus gave up one job for something new. What kind of career offer did Jesus make these guys? Did He call them to become great theologians, or teachers, or Military leaders? No. Instead, Jesus simply said, “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” Jesus’ invitation remains the same today. Jesus’ followers fish. That’s what they do! Join us for a series exploring the life of Andrew and how his habit of bringing people to Jesus still sets an example for us today.

]]> Jesus’ call to discipleship includes the promise of a career change. His first disciples all left their jobs when they answered Jesus’ call. Some left their tax booths, others left their fishing nets, but everyone who followed Jesus gave up one job for something new. What kind of career offer did Jesus make these guys? Did He call them to become great theologians, or teachers, or Military leaders? No. Instead, Jesus simply said, “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” Jesus’ invitation remains the same today. Jesus’ followers fish. That’s what they do! Join us for a series exploring the life of Andrew and how his habit of bringing people to Jesus still sets an example for us today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2470976 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0500 1938 full false 2020 Vision 2020 Vision Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2413613 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2016 full false Meet Your Deacons - Richard Beckwith Meet Your Deacons - Richard Beckwith Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Richard Beckwith Buzzsprout-2407991 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0500 877 full false Saving Christmas from the Calendar Saving Christmas from the Calendar The incarnation didn’t just happen once upon a time a long time ago. When Jesus was preparing to leave His disciples, He promised them that the Holy Spirit would come and take up residence in their hearts, empowering them to carry the Gospel to the ends of the earth. This means that the incarnation continues in the lives of men and women fully submitted to God. We (the church) are now the hands and feet of Jesus in the world. Join us for the final message in the Saving Christmas series as we explore what it means to live like every day is Christmas.

]]> The incarnation didn’t just happen once upon a time a long time ago. When Jesus was preparing to leave His disciples, He promised them that the Holy Spirit would come and take up residence in their hearts, empowering them to carry the Gospel to the ends of the earth. This means that the incarnation continues in the lives of men and women fully submitted to God. We (the church) are now the hands and feet of Jesus in the world. Join us for the final message in the Saving Christmas series as we explore what it means to live like every day is Christmas.

]]> Caleb Cronic Buzzsprout-2375702 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 1829 full false Meet Your Deacons - Amber Labagh Meet Your Deacons - Amber Labagh Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Amber Labagh Buzzsprout-2367344 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 755 full false Christmas Eve in San Marco Christmas Eve in San Marco Blake Bennett Buzzsprout-2367401 Tue, 24 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0500 1012 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Elvis Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Elvis Blue Christmas isn’t just a song, it’s a reality for many people for whom the holidays stir up all kinds of sadness and depression. Two-thousand years ago, at the birth of Jesus, the angels declared “Peace on earth, good will to men on whom God’s favor rests.” So why are we more anxious and depressed than ever? And why does this seem especially true at this time of year? Join us for part four of Saving Christmas as we consider how Christmas is saving us from despair and hopelessness.

]]> Blue Christmas isn’t just a song, it’s a reality for many people for whom the holidays stir up all kinds of sadness and depression. Two-thousand years ago, at the birth of Jesus, the angels declared “Peace on earth, good will to men on whom God’s favor rests.” So why are we more anxious and depressed than ever? And why does this seem especially true at this time of year? Join us for part four of Saving Christmas as we consider how Christmas is saving us from despair and hopelessness.

]]> Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-2331449 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500 1950 full false Meet Your Deacons - Miles McChriston Meet Your Deacons - Miles McChriston Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Miles McChriston Buzzsprout-2314913 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 570 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from the Grinch Q & A Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from the Grinch Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2314910 Wed, 18 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0500 3515 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from the Grinch Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from the Grinch For many people there is at least one person they’d like to avoid at this year’s Christmas get-together. The reasons range from simple annoyances to serious offenses. At the announcement of Jesus’ birth, the angels’ proclaimed, “Peace on earth, good will toward people on whom God’s favor rests.” If Christmas is the celebration of God making peace with us, shouldn’t we be able to make peace with one another? Join us for part three of Saving Christmas, where we will discover the missing ingredient to the peace we seek with all of the “Grinches” in our world.

]]> For many people there is at least one person they’d like to avoid at this year’s Christmas get-together. The reasons range from simple annoyances to serious offenses. At the announcement of Jesus’ birth, the angels’ proclaimed, “Peace on earth, good will toward people on whom God’s favor rests.” If Christmas is the celebration of God making peace with us, shouldn’t we be able to make peace with one another? Join us for part three of Saving Christmas, where we will discover the missing ingredient to the peace we seek with all of the “Grinches” in our world.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2287529 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500 2026 full false Meet Your Deacons - Bill and Sarah Ware Meet Your Deacons - Bill and Sarah Ware Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better

]]> Bill and Sarah Ware Buzzsprout-2265179 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 1369 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Santa Q & A Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Santa Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2270753 Wed, 11 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0500 3439 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Santa Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Santa SPOILER ALERT – Parents: This sermon will contain spoilers!!

“He sees you when you’re sleeping; He knows if you’re awake; He knows if you’ve been bad or good; So be good for goodness sake!” The traditions and stories that center around Santa Claus have become deeply embedded in our celebration of Christmas, but do they align with the message of the Gospel? What, if any, impact are these stories having on the next generation? Join us for the second message in Saving Christmas as Pastor Gary compares the theology of Santa Claus to the story of Jesus.

]]> SPOILER ALERT – Parents: This sermon will contain spoilers!!

“He sees you when you’re sleeping; He knows if you’re awake; He knows if you’ve been bad or good; So be good for goodness sake!” The traditions and stories that center around Santa Claus have become deeply embedded in our celebration of Christmas, but do they align with the message of the Gospel? What, if any, impact are these stories having on the next generation? Join us for the second message in Saving Christmas as Pastor Gary compares the theology of Santa Claus to the story of Jesus.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2243453 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500 1975 full false Meet Your Deacons - Michael Kelly Meet Your Deacons - Michael Kelly Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Michael Kelly Buzzsprout-2205410 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 472 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Amazon Q & A Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Amazon Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2226710 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0500 3747 full false Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Amazon Saving Christmas | Saving Christmas from Amazon Christmas is expensive! Analysts expect us to spend $920 per person on gifts in 2019. If they’re right, it will mean that holiday spending has increased every year since 2008 and will top $1 trillion for the first time ever! But an expensive Christmas is not the same as a meaningful Christmas. In fact, you may be spending a lot of money and only cheapening the true meaning of the season. Maybe we spend so much because we are trying to compensate for something that would cost us much more. It is easy to shop online and have Christmas arrive on your doorstep with free delivery. But Jesus’ delivery was anything but free to Mary and Joseph. These young political refugees had little in the way of worldly wealth, but their sacrifice is what made that first Christmas possible. Join us for the first message in our new series, Saving Christmas, as we count the cost of making room for Jesus at Christmas time.

]]> Christmas is expensive! Analysts expect us to spend $920 per person on gifts in 2019. If they’re right, it will mean that holiday spending has increased every year since 2008 and will top $1 trillion for the first time ever! But an expensive Christmas is not the same as a meaningful Christmas. In fact, you may be spending a lot of money and only cheapening the true meaning of the season. Maybe we spend so much because we are trying to compensate for something that would cost us much more. It is easy to shop online and have Christmas arrive on your doorstep with free delivery. But Jesus’ delivery was anything but free to Mary and Joseph. These young political refugees had little in the way of worldly wealth, but their sacrifice is what made that first Christmas possible. Join us for the first message in our new series, Saving Christmas, as we count the cost of making room for Jesus at Christmas time.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2200481 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 15:00:00 -0500 2022 full false Meet Your Deacons - Gary and Holly Walsh Meet Your Deacons - Gary and Holly Walsh Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Gary and Holly Walsh Buzzsprout-2163077 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 993 full false Waiting on Jesus Waiting on Jesus Remember Black Friday before the internet? Waiting in lines to get those special after Thanksgiving deals? Even if you aren’t old enough to remember or aren’t a shopper, the concept of waiting in line is universal. It seems like we spend most of our lives waiting on something. We wait to get out of school, then we wait to find a Mr./Mrs. “Right”; we wait to start a family, then we wait for the kids to get a little older; we wait to retire and we wait to die… Life is one interminable waiting room! The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is called Advent. It is a season in which we remember a time when the world was waiting for the arrival of its Savior. A time to anticipate the celebration of the birth of Jesus and to prepare our hearts and homes to be His dwelling place. Join us as we explore God’s purpose behind waiting and how we can make the most out of it this Advent.

]]> Remember Black Friday before the internet? Waiting in lines to get those special after Thanksgiving deals? Even if you aren’t old enough to remember or aren’t a shopper, the concept of waiting in line is universal. It seems like we spend most of our lives waiting on something. We wait to get out of school, then we wait to find a Mr./Mrs. “Right”; we wait to start a family, then we wait for the kids to get a little older; we wait to retire and we wait to die… Life is one interminable waiting room! The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is called Advent. It is a season in which we remember a time when the world was waiting for the arrival of its Savior. A time to anticipate the celebration of the birth of Jesus and to prepare our hearts and homes to be His dwelling place. Join us as we explore God’s purpose behind waiting and how we can make the most out of it this Advent.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2156000 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:00:00 -0500 1879 full false Meet Your Deacons - Kacee Gouin Meet Your Deacons - Kacee Gouin Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Kacee Gouin Buzzsprout-2130320 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:00:00 -0500 481 full false Love Letters | Gaius Goes to Church Love Letters | Gaius Goes to Church Before email and text messages, most written correspondence was done through letters. Unlike modern forms of communication, letters didn’t come with a thread of what had already been said by the other person. Reading another person’s letter only gives us a portion of the full story. Third John, the shortest book in the Bible, is more like a postcard written by John to a man named Gaius. While we can’t know everything that was going on in Gaius’s church, this little letter offers the modern church several important lessons.

]]> Before email and text messages, most written correspondence was done through letters. Unlike modern forms of communication, letters didn’t come with a thread of what had already been said by the other person. Reading another person’s letter only gives us a portion of the full story. Third John, the shortest book in the Bible, is more like a postcard written by John to a man named Gaius. While we can’t know everything that was going on in Gaius’s church, this little letter offers the modern church several important lessons.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2101107 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:00:00 -0500 2457 full false Meet Your Deacons - Laura Lineberry Meet Your Deacons - Laura Lineberry Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Southside is not a building, not an institution. We are a community of believers, moving toward a life fully devoted to Jesus. Our deacons are those who look to serve our community.

We have a number of new deacons and we'd like to introduce them to you so you can get to know them a little better.

]]> Laura Lineberry Buzzsprout-2068422 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 13:00:00 -0500 950 full false Love Letters | Standing Firm in Truth and Love Love Letters | Standing Firm in Truth and Love In the state of New Mexico, there is a small town by the name of Truth or Consequences. The name change happened in 1950 to coincide with a game show hosted by Ralph Edwards. The residents of this town are the first to admit that after the name change, weird things began to happen daily. To this day the town is known as a "Weird Town with Weird Happenings."

There was not a Truth or Consequences town or game show when Paul was writing his love letters to the Church. But there certainly were some weird things happening within the towns and churches. In his second letter, John is warning the believers that deceivers had gone out into the world and how they should watch themselves because of the falsehoods being spread about Jesus and His teachings. John is encouraging those believers to continue walking in Truth and Love or there will be serious consequences ahead. 

John's warning is just as important for us to hear today. Join us as we see how Truth and Love should characterize our everyday walk with the Lord lest we face the consequences that may lie ahead.

