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Faith can look strong when life is going well, but testing reveals how deep our roots really are. In Luke 8:4-15, Jesus warns that shallow faith may flourish for a season but will wither when suffering and trials come. Deep roots are built before the storm, so the question is whether your faith is strong enough to remain when life gets hard.
On this episode, Jason, Nate, and Brad sit down to talk about last weekend's message as well as all things back-to-school.
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
Many people hear God's Word without ever allowing it to take root. In Luke 8:4-15, Jesus explains why some hearts become so hardened that the gospel never produces faith or lasting fruit. The good news is that no heart is beyond God's ability to soften—but we must be willing to hear and respond.
On this episode, Jason, Nate, and Ken sit down to talk about last weekend's message as well as the height requirements for being on staff at QuadCity.
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
Every investment promises a return, but only one lasts forever. In Luke 8:1-3, we meet followers of Jesus whose transformed lives led them to joyfully invest their time, resources, and allegiance in advancing God's Kingdom. Jesus invites each of us to consider whether we're living for temporary gain or eternal reward.
On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and David sit down to talk about the 80s and 90s, hot takes from the weekend, and their gratitude for what Jesus has done.
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
Words are easy, but our actions reveal what we truly believe about Jesus. In Luke 7:36-50, a sinful woman never says a single word, yet her humility, worship, and gratitude speak louder than anything she could have spoken. Her example challenges us to ask whether our lives truly reflect the love we claim to have for Christ.
Jason, Josh, and Corey, discuss some fun hot takes, the sermon, and answer some questions.
Why did Jesus call John the Baptist the greatest man ever born, yet say that the least in the Kingdom of God is greater still? In Luke 7:24-35, Jesus reveals the incredible privilege of living under the New Covenant while exposing the hardened hearts that refused to receive God's truth. Discover what it means to be born of God and why true wisdom is always revealed by the fruit it produces.
On today's episode, Nate, David, and Jason sit down to talk about this weekend's message, and share some of their best student camp stories.
And if you're wondering how the story from this weekend ended, here's where you find out!
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
When suffering shakes your faith, it's easy to wonder if God is still at work. In Luke 7:18-23, John the Baptist wrestles with doubt from a prison cell, and Jesus responds by pointing him back to the evidence of God's faithfulness instead of changing his circumstances. Discover how to hold onto what you know to be true when life doesn't unfold the way you expected.
On this week's episode, Jason, Josh, and Corey sit down to discuss this week's message and share their most elite camping secrets.
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
Death feels final, but Jesus tells a different story. In Luke 7:11-17, Jesus meets a grieving widow, stops a funeral procession, and reveals His compassion and authority over death itself. Wherever Jesus meets death—whether in our circumstances, our relationships, or our hearts—He brings hope, life, and the promise that death never has the final word.
Jason, Nate, and Corey sit down to talk about this week's message (as well as answering last week's questions!)
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
When life becomes difficult, where do you turn first? In Luke 7:1-10, a Roman centurion demonstrates remarkable faith by trusting that Jesus' word alone is enough. His example challenges us to examine whether our confidence rests fully in Christ or in the many things we try to place alongside Him.
Josh, Corey, and Nate sit down to discuss this weekend's message. Please note, we dealt with a full power outage at the last section of this podcast, so we were not able to get to questions, but we will address your questions next week!
As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense.
At the conclusion of the Sermon on the Plain, Jesus asks a piercing question: "Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" In Luke 6:46-49, He contrasts two builders, revealing that the difference between a life that stands and a life that collapses is not what we hear, but what we do with what we've heard.
Josh, Ken, and Richard sit down to discuss this week's sermon. As always, you can look one episode earlier to catch the sermon if you haven't yet, as that will make this conversation make a lot more sense!
Every orchard tells a story, and so does every life. Drawing from Jesus' teaching in Luke 6, we learn how the seeds we plant, the influences we allow, and the condition of our hearts shape the fruit we produce. God desires more than outward religion—He wants a transformed heart that reflects His grace, truth, and love to the world around us.
In this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate discuss the sermon preached on 5/31/26. They answer questions about judging those inside and outside the church, and discuss the biblical way to do it.
Jesus never says to ignore the speck in someone else's eye. Instead, He calls us to examine our own hearts first, extending the same mercy, forgiveness, and grace that we hope to receive from God. In Luke 6, we discover that healthy correction grows out of humility, close relationships, and a commitment to becoming more like Jesus rather than simply proving someone else wrong.
In this episode of the Becoming Better Podcast, Nate, Josh, and Jason discuss this week's sermon on living out Jesus' version of the "golden rule"
Most people agree with Jesus until they actually read the red letters closely. In Luke 6, Jesus calls His followers to respond to hatred with love, insults with mercy, and evil with generosity. This teaching feels impossible until we realize it perfectly describes the way Jesus has already treated us.
Everyone wants the blessings...no one wants the Woe's...
This Episode features Nate, Josh, and Corey as they discuss last Sunday's sermon based on the first part of Luke's account of the sermon on the plain.
Jesus’ definition of blessing looks radically different from ours. In Luke 6, He declares blessing over the poor, hungry, grieving, and rejected while warning those who place their hope in wealth, comfort, pleasure, and approval. This passage forces us to ask a hard question: are we finding our fulfillment in Christ, or in the temporary comforts of this world?
Becoming Better is our podcast show where we dive deeper into Sunday's sermon. If you haven't listened to it yet, you can listen to the latest sermon right here on this podcast, and it will help this conversion make more sense.
Here is a link to the sermon series mentioned in this video:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjUbNaytfOToexLDg6TUXzTjalhB1f8qt
Jesus spent an entire night in prayer before calling twelve ordinary men to become the foundation of His church. From bold leaders like Peter to quiet servants like Andrew—and even Judas the betrayer—these apostles remind us that God uses imperfect people to accomplish eternal purposes. Luke 6 reveals both an incredible invitation and a sobering warning: being close to Jesus is not the same as truly following Him.