 

]]> In the state of New Mexico, there is a small town by the name of Truth or Consequences. The name change happened in 1950 to coincide with a game show hosted by Ralph Edwards. The residents of this town are the first to admit that after the name change, weird things began to happen daily. To this day the town is known as a "Weird Town with Weird Happenings."

There was not a Truth or Consequences town or game show when Paul was writing his love letters to the Church. But there certainly were some weird things happening within the towns and churches. In his second letter, John is warning the believers that deceivers had gone out into the world and how they should watch themselves because of the falsehoods being spread about Jesus and His teachings. John is encouraging those believers to continue walking in Truth and Love or there will be serious consequences ahead. 

John's warning is just as important for us to hear today. Join us as we see how Truth and Love should characterize our everyday walk with the Lord lest we face the consequences that may lie ahead.

 

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-2032821 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0500 2417 full false Love Letters | Idol Free Q & A Love Letters | Idol Free Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-2031261 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3491 full false Love Letters | Idol Free Love Letters | Idol Free We love surprise endings. From the revelation of Darth Vader’s true identity to the shocking ending of The Sixth Sense, Hollywood has made a fortune blowing the minds of moviegoers. While the end of John’s first letter isn’t the script for any major Hollywood motion picture, it can have the same effect on its reader. Join us for the conclusion of 1 John where we learn the secret to understanding God, our true identity, and living life in Christ.

]]> We love surprise endings. From the revelation of Darth Vader’s true identity to the shocking ending of The Sixth Sense, Hollywood has made a fortune blowing the minds of moviegoers. While the end of John’s first letter isn’t the script for any major Hollywood motion picture, it can have the same effect on its reader. Join us for the conclusion of 1 John where we learn the secret to understanding God, our true identity, and living life in Christ.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1985020 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0500 2432 full false Love Letters | Skeptics Love Letters | Skeptics Some people say we are living in the “age of skepticism.” From social media spin doctors to outright fake news, there are certainly many reasons to be skeptical. How do you distinguish those who use religion and faith to manipulate and mislead from those who are proclaiming the truth? This is not a new problem for the Church. From the very beginning of the Christian faith, there have been those who have distorted and perverted the teachings of Jesus. Jesus Himself warned His followers about “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” The Apostle John wants a new generation of Jesus’ followers to know the difference.

]]> Some people say we are living in the “age of skepticism.” From social media spin doctors to outright fake news, there are certainly many reasons to be skeptical. How do you distinguish those who use religion and faith to manipulate and mislead from those who are proclaiming the truth? This is not a new problem for the Church. From the very beginning of the Christian faith, there have been those who have distorted and perverted the teachings of Jesus. Jesus Himself warned His followers about “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” The Apostle John wants a new generation of Jesus’ followers to know the difference.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1943582 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 14:00:00 -0400 2604 full false Love Letters | Dim Reflections Q & A Love Letters | Dim Reflections Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1938101 Wed, 23 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3898 full false Love Letters | Dim Reflections Love Letters | Dim Reflections “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” We gaze into mirrors to see the reflection of the only face we cannot see directly – our own! Some are fascinated with their own reflection (Narcissus), some play the comparison game (Snow White’s evil queen), and some avoid self-reflection all together. As followers of Jesus we are called to be transformed into the image of Christ, but how, exactly, does that happen and what does it look like? Join us for week three of Love Letters where we discover the importance of reflecting on the person we want to become a reflection of.

]]> “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” We gaze into mirrors to see the reflection of the only face we cannot see directly – our own! Some are fascinated with their own reflection (Narcissus), some play the comparison game (Snow White’s evil queen), and some avoid self-reflection all together. As followers of Jesus we are called to be transformed into the image of Christ, but how, exactly, does that happen and what does it look like? Join us for week three of Love Letters where we discover the importance of reflecting on the person we want to become a reflection of.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1904288 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2901 full false Love Letters | Are You in Christ Q & A Love Letters | Are You in Christ Q & A Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-1883575 Wed, 16 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3764 full false Love Letters | Are You in Christ? Love Letters | Are You in Christ? John is calling the Church to walk and live in the light and love of Jesus Christ, so they can witness to the world and help bring them to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. John calls his community not to sin but lets them know if they do, there is grace. However, the goal is not to sin. John lets us know that the only way to live in the light of Christ is by being in Christ. If we are in Christ, we will be obedient, will not hate our neighbor, and will not love the world. This is a mirror for the church to hold to our faith to see if we are in Christ, not a litmus test for the world.   

]]> John is calling the Church to walk and live in the light and love of Jesus Christ, so they can witness to the world and help bring them to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. John calls his community not to sin but lets them know if they do, there is grace. However, the goal is not to sin. John lets us know that the only way to live in the light of Christ is by being in Christ. If we are in Christ, we will be obedient, will not hate our neighbor, and will not love the world. This is a mirror for the church to hold to our faith to see if we are in Christ, not a litmus test for the world.   

]]> Todd Kornahrens Buzzsprout-1860418 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400 2406 full false Love Letters | How Do We Know? Q & A Love Letters | How Do We Know? Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1845733 Wed, 09 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2948 full false Love Letters | How Do We Know? Love Letters | How Do We Know? How do we know what we know? This may seem like a simple question, but it is one with which philosophers and theologians have wrestled for centuries. It is even more complicated when we talk about things like faith and spirituality. John wanted to assure his readers that what they believed about Jesus was true. As one of the last living witnesses of Jesus’ resurrection, he was uniquely qualified to offer that assurance. Join us for part 1 of Love Letters as we take a look at chapter 1 of First John to meet the messenger, hear the message, and learn why it matters.

]]> How do we know what we know? This may seem like a simple question, but it is one with which philosophers and theologians have wrestled for centuries. It is even more complicated when we talk about things like faith and spirituality. John wanted to assure his readers that what they believed about Jesus was true. As one of the last living witnesses of Jesus’ resurrection, he was uniquely qualified to offer that assurance. Join us for part 1 of Love Letters as we take a look at chapter 1 of First John to meet the messenger, hear the message, and learn why it matters.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1823050 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400 2645 full false For the City | When the City Comes to You Q & A For the City | When the City Comes to You Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1810024 Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 3729 full false For the City | When the City Comes to You For the City | When the City Comes to You Jesus said to “pray to the Lord of the harvest to send workers to the field” – the “field” was the mass of humanity – the city – that was coming toward Him. Later, Jesus wept as He overlooked the city of Jerusalem, before issuing His final directive to His disciples to be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Join us as Pastor Gary shares three major changes we must make if we are going to be a church that is For the City.

]]> Jesus said to “pray to the Lord of the harvest to send workers to the field” – the “field” was the mass of humanity – the city – that was coming toward Him. Later, Jesus wept as He overlooked the city of Jerusalem, before issuing His final directive to His disciples to be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Join us as Pastor Gary shares three major changes we must make if we are going to be a church that is For the City.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1784512 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2333 full false For the City | Hiding in the City Q & A For the City | Hiding in the City Q & A Gary Lee Webber & James B Buzzsprout-1768870 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0400 2985 full false For the City | Hiding in the City For the City | Hiding in the City The thought of impacting the city can seem overwhelming. Rather than allowing the size of the task to paralyze us, we must recognize that the city begins when we cross the threshold of our house. We change the city by doing for one what we wish we could do for all. The person you stand behind in the line at the coffee shop or the cashier who serves you at the grocery store may be a person in whom God is doing a deep and important work. Following Jesus means joining Him in the work He is already doing. In part seven of For the City, we will see how Jesus applied this principle and how His simple encounter with one person changed an entire community.

]]> The thought of impacting the city can seem overwhelming. Rather than allowing the size of the task to paralyze us, we must recognize that the city begins when we cross the threshold of our house. We change the city by doing for one what we wish we could do for all. The person you stand behind in the line at the coffee shop or the cashier who serves you at the grocery store may be a person in whom God is doing a deep and important work. Following Jesus means joining Him in the work He is already doing. In part seven of For the City, we will see how Jesus applied this principle and how His simple encounter with one person changed an entire community.

]]> Gary Lee Webber & James B Buzzsprout-1748263 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2809 full false For the City | Standing Out in the City Q & A For the City | Standing Out in the City Q & A Gary Lee Webber & James B Buzzsprout-1733701 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0400 3396 full false For the City | Standing Out in the City For the City | Standing Out in the City Being in the city comes with unique opportunities and challenges. Jesus called His followers to be salt and light. How are believers called to influence the city by standing out in it? Join us for part six of For the City where we will explore a famous Bible story about three young men made the risky decision to stand up against the culture of their city.

]]> Being in the city comes with unique opportunities and challenges. Jesus called His followers to be salt and light. How are believers called to influence the city by standing out in it? Join us for part six of For the City where we will explore a famous Bible story about three young men made the risky decision to stand up against the culture of their city.

]]> James B Buzzsprout-1715242 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2339 full false Being For the City Q & A Being For the City Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1693579 Wed, 11 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0400 3555 full false For the City | Being FOR the City For the City | Being FOR the City It is often said that Christians are to “be in the world, but not of it,” but what, exactly does that mean? How immersed in culture should Jesus’ followers be? How effective would we be if we completely isolated and insulted ourselves from the culture around us? Would we stand out as salt and light if we completely embraced culture? Join us for part five of For the City where we explore God’s directions to the Babylonian exiles and consider what we might learn about relating to our own city.

]]> It is often said that Christians are to “be in the world, but not of it,” but what, exactly does that mean? How immersed in culture should Jesus’ followers be? How effective would we be if we completely isolated and insulted ourselves from the culture around us? Would we stand out as salt and light if we completely embraced culture? Join us for part five of For the City where we explore God’s directions to the Babylonian exiles and consider what we might learn about relating to our own city.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1672831 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0400 2410 full false For the City | Responding to the City For the City | Responding to the City When the Apostle Paul went to Athens, he was entering one of the largest most influential cities of his time. As he looked around that impressive city, his heart was broken by the lostness of the people. But believing God had called him there to share the gospel, Paul engaged the philosophers and city leaders, challenging their world view and inviting them to rethink their concept of God. As our own city grows and changes, we must ask ourselves if we are prepared to approach Jacksonville the way Paul approached Athens. We can choose to ignore what’s happening in our city. We can become isolated and resist the changes, or we can embrace these changes as being from God. How can we expect non-believers to change their hearts and minds if we are unable to change our hearts and minds to embrace them?

]]> When the Apostle Paul went to Athens, he was entering one of the largest most influential cities of his time. As he looked around that impressive city, his heart was broken by the lostness of the people. But believing God had called him there to share the gospel, Paul engaged the philosophers and city leaders, challenging their world view and inviting them to rethink their concept of God. As our own city grows and changes, we must ask ourselves if we are prepared to approach Jacksonville the way Paul approached Athens. We can choose to ignore what’s happening in our city. We can become isolated and resist the changes, or we can embrace these changes as being from God. How can we expect non-believers to change their hearts and minds if we are unable to change our hearts and minds to embrace them?

]]> Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1634431 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400 1894 full false For the City Q & A For the City Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1618534 Wed, 28 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0400 2530 full false For the City | Running toward the City For the City | Running toward the City Have you ever felt a holy discontent? That sense that things could and should be different? This divine displeasure will either move us to action or cause us to grow callous and blind to the needs around us. When Nehemiah was confronted with the living conditions of the people living in Jerusalem, he was moved to act and rushed toward the city. Join us for part three of For the City where we will learn how moving toward the needs of our community will bring us nearer to the heart of God.

]]> Have you ever felt a holy discontent? That sense that things could and should be different? This divine displeasure will either move us to action or cause us to grow callous and blind to the needs around us. When Nehemiah was confronted with the living conditions of the people living in Jerusalem, he was moved to act and rushed toward the city. Join us for part three of For the City where we will learn how moving toward the needs of our community will bring us nearer to the heart of God.

]]> Gary Lee Webber & James B Buzzsprout-1599988 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 15:00:00 -0400 2076 full false For the City | Running from the City For the City | Running from the City When God called Jonah to go to Nineveh, he responded by running in the opposite direction. God’s call always leads to a crisis of belief that requires faith and obedience. We cannot stay where we are and go with God. Join us for part two of For the City where we explore the challenge of answering God’s call and our temptation to run in the opposite direction to a place of comfort and security.

]]> When God called Jonah to go to Nineveh, he responded by running in the opposite direction. God’s call always leads to a crisis of belief that requires faith and obedience. We cannot stay where we are and go with God. Join us for part two of For the City where we explore the challenge of answering God’s call and our temptation to run in the opposite direction to a place of comfort and security.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1564465 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 14:00:00 -0400 2674 full false For the City | Searching for a City For the City | Searching for a City God called a man named Abram to leave his childhood home and go to a place he did not know. A place God would only reveal after Abram stepped out in faith and obedience. Abram’s epic search for God’s chosen city would become the catalyst for the nation of Israel and ultimately, the redemption of all humanity. Join us for part one of For the City, where we explore the great cities of the Bible and how they are pointing us to God’s ultimate plan for His Church.

]]> God called a man named Abram to leave his childhood home and go to a place he did not know. A place God would only reveal after Abram stepped out in faith and obedience. Abram’s epic search for God’s chosen city would become the catalyst for the nation of Israel and ultimately, the redemption of all humanity. Join us for part one of For the City, where we explore the great cities of the Bible and how they are pointing us to God’s ultimate plan for His Church.

]]> Gary Lee Webber & James B Buzzsprout-1532128 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2463 full false For the City | The Issachar Factor For the City | The Issachar Factor In an obscure passage listing the people who helped King David unify the nation of Israel, the writer of Chronicles mentions the men of Issachar as those who understood their times and knew what to do. As culture is constantly shifting and changing, the people of God have continued to need people like the men of Issachar. People who can understand the times and know what to do. Join us for a special 80th anniversary message in which we will explore what is going on around us and how God is calling us to respond.

]]> In an obscure passage listing the people who helped King David unify the nation of Israel, the writer of Chronicles mentions the men of Issachar as those who understood their times and knew what to do. As culture is constantly shifting and changing, the people of God have continued to need people like the men of Issachar. People who can understand the times and know what to do. Join us for a special 80th anniversary message in which we will explore what is going on around us and how God is calling us to respond.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1505941 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2841 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Mission (Psalm 2) Summer Psalms Mixtape | Mission (Psalm 2) A recurring theme throughout the book of Psalms is a declaration of God’s reign over all the nations of the earth. In fact, this idea runs throughout the course of the entire Bible, beginning with God’s command to Adam and Eve to be fruitful and multiply, to Jesus call for His followers to make disciples of all nations, to the culmination of human history when the book of Revelations declares that “The kingdom of this world has become the kingdoms of our Lord.” Join us for the conclusion of our Summer Psalms Mixtape series as we welcome home Chris and Kristie Underwood and celebrate all the ways Southside is participating in the expansion of God’s Kingdom throughout the earth. 

]]> A recurring theme throughout the book of Psalms is a declaration of God’s reign over all the nations of the earth. In fact, this idea runs throughout the course of the entire Bible, beginning with God’s command to Adam and Eve to be fruitful and multiply, to Jesus call for His followers to make disciples of all nations, to the culmination of human history when the book of Revelations declares that “The kingdom of this world has become the kingdoms of our Lord.” Join us for the conclusion of our Summer Psalms Mixtape series as we welcome home Chris and Kristie Underwood and celebrate all the ways Southside is participating in the expansion of God’s Kingdom throughout the earth. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1468297 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2435 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Testimony (Psalm 40) Summer Psalms Mixtape | Testimony (Psalm 40) Have you ever received news so good you felt like you would explode? If your life had been a musical, you would have burst into song! If so, you have also likely had the opposite experience. Times when the burdens of life seemed so heavy that you were desperate for someone else to help carry the load. Times when the song in the musical of your life would have been in a minor key. Many of the Psalms are testimonies of joy and sadness, hope and despair. Authentic worshippers do not try to hide their thoughts and feelings from God, but neither do they accept their feelings as ultimate truth. Instead, they lay them all before God and invite Him to speak truth and healing into their hearts. Join us for the third installment of our Summer Psalms Mixtape series and discover the powerful worship of personal story. 

]]> Have you ever received news so good you felt like you would explode? If your life had been a musical, you would have burst into song! If so, you have also likely had the opposite experience. Times when the burdens of life seemed so heavy that you were desperate for someone else to help carry the load. Times when the song in the musical of your life would have been in a minor key. Many of the Psalms are testimonies of joy and sadness, hope and despair. Authentic worshippers do not try to hide their thoughts and feelings from God, but neither do they accept their feelings as ultimate truth. Instead, they lay them all before God and invite Him to speak truth and healing into their hearts. Join us for the third installment of our Summer Psalms Mixtape series and discover the powerful worship of personal story. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1438060 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 14:00:00 -0400 1581 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Confession (Psalm 32) Summer Psalms Mixtape | Confession (Psalm 32) Edgar Allan Poe’s famous short story, “The Tell-Tale Heart,” describes the tortured mind of someone who has committed a horrible crime. His secret is eating him alive and driving him insane. Secret sin has that effect on the human heart. Because we are created in the image of God, our hearts are not designed to hold onto sin. When we try to keep sin a secret, we suffer physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences. Join us for the second message in the Summer Psalms Mixtape where we discover the healing power of confession and the grace of the Savior who redeems us from our tell-tale hearts. 

]]> Edgar Allan Poe’s famous short story, “The Tell-Tale Heart,” describes the tortured mind of someone who has committed a horrible crime. His secret is eating him alive and driving him insane. Secret sin has that effect on the human heart. Because we are created in the image of God, our hearts are not designed to hold onto sin. When we try to keep sin a secret, we suffer physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences. Join us for the second message in the Summer Psalms Mixtape where we discover the healing power of confession and the grace of the Savior who redeems us from our tell-tale hearts. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1411780 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2432 full false Summer Psalms Mixtape | Creation (Psalm 19) Summer Psalms Mixtape | Creation (Psalm 19) The Bible begins with a description of God’s creation and man’s call to steward and care for it. So what does that mean for Christians today? What is the biblical view of creation and the environment? Throughout history people have, on the one hand, confused creation with the Creator, and on the other, ignored God’s call to care for the world He has given us. Join us for the first message in the Summer Psalms Mixtape where we will learn how creation is declaring the glory of the Creator and how we can best fulfill our purpose when we join the song of all creation.

]]> The Bible begins with a description of God’s creation and man’s call to steward and care for it. So what does that mean for Christians today? What is the biblical view of creation and the environment? Throughout history people have, on the one hand, confused creation with the Creator, and on the other, ignored God’s call to care for the world He has given us. Join us for the first message in the Summer Psalms Mixtape where we will learn how creation is declaring the glory of the Creator and how we can best fulfill our purpose when we join the song of all creation.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1380637 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2361 full false Walk This Way | Walking Buddies Walk This Way | Walking Buddies Road trips are always more fun when you travel with people you love. For three years, Jesus and His followers traveled together throughout the Judean countryside. Along the way, the disciples learned a lot about each other and God’s Kingdom. Throughout the New Testament, believers worked together to serve the church and accomplish God’s will. It is in community that God reveals His plans and purpose. In part four of Walk This Way, we look at the importance of community in understanding who we are and what we are called to do.

]]> Road trips are always more fun when you travel with people you love. For three years, Jesus and His followers traveled together throughout the Judean countryside. Along the way, the disciples learned a lot about each other and God’s Kingdom. Throughout the New Testament, believers worked together to serve the church and accomplish God’s will. It is in community that God reveals His plans and purpose. In part four of Walk This Way, we look at the importance of community in understanding who we are and what we are called to do.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1346974 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2357 full false Walk This Way | Steps of Faith Walk This Way | Steps of Faith It’s one thing to know God’s will and another to do it! One of Jesus earliest disciples said, “I know the good I ought to do, but don’t do it. And the evil I shouldn’t do? Well, I just keep on doing it!” Can you relate? In part three of Walk This Way, we will explore the challenge and rewards of obedience, and how we can walk in it.

]]> It’s one thing to know God’s will and another to do it! One of Jesus earliest disciples said, “I know the good I ought to do, but don’t do it. And the evil I shouldn’t do? Well, I just keep on doing it!” Can you relate? In part three of Walk This Way, we will explore the challenge and rewards of obedience, and how we can walk in it.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1318075 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2544 full false Walk This Way | The Dust of the Rabbi Walk This Way | The Dust of the Rabbi The ancient Hebrews taught that you should learn from your rabbi by “covering yourself in his dust.” This phrase might not mean as much in our world of concrete and asphalt, but to the ancient Jewish mind, it was a clear call to stick closely to the teachings of the rabbi you chose to follow. Join us for part two of Walk This Way where we will explore how to understand the Bible the way Jesus did.

]]> The ancient Hebrews taught that you should learn from your rabbi by “covering yourself in his dust.” This phrase might not mean as much in our world of concrete and asphalt, but to the ancient Jewish mind, it was a clear call to stick closely to the teachings of the rabbi you chose to follow. Join us for part two of Walk This Way where we will explore how to understand the Bible the way Jesus did.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1284817 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2261 full false Walk This Way | Follow Me Walk This Way | Follow Me What if finding God’s purpose was as simple as taking a step? Most of us complicate our search for God’s purpose by attempting to answer all of life’s most difficult questions before taking that first step. But as the saying goes, “it’s hard to steer a parked car!” Join us for the first part of Walk This Way, where Pastor Gary Webber explores Jesus’ teaching about our ultimate purpose.

]]> What if finding God’s purpose was as simple as taking a step? Most of us complicate our search for God’s purpose by attempting to answer all of life’s most difficult questions before taking that first step. But as the saying goes, “it’s hard to steer a parked car!” Join us for the first part of Walk This Way, where Pastor Gary Webber explores Jesus’ teaching about our ultimate purpose.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1254743 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2431 full false Home Field Advantage | Sliding Into Home Home Field Advantage | Sliding Into Home The New Testament frequently compares the church to a family. In fact, our families have been ultimately been designed by God to prepare us to be a part of His family! Join us for the conclusion of Homefield Advantage as we welcome home Pastor Gary Webber who will be sharing his heart for the future of our Southside Family.

]]> The New Testament frequently compares the church to a family. In fact, our families have been ultimately been designed by God to prepare us to be a part of His family! Join us for the conclusion of Homefield Advantage as we welcome home Pastor Gary Webber who will be sharing his heart for the future of our Southside Family.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1225904 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 14:00:00 -0400 2648 full false Home Field Advantage | How Do I Lead When I'm Not in Charge? Home Field Advantage | How Do I Lead When I'm Not in Charge? Darren serves as our Associate Pastor of Discipleship, giving leadership in the areas of Adult Small Groups and our Ministry to Students (6-12 grade) and their families.

]]> Darren serves as our Associate Pastor of Discipleship, giving leadership in the areas of Adult Small Groups and our Ministry to Students (6-12 grade) and their families.