In this episode Josh, Jason, and Nate discuss this week's sermon about Jesus healing a man on the sabbath. The conversation covers a lot of topics from what was culturally acceptable to do on the sabbath, down to how the Levites were chosen to be priest for the Lord's service.
What looks like a debate about Sabbath laws becomes a defining moment about who Jesus really is—Lord over it all. When He calls a man to step forward in faith, what was hidden is brought into the light and completely restored. The question is the same for us: will we trust Him enough to step out, surrender, and let Him heal what’s broken?
Well hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast! My name is Nate, and I am so glad you’re here.
On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down to discuss last Sunday’s sermon. If you haven't listened to that message yet, I want to encourage you to stop here and give it a listen first, as it will provide helpful context for our conversation.
Before we dive in, I want to invite you to our Night of Prayer happening on May 7th at the Prescott Courthouse. It will be a powerful night of worship and prayer, and we are excited for you to take part in it with us.
We hope you enjoy the conversation!
We all love the kind of change we control—but what happens when Jesus disrupts everything we’re comfortable with? In Luke 5, Jesus challenges the idea that faith is about fitting Him into our lives and instead shows that following Him requires total transformation. You can’t hold onto your old life and experience the new life Jesus offers.
Well, hey welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss last Sunday's message. As a reminder, if you have any questions, we would love to answer them. You can go to the QuadCity church/podcast to submit them. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
Jesus didn’t just spend time with sinners—He had a purpose in it. In Luke 5, Jesus calls Levi, a despised tax collector, and then steps into a room full of outsiders to do what no one else would: call them to repentance. Following Jesus means moving toward people far from God, not to blend in, but to bring the hope that changes everything.
On this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and talk through last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
In Luke 5:17–26, a paralyzed man is lowered through a roof to reach Jesus Christ—but what happens next is unexpected. Before healing his body, Jesus addresses his deeper need: forgiveness. This message confronts a central question for all of us—are we coming to Jesus for what we want, or for what we truly need? Discover why forgiveness is the greatest gift Christ offers and how it changes everything.
Well, on this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and discuss our easter services and celebrate some of the cool things that we witnessed over the weekend. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
The resurrection of Jesus is the most extraordinary claim in history—but it begins with doubt, confusion, and questions from those who knew Him best. Their journey reveals that faith isn’t about having 100% certainty, but taking a step toward belief even when questions remain. The invitation is to move along the spectrum of belief and discover what it means to trust in the risen Jesus.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down to discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and give it a listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
A man covered in leprosy—cut off from family, community, and worship—throws himself at the feet of Jesus with a desperate plea: “Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.” Instead of recoiling, Jesus does the unthinkable—He reaches out and touches the untouchable. This powerful moment in Luke 5 reminds us that no one is too unclean for the grace of Christ, and the same mercy that restored the leper is the mercy that restores us.
Well Hey and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Corey, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Ken, Anthony, and I sit down to discuss last Sunday's message from Ken. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
Audio excerpt from Dr. S.M. Lockridge’s famous "That's My King" sermon (often referred to as the "Seven Way King" or "Amen" sermon), delivered in 1976 in Detroit, Michigan. You can find the full audio of that message here:”
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/13110375810
In Luke 5, Jesus steps into Simon’s ordinary workday and turns a frustrating night of failure into a life-changing encounter. When Simon finally sees Jesus clearly, he moves from admiration to surrender—falling at His knees and leaving everything behind to follow Him. This message confronts the “Simons” in all of us: are we content to stay in the crowd, or are we ready to say, “Because You say so,” and follow Jesus wherever He leads?
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On today's episode, we dive into last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to that, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. Also, thank you for submitting questions. It really helps us focus on becoming better, and that is why we do this. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
In Luke 4, Jesus steps away from the crowds to the personal, and the crowds still find him. Once again, we see that Jesus has full authority over every sickness and that the crowds can't stop him from his mission.
Luke 4: 38-44 shows Jesus displaying astonishing authority—over sickness, over demons, and over every power in creation—while also revealing deep compassion for broken people. Yet even after witnessing His power, the crowds still misunderstood His mission: Jesus didn’t come merely to bring temporary relief but to proclaim the good news of God’s kingdom. This message confronts us with a sobering question: are we simply amazed by Jesus, or are we actually following Him?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, we dive into last Sunday's message. If you havent listened to that then i want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. Also, thank you for submitting questions. It really helps us focus on becoming better, and that is why we do this. Well, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In Luke 4, Jesus establishes His ministry in Capernaum—and immediately demonstrates His authority in a dramatic encounter with a demon-possessed man. While many people still questioned who Jesus was, the demons recognized Him instantly as the Holy One of God. This passage reveals a powerful truth: no matter how real spiritual warfare may be, the authority of Jesus Christ is greater than every force of darkness.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and give it a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
When Jesus returned to His hometown of Nazareth, the people who knew Him best were amazed by His words—but quickly turned furious when they understood His message. In this powerful moment from Luke 4, Jesus reveals a hard truth: being familiar with Him is not the same as truly knowing Him. This message challenges us to move beyond admiration and knowledge about Jesus and into real surrender and relationship with Him.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we talk about the last two weeks of sermons. We answer some of your questions about the message from two weeks ago. Then we dive into the message Josh preached last Sunday. If you haven't listened to that message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to it, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
When Jesus reads from Isaiah in His hometown, He draws a clear line between the kingdoms of this world and the kingdom of God. His mission confronts hopelessness, shatters captivity, and announces real freedom—starting now. This is not a future promise or religious theory; it is the arrival of the King.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. We won't have a show this week. With Monday being a holiday and Jason going back to his alma mater. We just were not able to record an episode, but we will answer your questions next week. So if you have any other questions from last Sunday's message, you can submit them to QuadCity.church/podcast. We hope you have a good week and we will see you sunday.
Temptation comes for everyone—even Jesus—and Luke 4 reveals what’s really at stake when the pressure is on. Facing hunger, power, and the lure of shortcuts, Jesus succeeds where Adam failed by trusting the Father’s plan and standing firm on God’s Word. Choosing obedience over ease shows us what it truly means to live like Jesus in the face of temptation.