]]> Darren Sides Buzzsprout-1195103 Sun, 26 May 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2340 full false Home Field Advantage | The Power of a Father's Love Q & A Home Field Advantage | The Power of a Father's Love Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1195034 Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2769 full false Home Field Advantage | The Power of a Father's Love Home Field Advantage | The Power of a Father's Love Paul and his wife Rachel are originally from Texas, but they and their four children have called Jacksonville “home” since December of 2007, when they answered the call to come to Faithbridge Church where Paul serves as the Senior Pastor.

Paul has a passion for guiding the local church to boldly lead people to transformed lives through faith in Jesus Christ.

]]> Paul and his wife Rachel are originally from Texas, but they and their four children have called Jacksonville “home” since December of 2007, when they answered the call to come to Faithbridge Church where Paul serves as the Senior Pastor.

Paul has a passion for guiding the local church to boldly lead people to transformed lives through faith in Jesus Christ.

]]> Paul White Buzzsprout-1164197 Sun, 19 May 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2059 full false Home Field Advantage | Big Hits for Big Wins as Mom Q & A Home Field Advantage | Big Hits for Big Wins as Mom Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1150769 Wed, 15 May 2019 20:00:00 -0400 3538 full false Home Field Advantage | Base Hits for Big Wins as Mom Home Field Advantage | Base Hits for Big Wins as Mom Rachel White is the Founder and Executive Director of Her Song Jacksonville. She is a licensed professional counselor and an ambassador and advocate for human trafficking survivors. Rachel has a long history of dedication to the well-being of women through ministry, spiritual care, and discipleship which she says marries beautifully with counseling. She naturally offers compassionate care to others and is the lead counselor for the women who come to Her Song, while also providing visionary leadership for the organization.

]]> Rachel White is the Founder and Executive Director of Her Song Jacksonville. She is a licensed professional counselor and an ambassador and advocate for human trafficking survivors. Rachel has a long history of dedication to the well-being of women through ministry, spiritual care, and discipleship which she says marries beautifully with counseling. She naturally offers compassionate care to others and is the lead counselor for the women who come to Her Song, while also providing visionary leadership for the organization.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1123775 Sun, 12 May 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2060 full false Home Field Advantage | The Only Thing Q & A Home Field Advantage | The Only Thing Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1110071 Wed, 08 May 2019 20:00:00 -0400 3009 full false Home Field Advantage | The Only Thing Home Field Advantage | The Only Thing Dr. Jerry Haag serves as president and CEO of FBCH and One More Child – a leading child welfare agency that provides Christ-centered services to meet the needs of hungry children, trafficked children, foster children, single moms and struggling families. Under Dr. Haag’s leadership, FBCH and One More Child have increased from serving 3,351 children and individuals in 2007 to impacting 249,044 in 2018. During his tenure as president, he has guided the expansion of ministry sites from nine locations in Florida to more than 50 locations around the globe. 

To read more about Dr. Haag and the ministry of One More Child, visit FBCHomes.org

]]> Dr. Jerry Haag serves as president and CEO of FBCH and One More Child – a leading child welfare agency that provides Christ-centered services to meet the needs of hungry children, trafficked children, foster children, single moms and struggling families. Under Dr. Haag’s leadership, FBCH and One More Child have increased from serving 3,351 children and individuals in 2007 to impacting 249,044 in 2018. During his tenure as president, he has guided the expansion of ministry sites from nine locations in Florida to more than 50 locations around the globe. 

To read more about Dr. Haag and the ministry of One More Child, visit FBCHomes.org

]]> Dr, Jerry Haag Buzzsprout-1090121 Sun, 05 May 2019 13:00:00 -0400 2080 full false Home Field Advantage | Throwing Strikes Q & A Home Field Advantage | Throwing Strikes Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1079714 Wed, 01 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2944 full false Home Field Advantage | Throwing Strikes Home Field Advantage | Throwing Strikes Major League baseball teams play 162 games during the regular season. Eighty-one games are played “away” and another 81 are played at home. Since 2004 the average MLB baseball team has won 54% percent of their home games. This “Home Field Advantage” comes, in part, because the host team has a better knowledge of the field and a friendly crowd cheering them on. But imagine if a baseball team only won games on the road and lost all of their home games. It wouldn’t take long for the crowd to thin out and the players to begin dreading coming home. This describes how many people feel as they drive home from work. They are winners in the workplace but feel like they are always losing at home. This may be, in part, because while we focus on leadership in the marketplace, we seldom apply those same principles of leadership at home. Join us as Pastor Gary Webber kicks off a six-week series where we examine the biblical playbook for winning where it counts.

]]> Major League baseball teams play 162 games during the regular season. Eighty-one games are played “away” and another 81 are played at home. Since 2004 the average MLB baseball team has won 54% percent of their home games. This “Home Field Advantage” comes, in part, because the host team has a better knowledge of the field and a friendly crowd cheering them on. But imagine if a baseball team only won games on the road and lost all of their home games. It wouldn’t take long for the crowd to thin out and the players to begin dreading coming home. This describes how many people feel as they drive home from work. They are winners in the workplace but feel like they are always losing at home. This may be, in part, because while we focus on leadership in the marketplace, we seldom apply those same principles of leadership at home. Join us as Pastor Gary Webber kicks off a six-week series where we examine the biblical playbook for winning where it counts.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1060124 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 2356 full false Does the Resurrection Matter? part 2 Does the Resurrection Matter? part 2 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1054977 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3807 full false So Close We Could Taste It So Close We Could Taste It Our greatest disappointments in life happen when our greatest hopes are unfulfilled. The closer we come to accomplishing our goals the harder it is when we fail. It’s tough to endure a losing season, but it is devastating to lose the championship in overtime. Two thousand years ago, Jesus’ earliest followers had suffered the devastating disappointment of His arrest and crucifixion. This loss was so great that they nearly missed the miracle that was just about to happen. Join us as we celebrate the God who turns our greatest disappointments into our greatest victories. 

]]> Our greatest disappointments in life happen when our greatest hopes are unfulfilled. The closer we come to accomplishing our goals the harder it is when we fail. It’s tough to endure a losing season, but it is devastating to lose the championship in overtime. Two thousand years ago, Jesus’ earliest followers had suffered the devastating disappointment of His arrest and crucifixion. This loss was so great that they nearly missed the miracle that was just about to happen. Join us as we celebrate the God who turns our greatest disappointments into our greatest victories. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1049543 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 2063 full false Does the Resurrection Matter? Does the Resurrection Matter? Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1044483 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 20:00:00 -0400 3617 full false With This Cup | We Look Beyond Q & A With This Cup | We Look Beyond Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1034544 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 4061 full false With This Cup | We Look Beyond With This Cup | We Look Beyond If you’ve ever had dinner at a nice restaurant and left the table, you probably returned to find your napkin neatly folded and reset in place. Proper dinner etiquette teaches that what we do with our napkin when we leave a table is an important indication as to whether or not we plan to return. When Jesus ate His Last Supper with the Disciples, He left a very important clue about what was about to happen and His intention to return to the table. Join us for the final message in the With This Cup Series where we look beyond religion to see God’s bigger plan.

]]> If you’ve ever had dinner at a nice restaurant and left the table, you probably returned to find your napkin neatly folded and reset in place. Proper dinner etiquette teaches that what we do with our napkin when we leave a table is an important indication as to whether or not we plan to return. When Jesus ate His Last Supper with the Disciples, He left a very important clue about what was about to happen and His intention to return to the table. Join us for the final message in the With This Cup Series where we look beyond religion to see God’s bigger plan.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1028654 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 1949 full false With This Cup | We Look Around Q & A With This Cup | We Look Around Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-1024577 Wed, 03 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3651 full false With This Cup | We Look Around With This Cup | We Look Around When we take the Lord’s Supper, we do it with a variety of other people who share our faith and our common need for grace. But as we look around, we may not find much else in common with our fellow worshippers. While the meaning of the Lord’s Supper can be extremely personal and should inspire us to look deep within, it also reminds us that Jesus’ love for the world should also draw us together. As the bread is broken from one loaf and the wine is shared from a common cup, we who were once disconnected from God and each other are united by love of Jesus. We will share The Lord’s Supper around the table as we hear stories about how Jesus is drawing us together.

As you prepare to share communion around the table:

1.       Describe the spiritual atmosphere of your home growing up. 

2.       Who played the biggest role in your faith journey growing up?

3.       How are the people around you (both at this table and figuratively) challenging and encouraging your walk with Jesus?

4.       What can (should) you be doing to encourage the faith of those God has placed in your life?

5.       As you are serving the Lord’s supper, ask a volunteer (or two) to briefly share how they came to faith in Christ.

6.       How should sharing this meal affect our relationship with each other? With future generations?

]]> When we take the Lord’s Supper, we do it with a variety of other people who share our faith and our common need for grace. But as we look around, we may not find much else in common with our fellow worshippers. While the meaning of the Lord’s Supper can be extremely personal and should inspire us to look deep within, it also reminds us that Jesus’ love for the world should also draw us together. As the bread is broken from one loaf and the wine is shared from a common cup, we who were once disconnected from God and each other are united by love of Jesus. We will share The Lord’s Supper around the table as we hear stories about how Jesus is drawing us together.

As you prepare to share communion around the table:

1.       Describe the spiritual atmosphere of your home growing up. 

2.       Who played the biggest role in your faith journey growing up?

3.       How are the people around you (both at this table and figuratively) challenging and encouraging your walk with Jesus?

4.       What can (should) you be doing to encourage the faith of those God has placed in your life?

5.       As you are serving the Lord’s supper, ask a volunteer (or two) to briefly share how they came to faith in Christ.

6.       How should sharing this meal affect our relationship with each other? With future generations?

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1019557 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 1672 full false With This Cup | We Look Within Q & A With This Cup | We Look Within Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1013691 Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3593 full false With This Cup | We Look Within With This Cup | We Look Within Jesus’ death on the cross is a demonstration of God’s love, but it wouldn’t have been necessary were not for the sin and brokenness in our hearts. Just as the Lord’s Supper is an invitation to look and remember God’s love, it is also a mirror that allows to evaluate the condition of our souls and recognize our need for a Savior. We will begin our worship service with a time of silent reflection as we prepare our hearts to share the Lord’s Supper.

]]> Jesus’ death on the cross is a demonstration of God’s love, but it wouldn’t have been necessary were not for the sin and brokenness in our hearts. Just as the Lord’s Supper is an invitation to look and remember God’s love, it is also a mirror that allows to evaluate the condition of our souls and recognize our need for a Savior. We will begin our worship service with a time of silent reflection as we prepare our hearts to share the Lord’s Supper.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1007907 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 1456 full false With This Cup | We Look Back Q & A With This Cup | We Look Back Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-1004130 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 3875 full false With This Cup | We Look Back With This Cup | We Look Back Why do we like the foods we like? What makes us crave one thing while being repulsed by something else? Our cravings and aversions are not only a reflection of our cultural preferences, they speak to a deeper divine design. Every religion uses food as a part of their religious rituals. But for Christians, the Lord’s Supper is not necessarily an appetizing concept. In fact, when Jesus first introduced it, many people found it so disgusting that they walked away from Him. Join us for part one of With This Cup where we will see how The Lord’s Supper invites us to look back and remember the price God paid for our redemption.