Well, hey and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
After Jesus’ baptism launches His public ministry, Luke unexpectedly pauses the story to trace a genealogy that reveals far more than names—it reveals identity. By connecting Jesus to David, Abraham, Adam, and ultimately God Himself, Luke shows that Jesus is not only Israel’s promised King but the Savior for all humanity. This message uncovers how Jesus doesn’t just come from these figures—He fulfills them as the greater King, the true Son, and the hope of the world.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
God breaks centuries of silence with a call to repentance, preparing hearts to receive the One who can truly save. John clears the way, but Jesus brings transformation—dealing with sin, offering new life, and revealing the heart of a Father who delights in His Son before a single miracle is performed. This message calls us to respond with repentance, baptism, and a life rooted not in striving for approval, but in living as the beloved.
John the Baptist delivers a blunt warning: God’s wrath is real, and preparation begins with repentance. Repentance is more than feeling bad or saying sorry—it is a changed life that produces visible fruit. Luke 3 confronts the dangerous idea that heritage, church familiarity, or good intentions can replace true repentance before God.
Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here on today's episode. Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Luke places the ministry of Jesus firmly in real history, then shows us something surprising—when God speaks, He bypasses the powerful and sends His word to a prophet in the wilderness. John the Baptist calls people to repentance and baptism, not as an end, but as preparation for the coming of Jesus. This message challenges us to consider whether our obedience today is shaping our ability to recognize and receive what God wants to do next.a
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate talk about last Sunday's episode. If you have missed Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. We did talk about a few books and wanted to share the titles and links to buy them here.
A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society By Eugene H. Patterson. LINK
The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character By Jon Tyson: LINK
At age twelve, Jesus is found in the temple—listening, asking questions, and declaring His devotion to His Father’s purposes. This moment reveals that Jesus’ faith and mission didn’t suddenly appear at thirty, but were formed through consistent practice, faithful parents, and life-shaping community. Luke invites us to examine whether our faith is built on convenience or consistency—and how we are passing that faith on to the next generation.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode, we dive into last Sunday's message. We also answer your questions. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
In Luke 2, Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the temple, where two faithful servants—Simeon and Anna—recognize what the world cannot yet see: this child is God’s salvation for all nations. Their response reveals a deep truth—Jesus does not need to prove Himself to be worthy of worship; His presence alone is enough. This passage challenges us to examine whether we truly see Jesus as sufficient and whether our devotion naturally leads us to thank God and share Him with others.
In Luke 1:57–79, we witness the miraculous birth of John the Baptist and the powerful moment when Zechariah’s obedience unlocks praise and prophecy. Choosing faithfulness over cultural pressure prepares the way for God’s promises to unfold. As Christmas approaches, we’re reminded that John points the way—but Jesus is the redemption we are celebrating.
Well, hey and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to that, I encourage you to stop here and give it a listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. Well, we hope that you enjoy this conversation.
What does it really mean to be favored by God when obedience could cost you everything? In Luke 1, we see how God chooses the unlikely, fulfills the impossible, and invites us to trust His promises even when the future feels uncertain. Like Mary, we are called to believe—not just that God can fulfill His word, but to live as if He already has.
Hi and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. We’re really glad you’re here. Today, Jason, Josh, and I sit down to talk about Sunday’s episode. We chat about the music recap and how much time we spent listening to music. We’re also grateful for everyone who listens regularly. If you haven’t heard Sunday’s message yet, please check that out first—it’ll help this conversation make more sense. We hope you enjoy today’s episode.
In today’s message, I walk us through Luke 1 to show how God begins fulfilling His long-awaited promises through the miraculous birth of John the Baptist, even after 400 years of silence. We look at Zechariah and Elizabeth’s story to see that God is always working, that righteousness is revealed through obedience, and that our prayers are never wasted. And finally, I remind us that the same Spirit who fills John from the womb now fills us, empowering us to live out the calling God has placed on our lives.
Hey everyone, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I’m really glad you’re joining us today. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down to talk about the holidays and some of the fun things happening around Prescott. After that, we dive into last Sunday’s message and share our biggest takeaways.
If you haven’t had a chance to listen to Sunday’s sermon yet, I’d encourage you to hit pause and check that out first—it’ll give a lot more context to the conversation we’re about to have.
I also want to invite you to join us for our Advent Prayer happening over the next 23 days: from 6–9 AM every morning at the Prescott campus and the Prescott Valley office, and from 8–10 AM at the school on Sundays. We’d love to see you there.
And as always, for more info on what’s happening around our campuses, head over to quadcity.church/events.
Alright, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Today we start an expository deep dive through the book of Luke. Who was Luke? and what makes him qualified to write an historical record of the life of Jesus?
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On today's episode, Josh, Jason, and David jump on the show and talk about Josh's sermon from last Sunday. We hope you enjoy this episode.
Jesus's warning to the church of Laodicea is clear, and it is one that is incredibly applicable to us today.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On today's episode, Freddie, Corey, and Nate jump on the show and talk about Josh's sermon from last Sunday. We hope you enjoy this episode.
Unlike the other letters we have read so far, Jesus doesn't start with anything positive for the church in Sardis. They look good on the outside, but they are dead on the inside.
Thanks for joining us here on the Becoming Better podcast. In this episode, Jason answers the questions that he had from his vision sermon. Then we dive into last Sunday's episode.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast! I’m your host, Nate, and I’m so glad you’re here. On today’s episode, Josh and I sit down to discuss The Great Chair Heist in Spain. We also dive into part of Sunday’s message and talk about the worship night we had that evening. Since Jason is missing this week, we’re holding off on answering listener questions so he can join us and share more about why these four points made the list and how he envisions their impact. If you still have questions or thoughts to share, you can reach us at quadcity.church/podcast.
We hope you enjoy this conversation!
This weekend we take a break from our series on the Seven Churches of Revelation to give everyone an update on the vision and direction of the Church. Pastor Jason returns from his sabbatical energized to preach the word and let the Spirit lead our congregation.
Thank you for listening to the Becoming Better Podcast. We dive deeper into Sunday's message. We answer some questions and talk about how we all can become better disciples of Jesus. Thank you for listening.