]]> Why do we like the foods we like? What makes us crave one thing while being repulsed by something else? Our cravings and aversions are not only a reflection of our cultural preferences, they speak to a deeper divine design. Every religion uses food as a part of their religious rituals. But for Christians, the Lord’s Supper is not necessarily an appetizing concept. In fact, when Jesus first introduced it, many people found it so disgusting that they walked away from Him. Join us for part one of With This Cup where we will see how The Lord’s Supper invites us to look back and remember the price God paid for our redemption.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-997988 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2742 full false Boundaries | Unlimited Boundaries | Unlimited When we think about boundaries it is easy to think only about those boundaries God has set for us, but it is also important to consider how God Himself has chosen to work and relate to us within certain boundaries. Why would an omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent God restrict Himself to the boundaries of time, space, temptation, and suffering? Join us for the conclusion of the Boundaries series to learn the answer and to discover the secret to living the unlimited life.

]]> When we think about boundaries it is easy to think only about those boundaries God has set for us, but it is also important to consider how God Himself has chosen to work and relate to us within certain boundaries. Why would an omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent God restrict Himself to the boundaries of time, space, temptation, and suffering? Join us for the conclusion of the Boundaries series to learn the answer and to discover the secret to living the unlimited life.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-988804 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2117 full false Boundaries | The Prison of Pain Boundaries | The Prison of Pain There has never been a society more averse to suffering than ours. We have perfected the art of reducing, eliminating, medicating – and if all else fails – hiding pain and suffering. But pain and suffering are an inescapable part of the human condition. The question is, to what end? Do the boundaries created by our frail bodies and the pain and suffering we endure in this life tell us anything about God? Join us for the next installment of Boundaries as we discuss the prison of pain and how to find God in that place. 

]]> There has never been a society more averse to suffering than ours. We have perfected the art of reducing, eliminating, medicating – and if all else fails – hiding pain and suffering. But pain and suffering are an inescapable part of the human condition. The question is, to what end? Do the boundaries created by our frail bodies and the pain and suffering we endure in this life tell us anything about God? Join us for the next installment of Boundaries as we discuss the prison of pain and how to find God in that place. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-979249 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2526 full false Boundaries | Sex and Marriage Q & A Boundaries | Sex and Marriage Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-975757 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3448 full false Boundaries | Sex and Marriage Boundaries | Sex and Marriage Since the sexual revolution of the 1960’s and 70’s, it might appear as if our society has become more and more sexually promiscuous. In reality, however, we’ve probably just become more open about the promiscuity that has always existed. The early church faced a culture that had very destructive beliefs and practices related to human sexuality. One of the things that set early Christians apart was their understanding of the beauty and sacredness of human sexuality as designed by God. Join us for part seven of Boundaries as we discuss God’s design for human sexuality and how it points to very essence of our most basic desires.

]]> Since the sexual revolution of the 1960’s and 70’s, it might appear as if our society has become more and more sexually promiscuous. In reality, however, we’ve probably just become more open about the promiscuity that has always existed. The early church faced a culture that had very destructive beliefs and practices related to human sexuality. One of the things that set early Christians apart was their understanding of the beauty and sacredness of human sexuality as designed by God. Join us for part seven of Boundaries as we discuss God’s design for human sexuality and how it points to very essence of our most basic desires.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-969909 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2769 full false Boundaries | Temptation Q & A Boundaries | Temptation Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-965875 Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3764 full false Boundaries | Temptation Boundaries | Temptation You may not consider temptation to be a boundary God uses to direct your path, but throughout history, great people of faith have struggled with all kinds of temptations. Some successfully resisted, and others gave in, but all came to understand that the temptations they faced were boundaries marking out God’s place of protection and provision. Even Jesus faced intense temptation as He began His public ministry. In part six of Boundaries we will consider the temptations Jesus faced and how those same temptations are boundaries for His followers today.

]]> You may not consider temptation to be a boundary God uses to direct your path, but throughout history, great people of faith have struggled with all kinds of temptations. Some successfully resisted, and others gave in, but all came to understand that the temptations they faced were boundaries marking out God’s place of protection and provision. Even Jesus faced intense temptation as He began His public ministry. In part six of Boundaries we will consider the temptations Jesus faced and how those same temptations are boundaries for His followers today.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-959833 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2889 full false Boundaries | Credit Limit Q & A Boundaries | Credit Limit Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-957267 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2990 full false Boundaries | Credit Limit Boundaries | Credit Limit Money is perhaps the most recognizable of all boundaries. Most of us have been in a situation where we have felt the constraints of not having enough money to do what we wanted or even needed to do. The Bible has a lot to say about money and how we use it – not because God needs our money – but because money and how we think about it is so deeply connected to our spiritual well-being. Join us for part five of Boundaries where we explore what the Bible teaches about financial boundaries and how God can use them to guide and provide.

]]> Money is perhaps the most recognizable of all boundaries. Most of us have been in a situation where we have felt the constraints of not having enough money to do what we wanted or even needed to do. The Bible has a lot to say about money and how we use it – not because God needs our money – but because money and how we think about it is so deeply connected to our spiritual well-being. Join us for part five of Boundaries where we explore what the Bible teaches about financial boundaries and how God can use them to guide and provide.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-952565 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2439 full false Boundaries | Making Time with Jesus Q & A Boundaries | Making Time with Jesus Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-948846 Wed, 06 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3107 full false Boundaries | Making Time with Jesus Boundaries | Making Time with Jesus Have you ever wished for more time? Maybe it was so you could meet a deadline, or for a vacation to last a little longer. We have all felt like we are running out of time. In fact, the Bible tell us that our days are numbered! Time is an immovable boundary that forces us to make choices with what we will do with the limited time we have. “In the fullness of time,” the Bible says, Jesus entered into time and experienced the confines of time and space. And yet, Jesus was never in a hurry. In fact, we can see several occasions when He appeared to be late to important events! Jesus’ daily pace shows us a rhythm of life that is at peace in spite of the demands and pressures of time. Join us for part four of Boundaries where we will learn Jesus’ secret to “making time”.

]]> Have you ever wished for more time? Maybe it was so you could meet a deadline, or for a vacation to last a little longer. We have all felt like we are running out of time. In fact, the Bible tell us that our days are numbered! Time is an immovable boundary that forces us to make choices with what we will do with the limited time we have. “In the fullness of time,” the Bible says, Jesus entered into time and experienced the confines of time and space. And yet, Jesus was never in a hurry. In fact, we can see several occasions when He appeared to be late to important events! Jesus’ daily pace shows us a rhythm of life that is at peace in spite of the demands and pressures of time. Join us for part four of Boundaries where we will learn Jesus’ secret to “making time”.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-942419 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2528 full false Boundaries | Fences, Neighbors, and Good Samaritans Q & A Boundaries | Fences, Neighbors, and Good Samaritans Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-938753 Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3548 full false Boundaries | Fences, Neighbors, and Good Samaritans Boundaries | Fences, Neighbors, and Good Samaritans The relationships we value create boundaries in our lives. A commitment to our spouse, our responsibilities to our children or parents, and the needs of friends all create certain limitations in our lives. These relational boundaries can be very difficult to identify and are frequently crossed. This creates relational conflict that impacts our lives in significant ways. Join us for part three of boundaries where we will look at four stories from the Bible the illustrate appropriate relational boundaries and the consequences of ignoring them. 

]]> The relationships we value create boundaries in our lives. A commitment to our spouse, our responsibilities to our children or parents, and the needs of friends all create certain limitations in our lives. These relational boundaries can be very difficult to identify and are frequently crossed. This creates relational conflict that impacts our lives in significant ways. Join us for part three of boundaries where we will look at four stories from the Bible the illustrate appropriate relational boundaries and the consequences of ignoring them. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-934338 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2684 full false Boundaries | Laying Down the Law Q & A Boundaries | Laying Down the Law Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-931450 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3195 full false Boundaries | Laying Down the Law Boundaries | Laying Down the Law God’s perfect creation was a wide-open space with only one boundary marker. But because man chose to cross the only line God said not to cross, the human race has been imprisoned by the consequences of sin ever since. What began as one simple law forbidding Adam and Eve to eat the fruit of a particular tree became a law so burdensome that there was no hope of fulfilling it. Join us for part two of Boundaries where we will explore the purposes of God’s law and how we can fulfill that law by answering one simple question.

]]> God’s perfect creation was a wide-open space with only one boundary marker. But because man chose to cross the only line God said not to cross, the human race has been imprisoned by the consequences of sin ever since. What began as one simple law forbidding Adam and Eve to eat the fruit of a particular tree became a law so burdensome that there was no hope of fulfilling it. Join us for part two of Boundaries where we will explore the purposes of God’s law and how we can fulfill that law by answering one simple question.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-927618 Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2625 full false Boundaries | Hemmed In Q & A Boundaries | Hemmed In Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-923711 Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 3595 full false Boundaries | Hemmed In Boundaries | Hemmed In You’ve probably heard the statement, “Great fences make great neighbors.” Regardless of how you feel about that phrase, you have likely experienced the benefit of healthy boundaries in certain relationships and the pain that comes with the lack of them in others. Healthy boundaries are important in other areas of life as well. From how we handle money and use our time, to how we deal with suffering and respond to disappointments, boundaries are a reality for all of us. Join us for a new sermon series exploring what the Bible teaches about boundaries: what they are, how we should face them, what they teach us about God, and how we find the pleasant places He has for us inside of them. 

]]> You’ve probably heard the statement, “Great fences make great neighbors.” Regardless of how you feel about that phrase, you have likely experienced the benefit of healthy boundaries in certain relationships and the pain that comes with the lack of them in others. Healthy boundaries are important in other areas of life as well. From how we handle money and use our time, to how we deal with suffering and respond to disappointments, boundaries are a reality for all of us. Join us for a new sermon series exploring what the Bible teaches about boundaries: what they are, how we should face them, what they teach us about God, and how we find the pleasant places He has for us inside of them. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-919133 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2334 full false All Things New All Things New Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-910508 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 14:00:00 -0500 2166 full false It's God's Mission It's God's Mission Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-903922 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 14:00:00 -0500 2581 full false The Front Row Seat The Front Row Seat Before anyone else knew God’s plan, there was a young girl in an obscure village who would not only be the first to know, she would be the first to welcome Him into world.

]]> Before anyone else knew God’s plan, there was a young girl in an obscure village who would not only be the first to know, she would be the first to welcome Him into world.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-900708 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0500 905 full false Alias | Prince of Peace Alias | Prince of Peace When angels appeared to shepherds in the fields outside of Bethlehem, they declared, “Peace on earth, good will to men.” But centuries before, God had offered a clue about the mission of the coming Messiah when Isaiah said He would be called the “Prince of Peace.” How is it possible that a baby born in a barn to a poor refugee couple could bring about the peace that had so long eluded the wisest and most powerful kings? And if that is what He came to bring, why does it elude us still today? Join us for part four of Alias as we explore God’s conspiracy to finally bring peace on earth and good will to all.”

]]> When angels appeared to shepherds in the fields outside of Bethlehem, they declared, “Peace on earth, good will to men.” But centuries before, God had offered a clue about the mission of the coming Messiah when Isaiah said He would be called the “Prince of Peace.” How is it possible that a baby born in a barn to a poor refugee couple could bring about the peace that had so long eluded the wisest and most powerful kings? And if that is what He came to bring, why does it elude us still today? Join us for part four of Alias as we explore God’s conspiracy to finally bring peace on earth and good will to all.”

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-898612 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0500 2132 full false Alias | Everlasting Father Q & A Alias | Everlasting Father Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-896311 Thu, 20 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500 3665 full false Alias | Everlasting Father Alias | Everlasting Father The Bible tells us that in “the fullness of time God sent forth His Son,” but even before the birth of Jesus, the great Advent Conspiracy had long been underway. One of the aliases the Prophet Isaiah gave Jesus was the “Everlasting Father.” Jewish and Christian scholars have debated this name for centuries. Isaiah was literally calling Jesus the “Father of Eternity.” Join us for part three of Alias where we will learn how Jesus came to give us the gift of eternity.

]]> The Bible tells us that in “the fullness of time God sent forth His Son,” but even before the birth of Jesus, the great Advent Conspiracy had long been underway. One of the aliases the Prophet Isaiah gave Jesus was the “Everlasting Father.” Jewish and Christian scholars have debated this name for centuries. Isaiah was literally calling Jesus the “Father of Eternity.” Join us for part three of Alias where we will learn how Jesus came to give us the gift of eternity.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-891983 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 14:00:00 -0500 2059 full false Mighty God Q & A Mighty God Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-890068 Fri, 14 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0500 3898 full false Alias | Mighty God Alias | Mighty God Seven hundred years before Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah to reveal four important clues about the coming Messiah. One of those clues was that He would be called “Mighty God.” This Hebrew phrase literally means “Hero-God.” God came to us in human flesh, the ultimate superhero in disguise. He would not only rescue us from sin and death, He would defeat those enemies once and for all. Join us for part two of Alias where we will learn that Jesus was more than a human savior; He was and is our Hero God. 

]]> Seven hundred years before Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah to reveal four important clues about the coming Messiah. One of those clues was that He would be called “Mighty God.” This Hebrew phrase literally means “Hero-God.” God came to us in human flesh, the ultimate superhero in disguise. He would not only rescue us from sin and death, He would defeat those enemies once and for all. Join us for part two of Alias where we will learn that Jesus was more than a human savior; He was and is our Hero God. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-884945 Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0500 1832 full false Alias | Wonderful Counselor Q & A Alias | Wonderful Counselor Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-881187 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 20:00:00 -0500 3640 full false Alias | Wonderful Counselor Alias | Wonderful Counselor God’s conspiracy to rescue us from sin and death began long before the events surrounding Jesus’ birth. In fact, 700 years before the angel appeared to the shepherds, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah to give us four important clues about the coming Messiah. One of the aliases Isaiah used to describe Jesus was “Wonderful Counselor.” When we think about a counselor, we may think about a mental health professional, a religious adviser, a lawyer, or someone who gives advice in a specific field. But Jesus has come to offer us more than good advice; He is our Wonderful Counselor. Join us for part one of Alias as we learn how Jesus is God’s word of hope to a hopeless world.  

]]> God’s conspiracy to rescue us from sin and death began long before the events surrounding Jesus’ birth. In fact, 700 years before the angel appeared to the shepherds, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah to give us four important clues about the coming Messiah. One of the aliases Isaiah used to describe Jesus was “Wonderful Counselor.” When we think about a counselor, we may think about a mental health professional, a religious adviser, a lawyer, or someone who gives advice in a specific field. But Jesus has come to offer us more than good advice; He is our Wonderful Counselor. Join us for part one of Alias as we learn how Jesus is God’s word of hope to a hopeless world.  

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-880607 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0500 2401 full false 30 Words | So We Can Share in God's Life 30 Words | So We Can Share in God's Life Thousands of evangelistic conversations have started with the question, “If you were to die tonight, do you know for certain you would go to heaven?” While this question has been effective for many, for others it has made the Gospel sound less like good news and more like a life insurance plan. Jesus said He came to give life and give it abundantly. While we all need life insurance, we want abundant life. Join us for the final message in 30 Words where we explore the difference between a Gospel that only promises heaven when we die versus a Gospel that promises that we can share in God’s life here, now, and forever.

]]> Thousands of evangelistic conversations have started with the question, “If you were to die tonight, do you know for certain you would go to heaven?” While this question has been effective for many, for others it has made the Gospel sound less like good news and more like a life insurance plan. Jesus said He came to give life and give it abundantly. While we all need life insurance, we want abundant life. Join us for the final message in 30 Words where we explore the difference between a Gospel that only promises heaven when we die versus a Gospel that promises that we can share in God’s life here, now, and forever.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-869904 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0500 1687 full false Annual Members Meeting Annual Members Meeting Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-864236 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 14:00:00 -0500 2561 full false 30 Words | Come to Shut Down Religion Q & A 30 Words | Come to Shut Down Religion Q & A We apologize for the audio issues. Faulty recordings and dead batteries. Check out our Facebook live event for the missing piece in the middle.

]]> We apologize for the audio issues. Faulty recordings and dead batteries. Check out our Facebook live event for the missing piece in the middle.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-861533 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 20:00:00 -0500 3022 full false 30 Words | Come to Shut Down Religion 30 Words | Come to Shut Down Religion At its best, religion is our attempt to get to God. At its worst, it is an effort to hide from God while attempting to manipulate and control others. Jesus did not come to give us a new religious system. He came to end religion by offering us a relationship with God that is not dependent on temples, priests, or sacrifices, but on God’s abundant grace and our faith in Him. Join us for part six of 30 Words, where Pastor Gary explores this most radical and unexpected gift of the Gospel.

]]> At its best, religion is our attempt to get to God. At its worst, it is an effort to hide from God while attempting to manipulate and control others. Jesus did not come to give us a new religious system. He came to end religion by offering us a relationship with God that is not dependent on temples, priests, or sacrifices, but on God’s abundant grace and our faith in Him. Join us for part six of 30 Words, where Pastor Gary explores this most radical and unexpected gift of the Gospel.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-857195 Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:00:00 -0500 2034 full false 30 Words | Come to Set Up God's Kingdom Q & A 30 Words | Come to Set Up God's Kingdom Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-854953 Wed, 07 Nov 2018 19:00:00 -0500 3711 full false 30 Words | Come to Set Up God's Kingdom 30 Words | Come to Set Up God's Kingdom For some the Gospel message is primarily about going to heaven when we die. While that is good news, it is not the best news. Jesus came to do much more than take us to heaven when we die, He came to set up God’s kingdom here and now. Join us for part 5 of 30 Words where we will learn about God’s Kingdom and how it gives us hope now and forever. 

]]> For some the Gospel message is primarily about going to heaven when we die. While that is good news, it is not the best news. Jesus came to do much more than take us to heaven when we die, He came to set up God’s kingdom here and now. Join us for part 5 of 30 Words where we will learn about God’s Kingdom and how it gives us hope now and forever. 

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-850898 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1950 full false 30 Words | Come to Save Us From Sin 30 Words | Come to Save Us From Sin We don’t like the word “sin.” It sounds way too judgmental. It makes us think of legalistic people, hypocrisy, and everything we don’t like about religion and church. While most people don’t claim to be perfect, few are willing to embrace the title of “sinner.” We may be willing to admit a “mistake,” but we are reluctant to say that we have “sinned.” The problem with the word “mistake,” is that it is insufficient to describe our problem. You make a mistake on a math test. Mistakes are easy to fix, but what do we do about the problem of sin? Join us for part 4 of 30 Words where we will learn the good news that Jesus came to save us from sin.

]]> We don’t like the word “sin.” It sounds way too judgmental. It makes us think of legalistic people, hypocrisy, and everything we don’t like about religion and church. While most people don’t claim to be perfect, few are willing to embrace the title of “sinner.” We may be willing to admit a “mistake,” but we are reluctant to say that we have “sinned.” The problem with the word “mistake,” is that it is insufficient to describe our problem. You make a mistake on a math test. Mistakes are easy to fix, but what do we do about the problem of sin? Join us for part 4 of 30 Words where we will learn the good news that Jesus came to save us from sin.

]]> Mike Reed Buzzsprout-843408 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2124 full false 30 Words | Come to Show Us God's Love Q & A 30 Words | Come to Show Us God's Love Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-840464 Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3274 full false 30 Words | Come to Show Us God's Love 30 Words | Come to Show Us God's Love God is love. There are very few people who would disagree with that statement, and even fewer who wouldn’t at least say they hope that is the case. But how do we know for sure? In part three of 30 Words, we will consider what it means that God is love and how Jesus came to prove it to us once and for all.

]]> God is love. There are very few people who would disagree with that statement, and even fewer who wouldn’t at least say they hope that is the case. But how do we know for sure? In part three of 30 Words, we will consider what it means that God is love and how Jesus came to prove it to us once and for all.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-836088 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1476 full false 30 Words | Jesus Is God With Us Q & A 30 Words | Jesus Is God With Us Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-833253 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3198 full false 30 Words | Jesus is God with Us 30 Words | Jesus is God with Us You cannot understand the Gospel as “good news” until you understand who Jesus is. And once you truly understand who Jesus is, there is no way you will ever understand the Gospel as anything other than good news! Jesus is not just a great teacher who established a world religion. He is God with skin on – God with us – God for us, not against us. Join us for part two of 30 Words where Pastor Gary will share three reasons why the Gospel must begin with Jesus.

]]> You cannot understand the Gospel as “good news” until you understand who Jesus is. And once you truly understand who Jesus is, there is no way you will ever understand the Gospel as anything other than good news! Jesus is not just a great teacher who established a world religion. He is God with skin on – God with us – God for us, not against us. Join us for part two of 30 Words where Pastor Gary will share three reasons why the Gospel must begin with Jesus.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-829594 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2309 full false 30 Words | Creeds and Creeps Q & A 30 Words | Creeds and Creeps Q & A Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-826474 Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2809 full false 30 Words | Creeds and Creeps 30 Words | Creeds and Creeps The Gospel is so simple a child can understand it, yet so immense that people have dedicated their lives in pursuit of it. This simple message radically changed the world until the world gradually changed the message. Throughout the years, the Gospel has been faithfully shared, preserved, complicated, weaponized and even ignored. You may call yourself a Christian and still be asking, “What is the Gospel, and how do I explain it to other people?” Join us for a new sermon series in which we will learn, live and share the Gospel message in 30 Words.