Today we are going to do a deep dive into the church of Pergamum, and the warning of synchronism in their (and our) culture.
On this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down to discuss some of the hot takes they believe in. They also jump into Sunday's message, asking and answering some questions. If you have any questions for us on the podcast, you can submit them to quadcity.church/podcast. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Here is what we can conclude from Jesus' letter to the church in Smyrna:
Jesus isn’t promising to pull you out of what you’re facing
He’s promising to walk with you through it.
To strengthen you in it.
To give you a hope that even death can’t touch.
So don’t quit.
Don’t walk away.
Don’t lose heart.
This is part two of our Becoming Better podcast. Jason, Josh, and Nate continue answering your questions. Thank you for joining us, and we hope you enjoy the rest of this episode.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode Jason, Josh, Nate sit down and talk about McDonalds and we jump into talking about sunday. This will also be a two part podcast. We want to make sure that we cover all the questions so we are going to do this as a two part series. We hope you stick around and listen to both episodes. Well we hope you enjoy this conversation.
The Biblical account of the church of Ephesus ends with a letter Jesus wrote to this church in Revelation chapter 2. From this letter we can see that they took seriously the expectation to get rid of the false teachers. Jesus commends them for doing so. However, in their eagerness to dispel false teachers, it seems they forgot the greatest command of all, to love God and love people.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and we talk about Josh's New roommate, and we then dive into Sunday's message. If you would like to submit a comment about what has stuck out to you, then I want to encourage you to do that at quadcity.church/podcast. We look forward to talking about that on next week's bonus episode.
Paul ends with a flurry of personal instructions and greetings. This is a reminder to us that Paul was a real person, who lived in a real time in community with real people. Among the many names in this text we find people who have helped Paul along the way and those who have hurt him. What is the hard thing God has called you to do? If you only have God with you to do it, is that enough?
On this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and talk about which famous person they would want to have in a film about themselves. They also talk about the movement that we are seeing in the US. We also have a list of podcasts that we think that you should listen too if you would like to hear more about what is going on around the us.
Awaken network-Revival would Crush you- Link,
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revival-would-crush-you/id1706905261?i=1000697590981
Awaken network-Unshakeable Resolve- Link
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unshakeable-resolve/id1706905261?i=1000638285277
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast- Revival Series Pt. 1- Link
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revival-series-pt-1-inside-the-asbury-outpouring-zach/id912753163?i=1000720701097
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast- Revival Series Pt. 2- Link
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/revival-series-pt-2-preparing-and-preaching-for/id912753163?i=1000721023759
Having reminded Timothy of the great gift and value of the Word of God, Paul ends this final letter to Timothy with one final charge: Preach the word!
Well on this episode Jason, David, and I sit down and discuss sundays message. This is a longer episode so you may have to listen over a couple listens. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
While the false teachers are deceiving and being deceived, Paul reminds Timothy that it doesn’t have to be the case for him. Timothy was discipled by Paul himself and had a front row seat to witness Paul's life and ministry up close, both the good and the bad. Timothy got to see God at work in spectacular ways.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. In this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and talk about Sunday's message. They answer some of your questions. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In this teaching, we dive into Paul's sobering warning to Timothy about the rise of false teachers and the dangerous attitudes that will characterize people in the "last days." According to Paul, this era spans from Christ’s ascension to His eventual return—and we are living in it now.
Paul doesn’t hold back. He gives a list of 19 specific actions and attitudes that will become more and more prevalent. These traits weren’t just for some distant future—they were already threatening the church in Ephesus, and they still plague our world today.
One of the most chilling indictments Paul gives is that these people will have a “form of godliness but deny its power.”
They may sound spiritual. Look spiritual. Study deeply. But they are not transformed. They are void of the Spirit of God, and their faith is ultimately rejected—not because they rejected faith, but because true Faith rejected them.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to Becoming Better Podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On this episode, Ken, Jason, and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's episode. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. Well, we hope that you enjoy this conversation.
In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for special purposes and some for common use. Do you want to be useful to the Master? How are you growing as a disciple?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk through Josh's message this last Sunday. If you missed this message, then I want you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will make this conversation make more sense.
Paul once again specifically addresses the dangers of quarreling in the church. We all know of people who just like to argue over things that do not promote the work of God, and apparently this was a significant issue in the church in Ephesus. Yet, while we may find it annoying, Paul declares it to be deadly. He says it spreads like gangrene, leads to ungodliness, to a departure of the truth, and destroys faith.
On this episode Josh and I sit down and we talk about the weather this morning and then we dive into the message from this last sunday. If you havent listened to it then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen.
We hope you enjoy this conversation.
This passage of scripture opens with the word “remember," and verse 14 commands Timothy to “keep reminding people of the these things.” What is it that we are to remember and remind people of? The Gospel: The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, and all that we gain from it. It is so glorious that it is worth anything that it costs us…even suffering and death.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Josh, David, and I sit down and talk about David's message this last Sunday. If you have not listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that so that this conversation makes more sense to you. Well, we hope you enjoy these conversations.
Being a Pastor like Timothy comes with wearing many hats. There are lots of things that he is called to do, and much of what Timothy is tasked with has application for all disciples of Jesus.
Nate is back! On this week's episode, Nate, Josh, and Corey sit down to talk about Sunday's message, the projects they've yet to complete, and what it means to suffer as a follower of Jesus.
As Paul launches into the final letter he would write to Timothy, he begins with a word of encouragement. He reminds Timothy of his calling…and he reminds Timothy of his giftedness…and lastly he reminds Timothy of the Spirit that God has given him.
And then Paul invites Timothy into his suffering. Suffering that is worth it because of the grace of God that was given through Jesus. Suffering isn’t something to be ashamed of because we serve a savior who suffered.
Paul told Timothy not to be ashamed because Paul was in prison. And to be willing to join him in his suffering. And Timothy would suffer. Hebrews 13:23 indicates Timothy was eventually put in prison himself.
On this episode, Josh, David, and Ken sit down to talk about family, faith, and legacy.