]]> The Gospel is so simple a child can understand it, yet so immense that people have dedicated their lives in pursuit of it. This simple message radically changed the world until the world gradually changed the message. Throughout the years, the Gospel has been faithfully shared, preserved, complicated, weaponized and even ignored. You may call yourself a Christian and still be asking, “What is the Gospel, and how do I explain it to other people?” Join us for a new sermon series in which we will learn, live and share the Gospel message in 30 Words.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-822931 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2469 full false selfLESS | Selfless Generosity Q & A selfLESS | Selfless Generosity Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-820429 Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2880 full false selfLESS | Selfless Generosity selfLESS | Selfless Generosity Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-816995 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2497 full false selfLESS | Selfless Witness Q & A selfLESS | Selfless Witness Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-814264 Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3382 full false selfLESS | Selfless Witness selfLESS | Selfless Witness Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-810775 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2170 full false selfLESS | Selfless Service Q & A selfLESS | Selfless Service Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-808333 Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3159 full false selfLESS | Selfless Service selfLESS | Selfless Service Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-804862 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2177 full false selfLESS | Mirrors and Windows Q & A selfLESS | Mirrors and Windows Q & A Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-802250 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3062 full false selfLESS | Mirrors and Windows selfLESS | Mirrors and Windows Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-798684 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2524 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | The End of the Beginning Journey to the Ends of the Earth | The End of the Beginning Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-792639 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2224 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Shipwrecked Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Shipwrecked Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-785803 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1850 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Tried Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Tried Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-779670 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2288 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Arrested Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Arrested Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-774677 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2809 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | What the Holy Spirit Asks of You Journey to the Ends of the Earth | What the Holy Spirit Asks of You Caleb Cronic Buzzsprout-769100 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2148 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Culture Clash Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Culture Clash Darren Sides Buzzsprout-763144 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2698 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | A Woman, a Slave and a Gentile Journey to the Ends of the Earth | A Woman, a Slave and a Gentile Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-756997 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2197 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Finishing Well and Passing the Baton Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Finishing Well and Passing the Baton Dr. Mark Searby Buzzsprout-751756 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2347 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Divine Detours Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Divine Detours Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-746950 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2517 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Jumping Fences Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Jumping Fences Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-740859 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2578 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | We Need A Hero Journey to the Ends of the Earth | We Need A Hero Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-734627 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1974 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | A Church that Changes the World Journey to the Ends of the Earth | A Church that Changes the World Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-729027 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2386 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Backstories Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Backstories Darren Sides Buzzsprout-723530 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2655 full false Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Jesus Saves a Terrorist Journey to the Ends of the Earth | Jesus Saves a Terrorist Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-718139 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2344 full false Glass Ceilings Glass Ceilings Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-713033 Sun, 27 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 3130 full false BREAKOUT: Prison Break BREAKOUT: Prison Break Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-707807 Sun, 20 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2035 full false BREAKOUT: The Transformed Life BREAKOUT: The Transformed Life Eddie Lockamy Buzzsprout-702955 Sun, 13 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1612 full false BREAKOUT: Segregation Abdication (part 2) BREAKOUT: Segregation Abdication (part 2) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-697988 Sun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2560 full false BREAKOUT: Segregation Abdication (part 1) BREAKOUT: Segregation Abdication (part 1) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-692540 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2661 full false BREAKOUT: Get Up and Go BREAKOUT: Get Up and Go Blake Bennett, TheCity.church Buzzsprout-687194 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2444 full false BREAKOUT: The Convenience Malfeasance BREAKOUT: The Convenience Malfeasance Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-682964 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2496 full false BREAKOUT: The Consumption Assumption BREAKOUT: The Consumption Assumption Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-678881 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2939 full false Of First Importance (Easter Sunday) Of First Importance (Easter Sunday) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-674010 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1977 full false Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-674209 Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1207 full false Prayer Journey: Destination Prayer Journey: Destination Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-664050 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2005 full false Prayer Journey: Course Corrections Prayer Journey: Course Corrections Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-659603 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2435 full false Prayer Journey: Current Location Prayer Journey: Current Location Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-654493 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2481 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Die to Self The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Die to Self Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-650796 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2478 full false Journey Conference: Power to the Journey (session three) Journey Conference: Power to the Journey (session three) Dr. Mark Searby Buzzsprout-648357 Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 4328 full false Journey Conference (session two): Grace for the Journey Journey Conference (session two): Grace for the Journey Dr. Mark Searby Buzzsprout-645922 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 3189 full false Journey Conference (session one): Call to the Journey Journey Conference (session one): Call to the Journey Dr. Mark Searby Buzzsprout-645362 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2032 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Make Disciples The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Make Disciples Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-641764 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2742 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Live Generously The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Live Generously Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-637303 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2523 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Pray with Boldness The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Pray with Boldness Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-632431 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2141 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Grow In Community The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Grow In Community Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-628745 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2496 full false The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Wait On God The Disciple's Journey | Disciples Wait On God Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-624948 Sun, 14 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2430 full false The Disciple's Journey - Beginning The Disciple's Journey - Beginning Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-620997 Sun, 07 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2441 full false Perfect Imperfections Perfect Imperfections Darren Sides Buzzsprout-617938 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1806 full false ARRIVAL: A Story of Three Christmases ARRIVAL: A Story of Three Christmases Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-621052 Sun, 24 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1183 full false ARRIVAL: He Is Coming ARRIVAL: He Is Coming Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-611853 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2526 full false Arrival: He Comes Arrival: He Comes Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-608533 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2121 full false Arrival: He Came Arrival: He Came Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-605666 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2225 full false Arrival: Longing Arrival: Longing Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-600404 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2145 full false BECAUSE | Why we believe everyone needs to hear about Jesus BECAUSE | Why we believe everyone needs to hear about Jesus Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-597283 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2285 full false BECAUSE | Why we eat stale crackers and drink Welch's in church BECAUSE | Why we eat stale crackers and drink Welch's in church Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-593130 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2012 full false BECAUSE | Why we hang out and sing BECAUSE | Why we hang out and sing Eddie Lockamy Buzzsprout-589728 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2131 full false BECAUSE | Why We Always Ask For Money BECAUSE | Why We Always Ask For Money Charles Baggs Buzzsprout-586136 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1595 full false BECAUSE | Why We Teach From the Bible in Every Sermon BECAUSE | Why We Teach From the Bible in Every Sermon Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-583217 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2695 full false BECAUSE | Why we dunk people under water BECAUSE | Why we dunk people under water Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-579734 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2180 full false LOVE WELL | The Theology of Marriage LOVE WELL | The Theology of Marriage Dr. Rick Marks Buzzsprout-575772 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2554 full false love YOUR ENEMY well love YOUR ENEMY well Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-572829 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2402 full false love YOUR NEIGHBOR well love YOUR NEIGHBOR well Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-569327 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1900 full false love YOUR CHURCH well love YOUR CHURCH well Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-566331 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 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The most intimate of all human relationships is the bond between a husband and wife. That makes marriage the most fulfilling, and potentially, damaging of all relationships. When God created man in His image, He said it was not good for him to be alone. So, God instituted the marriage relationship. But from Adam and Eve, throughout the ages, to the couple that just said "I do", marriage continues to be the source of a lot of human pain. Join us for part two of Love Well, as we explore what the Bible says about marriage, divorce, and being single.

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The most intimate of all human relationships is the bond between a husband and wife. That makes marriage the most fulfilling, and potentially, damaging of all relationships. When God created man in His image, He said it was not good for him to be alone. So, God instituted the marriage relationship. But from Adam and Eve, throughout the ages, to the couple that just said "I do", marriage continues to be the source of a lot of human pain. Join us for part two of Love Well, as we explore what the Bible says about marriage, divorce, and being single.