God’s plan from the beginning was that faith was to be passed down from generation to generation. The old testament is filled with commands to share with your children the great things God has done. In Malachi 2:15, God says the reason God takes 2 and makes them 1 in marriage is so that they will produce Godly offspring.
Both Paul and Timothy come from faith filled families. Paul was a Jewish man who’s ancestors served God faithfully. Timothy faith came from his mother and grandmother. His life was changed by their faithfulness.
On this episode, we sit down with Tim to discuss his message from last Sunday. We sit down and learn more about who Tim is, then dive into some questions. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul has one more group of people that he wants to make sure that Timothy addresses specifically. That is the rich. Paul commands Timothy to command the rich to be generous and willing to share.
Well, hey, and welcome to Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On this show, we have Jay and David joining us, and we talk about Jay's message he gave this last Sunday. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
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As Paul wraps up his letter to Timothy, Paul gives him a charge. To flee from the sins that entraps so many pastors, the pursuit of money. And encourages him to instead pursue righteousness, godliness and the like.
It isn’t enough for us to flee something…we also have to pursue something.
Paul implores him to fight the good fight of faith. Keeping faith is a fight. Apparently Paul doesn’t believe it will just happen. But it is something that must be fought for. He also places the onus on Timothy to “take hold of the eternal life” that comes with the good confession of faith.
It is clear that Paul does not assume that one can just coast to the finish line of faith but you must persevere to the end.a
On today's episode, Josh, Corey, and Kellan sit down and they discuss Glenn's Message that he gave this last Sunday on 1 Timothy 6:2-20. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
We have all heard the verse: “for the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil." However, most don’t know the context of that verse. It is found in the middle of a conversation about those who try to leverage gospel ministry for financial gain. Paul declares that it is godliness with contentment that we should be striving for.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Josh, David, and I sit down and talk through last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then we would love for you to stop here and give that a listen, as that will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, we hope that you enjoy this conversation/
Paul ends the book of 1 Timothy by giving instructions to those who are slaves. Slavery was a common part of life in the Roman Empire and Ephesus would have been no exception. What makes this text interesting is that there are no corresponding instructions to the masters in the church (at least in 1 Timothy). However, Paul does instruct a master in the church in a letter to Philemon.
On this episode, Josh, Joe, and I sit down to discuss last Sunday's message. We also dive into what we're doing for the 4th of July. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I encourage you to pause here and give it a listen, as it will help make this conversation more sense to you.
The letter of 1 Timothy was written by the Apostle Paul to a young pastor named Timothy to help him understand how the church would operate. It makes perfect sense that Paul would address the expectations that come with being a pastor (also known as an elder, shepherd, and overseer).
There are some benefits, such as being paid for your work: Paul makes it clear that the one who’s job is preaching and teaching should be compensated. Accusations against the pastor are to be corroborated before they are to be believed. However, when a pastor is found to have sinned, he is to be reproved in public.
On this episode, Josh, David, and Nate talk through Grant's message on the young widows and what the church is called to do for them. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
In a world were the life expectancy at birth was 25-30 years, and making it to 40-50-60 was less than 30%, it isn’t surprising that Paul felt the need to address younger widows. It is like that there were many young woman who lost their husbands at a relatively young age.
But, as we saw in the text last week, not all widows are equal. There are different expectations for widows depending on their circumstances. So what does Paul have to say about the younger widows?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Become Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Josh David and I talk about the widows in the church and what we are called to do. We also answer a few questions. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
In our text, Paul reinforces the idea of church family by telling Timothy to treat those in the church as fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters. Paul then goes into great detail establishing the responsibility of the church in helping the widows among the people of God.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode, Josh, Freddy, and Nate sit down and talk about last Sunday's message.
This text is challenging young believers to not let their youth be an excuse, but instead they are to be an example of what it looks like to follow Jesus. This text is also challenging those who are not young anymore to call out leadership in the young people around us.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On today's episode, Ken, Josh, and I sit down and talk about last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's episode, then I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Discipleship group questions to ask this week.
“What do you suppose people might think we are ‘training for’ just by watching our life this week?”
“Paul uses the language of sweat and struggle: ‘we labor and strive.’ We often think of that as a call for all believers—but what are some quiet, behind-the-scenes ways that pastors in our church labor and strive that many of us might not even see?”
“If we had eyes to really see the weight our pastors carry, how might we respond differently?
What are some simple, meaningful ways the rest of us can help lift that load?”
Paul lays down an expectation for Timothy that applies to us all, we are to train ourselves to be Godly. What does training for Godliness look like? What specifically are we supposed to do?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today's episode, Josh Kellan and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. Well, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul declares that lies from demons will not only be taught by hypocrites, but that people will abandon the faith and follow those deceiving spirits. Paul gives specific examples of some of the things that false teachers were teaching in the first century church in Ephesus. The question we need to ask ourselves is: what are false teachers teaching that would cause people to abandon the faith in the church today?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and talk about how Joshua asked God to keep the sun still for a whole day, and also how much we love out-of-context scriptures. We also dive into last week's sermon and what Paul is encouraging Timothy with. We also talk about a series that we did a while ago, so if you would like to watch those videos, you can find all of them here. https://vimeo.com/showcase/8729595. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
So far, the purpose of Paul's letter to Timothy has been to teach people how they are supposed to act in the Church. This letter is like a practical ministry class for Timothy. Yet, right here in the middle of it, Paul gives us an early Christian hymn or creed. This is a declaration of the Gospel, and the mystery of godliness flows from it.
Welcome to Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate discuss the Cocodona 250 that happened while Josh was away. We then dive into last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, we encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul has made it clear that woman are not to be the authority figures in the church. So who is called to lead? The obvious answer is men, but can it be just any man? Absolutely not, there is a high expectation for those who would even be considered to lead the church.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and we are so glad that you are here. On today’s episode, Jason Ken, Lyndsey, and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's sermon. If you haven’t listened to that, I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
Before we jump in, I want to inform you of some of the cool things happening around the church this week and month. This weekend, we have our meal pack event on Saturday at both campuses. So if you are interested, we would love for you to come out. You can sign up for one of the two times that we have. Also, on Tuesday, we have our community meal at 5 pm, so come for a meal and some community. You can find more events the rest of the month at Quadcity church/events. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In this text we will address one of the most controversial issues in the modern church: a woman’s role in the church. Paul explicitly says they must be silent. Is that really what it means? Does this expectation still apply today?