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Are You Tubing or Rowing? Darren Sides Buzzsprout-457994 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2085 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Discarded Crowns LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Discarded Crowns Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-455545 Sun, 25 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1716 full false Flesh (Christmas Eve) Flesh (Christmas Eve) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-455539 Sat, 24 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1363 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Love of Kings LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Love of Kings Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-453906 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1618 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Struggle Is Real LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Struggle Is Real Scott Swanstrom Buzzsprout-451546 Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1777 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Prince of Peace LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Prince of Peace Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-449305 Sun, 04 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1757 full false The Why of Mission The Why of Mission Dr. John Brady Buzzsprout-446999 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1589 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Of Pawns and Kings LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Of Pawns and Kings Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-444654 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2621 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Demanding a King LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - Demanding a King Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-442557 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2701 full false LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Once and Future King LET EARTH RECEIVE HER KING - The Once and Future King Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-439948 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2480 full false The Art of Missions The Art of Missions Scott Swanstrom Buzzsprout-437821 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2144 full false Invested Q and A Invested Q and A Gary Lee Webber, Charles Baggs Buzzsprout-436376 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1009 full false INVESTED: A Tale of Two Investors INVESTED: A Tale of Two Investors Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-435203 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1956 full false INVESTED: What We Learn About Investing From Bernie Madoff INVESTED: What We Learn About Investing From Bernie Madoff Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-432818 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1899 full false INVESTED: The Portrait INVESTED: The Portrait Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430524 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2513 full false INVESTED: Baggage Claim INVESTED: Baggage Claim Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-428138 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1882 full false INVESTED: 1,163 Stones INVESTED: 1,163 Stones Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-425896 Sun, 25 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2443 full false INVESTED: Investment Tips For the Birds INVESTED: Investment Tips For the Birds Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-422865 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2324 full false IN HIS STEPS - The Fork in the Road IN HIS STEPS - The Fork in the Road Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-420595 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1961 full false IN HIS STEPS - The Relay IN HIS STEPS - The Relay Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-418361 Sun, 04 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1667 full false IN HIS STEPS: Shotgun Start IN HIS STEPS: Shotgun Start Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-416626 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1711 full false IN HIS STEPS - If the Shoe Fits IN HIS STEPS - If the Shoe Fits Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414447 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2082 full false IN HIS STEPS: The Invitation IN HIS STEPS: The Invitation Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-410806 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1495 full false TONGUE TIED: Pierced Tongues TONGUE TIED: Pierced Tongues Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-408636 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1867 full false Tongue Tied: Twisted and Spun Tongue Tied: Twisted and Spun Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-406540 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2269 full false Tongue Tied: Loose Lips Tongue Tied: Loose Lips Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404441 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2311 full false Tongue Tied: Sticks and Stones Tongue Tied: Sticks and Stones Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-402346 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2236 full false FINAL WORDS - Sorrow to Joy FINAL WORDS - Sorrow to Joy Darren Sides Buzzsprout-400054 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2819 full false FINAL WORDS: If The World Hates Us... FINAL WORDS: If The World Hates Us... Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-397698 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2143 full false FINAL WORDS - Love Like This FINAL WORDS - Love Like This Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395324 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1868 full false FINAL WORDS: How to Honor Our Father FINAL WORDS: How to Honor Our Father Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-393270 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2313 full false FINAL WORDS: Of Vines and Branches FINAL WORDS: Of Vines and Branches Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-391094 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2461 full false How to Change the World How to Change the World Darren Sides Buzzsprout-389063 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1916 full false FINAL WORDS - Never Alone FINAL WORDS - Never Alone Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-386789 Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2727 full false FINAL WORDS - The Proposal FINAL WORDS - The Proposal Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-384339 Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2397 full false Finishing Strong Finishing Strong George Kemp Buzzsprout-382204 Sun, 15 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2710 full false RUTH - In Search of A Savior RUTH - In Search of A Savior Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414453 Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2220 full false RUTH: In Search of a Savior RUTH: In Search of a Savior Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-379993 Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2220 full false John 12-13: POURED OUT: So Close... John 12-13: POURED OUT: So Close... Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-377770 Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2178 full false JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Other Foot JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Other Foot Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-375675 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1706 full false JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Seed JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Seed Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-373348 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2667 full false JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Trouble With Crowds JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - The Trouble With Crowds Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-371168 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2321 full false JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - Empty Vessels & Stuffed Shirts JOHN 12-13: POURED OUT - Empty Vessels & Stuffed Shirts Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369843 Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2258 full false JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Life After Life After Death JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Life After Life After Death Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369852 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1959 full false JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Broken Clocks JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Broken Clocks Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369849 Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2080 full false JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Grave Clothes JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Grave Clothes Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369848 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1706 full false JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Doubting God JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE - Doubting God Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369847 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1685 full false JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE-The Mission to Live and the Call to Die JOHN 11: RAISED TO LIFE-The Mission to Live and the Call to Die Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369844 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1878 full false JOHN 10 - The Good Shepherd JOHN 10 - The Good Shepherd Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-356168 Sun, 21 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2208 john 10, february 2016, sheep, shepherd full false JOHN 9 - Sight and Sacred Saliva JOHN 9 - Sight and Sacred Saliva Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-356175 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2205 john 9, february 2016, sight, blind man full false JOHN 9 - The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Suffering JOHN 9 - The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Suffering Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-356174 Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2253 john 9, february 2016, pain, suffering full false JOHN 8 - The Religious Lies We Tell Ourselves JOHN 8 - The Religious Lies We Tell Ourselves Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369856 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2188 full false JOHN 8 - The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Freedom JOHN 8 - The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Freedom Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369855 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1792 full false JOHN 8 - The Light JOHN 8 - The Light Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369854 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2446 full false JOHN 8 - Jesus and a Naked Woman JOHN 8 - Jesus and a Naked Woman Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-369853 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1900 full false State of the Church State of the Church Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414454 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2279 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Beyond the Conspiracy (week 5) ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Beyond the Conspiracy (week 5) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414474 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2461 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - The Great Conspiracy Ever ADVENT CONSPIRACY - The Great Conspiracy Ever Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414476 Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 871 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Love All (week 4) ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Love All (week 4) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414472 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1959 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Give More (week 3) ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Give More (week 3) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414470 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1046 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Spend Less (week 2) ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Spend Less (week 2) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414469 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1663 full false ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Worship Fully (week 1) ADVENT CONSPIRACY - Worship Fully (week 1) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414467 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1662 full false BUILT TO LAST: Land Surveys and Aliens BUILT TO LAST: Land Surveys and Aliens Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430535 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2449 full false BUILT TO LAST: commUNITY BUILT TO LAST: commUNITY Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430534 Sun, 15 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1744 full false BUILT TO LAST: Counting the Cost BUILT TO LAST: Counting the Cost Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430532 Sun, 08 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1952 full false BUILT TO LAST: Alignment BUILT TO LAST: Alignment Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430531 Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2582 full false BUILT TO LAST: Determination BUILT TO LAST: Determination Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430529 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2123 full false BUILT TO LAST: Out of Ashes BUILT TO LAST: Out of Ashes Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430526 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2118 full false AWAKENING - Stay Awake! AWAKENING - Stay Awake! Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430545 Sun, 04 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2192 full false AWAKENING - While You Were Sleeping AWAKENING - While You Were Sleeping Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430544 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2415 full false AWAKENING - Are We Listening? AWAKENING - Are We Listening? Ron Gilliard Buzzsprout-430542 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1727 full false AWAKENING - Sleep It Off AWAKENING - Sleep It Off Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430540 Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2603 full false AWAKENING - Sleeping Through the Storm AWAKENING - Sleeping Through the Storm Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430539 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2085 full false AWAKENING - Narcoleptic Christianty AWAKENING - Narcoleptic Christianty Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-430538 Sun, 30 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2419 full false John 7 - Rivers of Living Water John 7 - Rivers of Living Water Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385523 Sun, 23 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2042 full false John 7 - Hide and Seek John 7 - Hide and Seek Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385522 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2381 full false John 7 - Hiding Behind the Law John 7 - Hiding Behind the Law Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385520 Sun, 09 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2403 full false John 7 - Hiding In Public John 7 - Hiding In Public Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385518 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2042 full false John 6 - Where Would We Go John 6 - Where Would We Go Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385528 Sun, 26 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2295 full false John 6 - The Bread of Life John 6 - The Bread of Life Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385527 Sun, 19 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1478 full false John 6 - The Gospel of John John 6 - The Gospel of John Darren Sides Buzzsprout-385526 Sun, 12 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2385 full false John 6 - 5,000 Hungry People John 6 - 5,000 Hungry People Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385525 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2182 full false John 5 - What I really Want John 5 - What I really Want Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385531 Sun, 28 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1730 full false John 5 - Like Father, Like Son John 5 - Like Father, Like Son Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385530 Sun, 14 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2442 full false John 5 - Do You Want to Get Better John 5 - Do You Want to Get Better Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-385529 Sun, 07 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2433 full false John 4: Seeing and Believing John 4: Seeing and Believing Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395326 Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2280 full false John 4: Hungry John 4: Hungry Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395328 Sun, 24 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2295 full false Are You Stressed? Are You Stressed? Darren Sides Buzzsprout-414543 Sun, 17 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1992 full false John 4: Undercover Boss John 4: Undercover Boss Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395329 Sun, 10 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2296 full false John 4: Thirsty John 4: Thirsty Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395331 Sun, 03 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2196 full false John 3: Becoming Less John 3: Becoming Less Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395332 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2138 full false John 3: Mission 317 John 3: Mission 317 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395334 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1977 full false Surprised (Easter) Surprised (Easter) Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-414547 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2297 full false John 3: A Serpent, A Staff and The Savior John 3: A Serpent, A Staff and The Savior Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395335 Sun, 22 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2202 full false John 3: Birth Certificates John 3: Birth Certificates Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395337 Sun, 15 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2520 full false John 2: The Heart of Man John 2: The Heart of Man Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395338 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2441 full false John 2: Tearing Down the Church House John 2: Tearing Down the Church House Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395342 Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2370 full false John 2: Weddings, Wine and A Woman He Called "Mom" John 2: Weddings, Wine and A Woman He Called "Mom" Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-395343 Sun, 22 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2308 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 6): The Legacy of Phil and Andy BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 6): The Legacy of Phil and Andy Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404442 Sun, 15 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2010 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 5): Come and See BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 5): Come and See Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404443 Sun, 08 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2082 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 4): John the Witness BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 4): John the Witness Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404444 Sun, 01 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2344 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 3): Grace and Truth BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 3): Grace and Truth Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404445 Sun, 25 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2208 full false Get Personal Get Personal Nick Swarthout Buzzsprout-414549 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1743 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 2): The Reason for the Gospel BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 2): The Reason for the Gospel Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404446 Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2001 full false BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 1): The Disciple Jesus Loves BEGINNINGS - John 1 (week 1): The Disciple Jesus Loves Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-404447 Sun, 04 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2192 full false Seventy Six Seventy Six Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436397 Sun, 28 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1678 full false WORD MADE FLESH: Our Imitation WORD MADE FLESH: Our Imitation Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464342 Sun, 21 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0500 907 full false WORD MADE FLESH: His Incarnation WORD MADE FLESH: His Incarnation Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464344 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1645 full false RUTH: Nagging Love RUTH: Nagging Love Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464334 Sun, 30 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1721 full false RUTH: The Next Right Turn RUTH: The Next Right Turn Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464336 Sun, 23 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2336 full false RUTH: Hello My Name Is Bitter RUTH: Hello My Name Is Bitter Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464337 Sun, 16 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2223 full false RUTH: Stubborn Love RUTH: Stubborn Love Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464338 Sun, 09 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2254 full false RUTH: Love's Crucible RUTH: Love's Crucible Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464340 Sun, 02 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2063 full false MAKING CHANGE | From Debt to Freedom MAKING CHANGE | From Debt to Freedom Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486143 Sun, 26 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1666 full false MAKING CHANGE | From Discontentment to Contentment MAKING CHANGE | From Discontentment to Contentment Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486141 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1953 full false MAKING CHANGE | From Owner to Manager MAKING CHANGE | From Owner to Manager Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486140 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2224 full false MAKING CHANGE | From Greed to Generosity MAKING CHANGE | From Greed to Generosity Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486139 Sun, 05 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1520 full false MAKING CHANGE | From Poor to Rich MAKING CHANGE | From Poor to Rich Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486137 Sun, 28 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1875 full false HEAVEN IS FOR REAL - Wedding Plans HEAVEN IS FOR REAL - Wedding Plans Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436400 Sun, 21 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2006 full false HEAVEN IS FOR REAL - A Glimpse of Glory HEAVEN IS FOR REAL - A Glimpse of Glory Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436399 Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2126 full false 1 Out Of 10 1 Out Of 10 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436382 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1768 full false Make Room Make Room Nick Swarthout Buzzsprout-436396 Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2440 full false Celebration Sunday Celebration Sunday Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436395 Sun, 24 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2534 full false WATERMARK: A Mark of Belonging WATERMARK: A Mark of Belonging Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486145 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1846 full false WATERMARK: A Mark of Belonging WATERMARK: A Mark of Belonging Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464345 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1846 full false WATERMARK: A Mark of Becoming WATERMARK: A Mark of Becoming Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464348 Sun, 10 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2141 full false WATERMARK: A Mark of Believing WATERMARK: A Mark of Believing Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464349 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2611 full false 75th Anniversary Homecoming Celebration 75th Anniversary Homecoming Celebration Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436391 Sun, 25 May 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2465 full false Born to Reproduce Born to Reproduce Mike Reed, pastor at San Jose Baptist Buzzsprout-436394 Sun, 18 May 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1881 full false REVEAL the Holy Spirit: Why It Matters REVEAL the Holy Spirit: Why It Matters Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464352 Sun, 11 May 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2150 full false REVEAL the Holy Spirit: What He Does REVEAL the Holy Spirit: What He Does Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464353 Sun, 04 May 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2280 full false REVEAL the Holy Spirit: Who He Is REVEAL the Holy Spirit: Who He Is Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-464354 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2280 full false Walking With Hope Walking With Hope Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436398 Sun, 20 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1762 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Footsteps BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Footsteps Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486136 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1297 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | The Aroma of Beautiful Feet BEAUTIFUL FEET | The Aroma of Beautiful Feet Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486135 Sun, 06 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2271 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Have a Story to Tell BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Have a Story to Tell Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486134 Sun, 30 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2024 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Walk with Others BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Walk with Others Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486133 Sun, 23 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1729 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Deliver BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Deliver Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486132 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1923 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Climb Mountains BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Climb Mountains Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486131 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2255 full false BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Follow BEAUTIFUL FEET | Beautiful Feet Follow Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-486130 Sun, 02 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1588 full false Teach Us to Pray Teach Us to Pray Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436381 Sun, 23 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2106 full false kNOw FEAR - Love Wins kNOw FEAR - Love Wins Buzzsprout-436410 Sun, 16 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1924 full false kNOw FEAR - Afraid To Say kNOw FEAR - Afraid To Say Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436407 Sun, 09 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2380 full false kNOw FEAR - Future Fear kNOw FEAR - Future Fear Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436403 Sun, 02 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2415 full false kNOw FEAR - Fear No Evil kNOw FEAR - Fear No Evil Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436405 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2077 full false kNOw FEAR - Faithful Fear kNOw FEAR - Faithful Fear Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-436404 Sun, 19 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2346 full false Go All In-Tentional Go All In-Tentional Nick Swarthout Buzzsprout-435226 Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1968 full false ANCIENT WORDS: Reclaimed ANCIENT WORDS: Reclaimed Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-435223 Sun, 05 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2766 full false Generations | Breaking the Cycle Generations | Breaking the Cycle Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7521184 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2635 full false Generations | Wrestling with God Generations | Wrestling with God Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7521166 Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2506 full false Generations | Promises Generations | Promises Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7521157 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2801 full false Generations | After the Flood Generations | After the Flood Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7521145 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2377 full false Generations | The Adam's Family Generations | The Adam's Family Joe Molina Buzzsprout-7521124 Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2064 full false Generations | 1,000 Generations | 1,000 Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-7521103 Sun, 06 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2285 full false Jonah | The Gourd and the Lord Jonah | The Gourd and the Lord What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. 

We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. 

We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3499405 Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2381 full false Jonah | Furious Love Jonah | Furious Love What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3348454 Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2086 full false Jonah | Second Chances Jonah | Second Chances What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3348439 Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2661 full false Jonah | What To Do If You're Swallowed By A Big Fish Jonah | What To Do If You're Swallowed By A Big Fish What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3348415 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2468 full false Jonah | Hijacked Jonah | Hijacked What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3348400 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2739 full false Jonah | Journey to Tarshish Jonah | Journey to Tarshish What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> What is it about this little four-chapter book that captures our imagination? A man being swallowed by a fish? Sounds bizarre, perhaps even unbelievable, yet Jesus seems to suggest there is something about this story that bears great significance. So much more than a cute children’s Bible story, Jonah reveals that the darkness in the world is often as close as our own heart. On Sunday, April 15th we will begin a 6-week series from the book of Jonah. We will discover the choice Jonah faced between pursuing his own selfish pleasure and God’s will is the same choice we each face. It is the same choice Jesus faced as he considered the cross. As we explore the depths of Jonah’s pain and struggles, we discover our own painful struggle with pride and selfishness. We will also see how God meets us in those dark places and uses even our failures to accomplish his greater purposes.

]]> Gary Lee Webber Buzzsprout-3348340 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2538 full false