Well hey and welcome back to the Becoming Better podcast! Im your host Nate and I am so glad that you are here. Well on todays episode Jason josh and I Dive into a super important, extremely serious question… Could 100 guys actually beat a silverback gorilla? (Spoiler: it's not looking good for the humans.)
Also, we’ll talk about how Easter services went — it was such a powerful weekend. So many people, so much energy, so much to celebrate. We then dive into Sundays message Who should we pray for? If you haven’t listened to last Sundays message then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
Plus, we answer some of your questions you sent in this week —
And real quick — don’t forget — our Meal Pack event is coming up May 10th at both campuses. It’s a great way to serve and connect with your people. You can sign up right now at quadcity.church/events. Would love to see you there.
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Paul claims that we should pray for all people. He even goes so far as to command prayer for the Emperor himself. Imagine having a temple in your town for the man who is putting people like you to death, and you are told to pray FOR that person…not against them! That was Ephesus!
As the disciples are walking seven miles from Jerusalem to Emmaus, Jesus goes through their bible, from the books of Moses through the Prophets (what we would call the Old Testament) and explains to them what the scriptures said about himself.
There is no doubt: this is the greatest sermon we have never heard.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast! My name is Nate, and I am so glad you have joined us. Jason, Josh, and I dive into Jason's message on shipwrecking our faith, based on 1 Timothy 1:18-20. We discuss a few of your questions that you submitted, and I want to say thank you for doing that. This helps us dig deeper into the Word and explore ways to enrich our faith, allowing us to become better followers of Jesus. If you haven’t listened to the Sunday message, I encourage you to pause here and give it a listen, as it will help make this conversation clearer for you. And if you don’t have plans for Easter, I invite you to join us for the celebration. You can find all the times at our website: quadcity.church/easter. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation!
In this text, Paul calls out two people who didn’t lose their faith, they flat out rejected it. Their life and story, which Timothy would have been very familiar with, is used as a warning for Timothy to hold onto faith and a good conscience.
Well, hey, and welcome to the becoming better podcast. My name is Nate and I am so glad that you are here. If this is your first time listening to this podcast, I want to say thank you for giving us a listen. The purpose of this show is to dig a little deeper from last Sunday's message. We know that we are better together and we hope to that this helps answer any questions you may have after the message. So if you do have questions, then I want to encourage you to submit them to www.quadcity.church/podcast, and we would love to take the time to answer them and help all of us become better disciples of Jesus. Everywhere and always. If you haven’t listened to last Sunday's message, then I want you to pause here and go back one episode. You can listen to that as it will help this episode make more sense to you. Then come back to this episode and listen to this. Well, in today’s episode, we dive into Paul's life in 1 Timothy and talk a little more about how we can start to reach out to our neighbors and spread the Gospel to them. Before we dive in I would love to personally invite you to join us for Good Friday at our Prescott campus on April 18th at 6 pm and then come back for our Easter services we will have four times in Prescott one on Saturday the 19th at 4:30 and three on Sunday the 20th 8,9:30 and 11 We will also have two on Sunday at our Prescott Valley campus at 9:30 and 11. We hope to see you there. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
When most people think of Paul, they think of the "Great Apostle." The one who endured great suffering to take the gospel around the Roman world for the sake of the Gentiles. We don’t often think of Paul before he came to Christ.
Well, hey, and welcome to the becoming better podcast. My name is Nate and I am so glad that you are here. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about buying land in heaven. We also dive into Josh’s message this last Sunday and answer some of your questions. If you haven’t listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. Before we dive in, I invite you to join us for easter on April 19th and 20th. Those times are 4:30 on Saturday, April 19th, and 8/9:30/ and 11 at our Prescott campus ano in PV 9:30 and 11 on April 20th.
If you would like more information on that or anything else on either campus, you can go to Quad City.church/events and find all the info there. Well, without further ado., We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul encourages Timothy to refute those who have departed from a sincere faith and have turned to meaningless talk. These people are focused on things that don’t matter, like myths, genealogies, and controversial speculations, rather than focusing on what matters most, namely
faith.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. In this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about how long we will watch a show before we stop and not go back. We also talked about Timothy and last Sunday's message. If you haven’t listened to last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen. If you would like to learn about the events we have here at Quadcity, I want to invite you to check out our events page, as that will help you stay in touch with everything happening each month. You can find that at quadcity.church/events
Well with out further ado we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Outside of Paul himself, no one has more Bible writing credits in the New Testament than Timothy. Paul saw leadership potential in Timothy from an early age and Paul took him along as his partner in Ministry, where he quickly became Paul's most trusted ministry partner. Eventually Paul called Timothy to pastor the church in Ephesus, where he did so faithfully for decades.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. Jason, Josh, and David sit down on today's show and discuss Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, we would invite you to stop here and listen to it, as it will help make this conversation more sense to you. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul ends his letter to the Ephesians in the same way he ends many of his letters. He specifically asks these brothers and sisters to pray for his boldness while he is in chains for the gospel. He prays…not for people to be saved…but for boldness to complete the mission of preaching the gospel as God has called him to.
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On today's episode, Jason Josh, and I sit down and talk about last Sunday's message on putting the Armor of God on, and we also answer a few of your questions.
If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen as it will help Sunday's message make more sense to you. do so. Itmore meaningful
Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
We live in the middle of a battlefield. It is sometimes easy to forget it when we are doomscrolling Facebook and shopping for avocados. However, Paul makes it clear that spiritual warfare is an ever-present reality in the life of a Jesus follower. This is his encouragement for us: prepare yourself for battle.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I’m your host, Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's message. We also take some time to answer a few of your questions. If you haven’t listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you . We are also two weeks away from ending in the book of Ephesians. And we would love for you to submit some practical things that you have taken from this book of Ephesians. We would love to sit down and review the last 20 weeks and hear the big wins you are getting from this book. You can submit those on our website quad city.church/podcast. Well with out further ado we hope you enjoy this conversation.
As we see in this text, the truth of the Gospel will impact how children interact with parents, and how parents interact with their kids. The Gospel will impact how we treat those who are below us in our jobs and businesses, as well as those above us. There is no relationship that our faith in Jesus does not influence.
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Well, hello, and welcome to the Become Better podcast. My Name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason Josh and I sit down to discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to do so, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul, writing to a local body of believers in Ephesus writes, “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.”
This command isn’t written just to the women, or even to the wives, it is written to the church. Our general disposition toward one another should be one of submission. With that general understanding in mind, Paul moves specifically to speaking to wives and husbands. What he has to say to those in Ephesus would have been a brand new way of thinking, especially for the men.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today’s episode, Josh and I sit down with Noah and Freddy, our two student pastors, and talk to them about some of the cool things happening in the student ministry here at Quadcity. We also dive into Jason's message that he did this last week and answer some of your questions. If you haven’t listened to that yet, I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help this conversation make more sense to you. If you would like to know more about what is happening around campus, I invite you to visit our website at www.Quadcity.church/events and everything that is going on this week. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In this text, Paul continues his call for the people of God to not only believe something different than the rest of the world, but to live in a way that is different from the rest of the world. Paul says those who are outside of Christ are living in darkness, but those in Christ are living in the light.
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Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to that yet, I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
We live in a culture where we are surrounded by people tolerating and celebrating sin. That is not acceptable among the people of God. When someone walks among believers, there should be a palpable difference in what they see, hear, and experience. The question this text makes us ask is: does the standard of holiness among us meet the standard God sets for his people?
Well Hey and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My Name is Nate and we are so glad that you are here. On Todays episode Jason Josh and I sit down and talk about last sundays message. If you haven't listened to last sundays message then I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well with out further ado we hope you enjoy this conversation.
For most of us, we read texts like this as a checklist of "do’s" and "don’ts." And rightly so! These verses clearly lay out for us in very specific terms how we are to act towards one another. However, we should not see these texts as exhaustive lists of how to act. Instead, they are examples of what it looks like to live out the command of chapter 5 verse 1: following God’s example and walking in love.
Hey,y, and welcome to the Becoming BettBecome Better podcast. I'm your host Nate and I am so glad you're here. On today's episode, Jason Joshsh and I discuss last Sunday's message. If you haven't listened to the message, stop here and do so, as it will help make this conversation more sense. Without further ado we hope you enjoy this conversation.
When you think about your life, is there a difference between your actions and attitudes before you knew Jesus and after? Not just a change in beliefs, but a change in behaviors?
As Paul is speaking to these gentile Ephesians, he implores them to turn away from the way they used to live. Paul makes it clear that to live like the “gentiles” is incongruent with following Jesus.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I discuss last Sunday's message. We go over what it looks like to use our gifts for the church and then answer some questions.
If you haven’t listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen. As it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. If you are interested in some of the cool things happening on campus, I invite you to our events page. QuadCity.church/events will fill you in on some of the cool things happening each week.
Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
If you are in Christ, you have been given a spiritual gift meant to be used with and for the body of Christ. The big idea of these verses is that the body is made up of many parts, but they are designed to work together. The goal of Paul's exhortation here is that the body would be unified and mature.
In the western church, we often see church as an event we attend, instead of a body to which we belong. In a body, every part is important. If one part hurts, the whole body is affected. If one part is missing, the body doesn’t function as it was designed. Do we see the church, and our role in it, with that kind of importance?
Jason, Josh, and I discuss Sunday's message in this episode. We also answer a few of your questions. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will make this conversation more meaningful to you. Go to quadcity.church/events to find out everything around campus. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Paul: A Biography By: N.T. Wright Link
As is often the case in Paul's letters, the first half of the letter is a reminder of the gospel. It is a retelling of who we were before Christ, and who we are in Christ. As we enter into chapter 4, the letter now takes a turn. Paul begins to move from theological to practical. He shifts from reminding us of what Christ has done, to what we should do because of what Christ has done.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this episode, we kick off 2025, looking back on all the ministry that we did in 2024. We also talked about some of the Cool things we didn't get to discuss this Sunday. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
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This is a new command, as the original command to love was to love your neighbor as yourself…the golden rule. Jesus elevates that expectation for us to love each other as He has loved us! Jesus commands us to do this because it doesn’t come naturally! Romantic love or parental love tends to come naturally, but to love people with a Christ like love, does not come on its own.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast on today's episode. Jason and Josh and Guest Freddy sit down, and they talk about this last message. If you haven't heard last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will make more sense for this conversation. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
This is one of the most famous Prayers of Paul, and it is primarily focused on knowing the great depth of the love of Christ.
Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. In today's episode, Jason, Josh, and Nate sit down and discuss this message from last Sunday. We would love to invite you to our Christmas eve services this year. We have three in Prescott. Those times are 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 5:00 PM. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
In this section of text, Paul speaks of a mystery that was revealed to him for the sake of the gentiles. A mystery in the New Testament is typically something that was once hidden but has now been made known. What has been made known? The gentiles have been given the same standing as the Jews in the family of God.
Welcome to the Become Better Podcast we are so glad that you are here. On today's episode Jason, Josh, And Nate sit down and discuss last sundays message. If you haven't listened to last sundays message then pause here and listen to that as it will make this conversation make more sense to you. Well we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In Paul's day the world was divided up in two groups, Jews and gentiles. The two did not mix, there was hostility between them. The Jews believed they were the ones who had received all the blessing of being God’s people…the gentiles had been left without hope.
But God’s design from the beginning was to take the two and make them one…and he did so through the blood of Christ.
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This text is the glorious declaration of the Gospel. It is out of God’s great love that he lavished his mercy on us and made us alive with Christ. We are saved by God's Grace. There is nothing we can do to earn it. It is a gift we receive.
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On today's episode, we have Ken and Corey on the show, and we dive into an update on some of the cool things that are happening out at our Prescott Valley; then, we dive into talking about Sunday's message and answering questions that have been submitted.
With Thanksgiving on the way this week, we just wanted to give you guys an update that the office will be closed on Wednesday through Friday. We hope you have a great Thanksgiving and see you guys Sunday at either campus.
Finally, if you haven’t listened to Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to it, as it will help make this conversation more meaningful.
Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Chapter 2 begins with Paul teaching the good news, but to accurately teach the good news, people need to hear the bad news. Paul shares the bad news first. There is a cultural idea that we are all good people: since we are all children of God we must do something really bad to have that status removed. "Good” is our default position., and we have to behave our way to “bad.”
However, that isn’t what scripture teaches. We begin as those under the wrath of God, and without Christ, that is where we will remain.
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On today’s episode, Jason Josh and I sit down and talk about our prayer life, how we need to be closer to Jesus, and how we can do that in our lives. If you have missed Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to pause it and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope that you enjoy this conversation.
If you would like to see the Message about Silence and solidarity, click on the link below, and if you would like to watch the podcast Josh did with Joe, you can also click on this link below as well
Sermon-https://vimeo.com/854405492
Podcast-https://vimeo.com/854701452
After Paul's doxology, he turns his attention to the church. He is overwhelmed with gratitude for them and offers one of the highest and richest prayers in all of scripture for them.
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Well, hey, and welcome to the Become Better podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad you guys are here. On today’s episode, Jason David and I sit down, and answer a few of your questions, and dive a little deeper into last Sunday's message. So, if you haven’t listened to that yet, I want to encourage you to stop here and give that a listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
Before we dive into this episode, I want to let you know about a few things happening around campus this week.
On Tuesday, we will have our community meal, which starts at 5 p.m., so if you want a hot meal, head over to the Prescott campus and join us for that. We also have our Celebrate Recovery meeting on Tuesday at 6 p.m., and we would love to see you there.
Finally, on Saturday, the 16th of November, we have our Brown Bag brunch for the ladies, and then we meet at the Prescott campus at 10 am.
Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
This week our study of the church of Ephesus moves us into the book of Ephesians. This letter was likely written around 60 AD. Paul left his ministry in Ephesus around 56 AD. He went to Jerusalem and was arrested and eventually was taken to Rome. It was from his Roman detention that Paul writes this letter back to the people he spent over 2 years doing ministry with. The letter to the Ephesians begins with a reminder of all that comes with being “In Christ”. This term is used in some fashion 9 times in the first 14 verses.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. Before we jump in I would love to stop and tell you about some events happening around campus this week. On Tuesday at 5 pm, we will have our community meal. So come by and share a meal with us. Also, on Tuesday night, we have Celebrate Recovery, which meets in the student building at 6 pm. Child care is provided. Finally, on Saturday, November 9th, from 7:30-9:00 am at our Prescott campus, we have men's breakfast, where we gather for a meal and go through the book of 1st Peter. You can find all these events on our website and our app. We hope to see you this week.
Jason, Josh, and I jump in to talk about last Sunday's message and answer some questions that you guys submitted. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
After the riot Paul leaves Ephesus. A year later he makes his way back to the area, but doesn’t have time to stay. So he calls for the Elders to meet him in Miletus. He has a message for them as they lead the church in Ephesus.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. In today's episode, Josh, Anthony, and I answer some questions. We also dive into this last Sunday message and discuss some of the big takeaways that we had from it. If you haven't listened to this last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to do so, as it will help make this conversation more sense. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Imagine a church so influential that it changed a city's economy! That is what happened in
Ephesus. The idol makers were running out of customers! A riot breaks out and engulfs the
city. And instead of being afraid…Paul is excited to share the gospel in a stadium of 24000
people.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. Well, on today's episode, we dive into last Sunday's message, and we answer your guy's question that you had from the message. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I encourage you to stop. Here, listen to that, as it will help make this conversation more sense. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
There are times when Gospel work is miraculous, when God chooses to work in way that falls outside of the laws of physics. Paul experienced this many times in his ministry in Ephesus.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk about our favorite era of music. We also discussed The Jewish People and Why we used the word Mundane this week. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that, as it will help with this conversation. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this Conversation.
We often think of the ministry of the Apostles as always being adventurous and excited, filled with feats of bravery and miraculous events. Yet while that is often true, there is more to the story. In Acts chapter 19 we find Paul fulfilling his promise to return to Ephesus. He meets some disciples there, who, like Apollos, didn’t quite get the baptism piece right, so Paul corrects them. Then he does what he always did, he started preaching in the synagogue sharing about Jesus. He did this for 3 months. And when he wore out his welcome, he rented a local classroom…and preached and teached everyday for two years! Two years of faithful gospel proclamation.
Well, Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so excited that you are here. Jason, Josh, and I sit down and dive into the intro of the rise and fall of Ephesus. If you haven't listened to this last sundays's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that as it will help you understand this conversation makes more sense to you. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
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Acts 18 records the first gospel seeds being planted in the city of Ephesus. Paul, with his companions from Corinth, Priscilla and Aquila, come to Ephesus, enter the Synagogue, and share the gospel. Paul soon leaves, and another evangelist arrives to pick up where Paul leaves off, named Apollos.
Well, hey and welcome to the becoming better podcast. My name is Nate and I’m so glad you’re here. Well on today’s episode. Jason Josh and I sit down and we wrap up our marriage series. Cultivating a godly marriage now as a heads up just wanna let you know this is a longer episode, but we wanted to make sure we gave each of your questions enough time and thought as we answered them. So you might have to break this up into a couple of listens but we hope that you stick with us to the end. If you still have some questions and want to chat with a pastor I want to let you know our team is always available and willing to sit down with you and have a conversation. If you missed Sundays message then I would encourage you to stop here and listen to that as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well with out further ado we hope you enjoy this message.
No one stands before their friends and family in a white dress or black suit and dreams of the day when this marriage will be over. Unfortunately, it happens to millions of people every year. So what do we do when the relationship we once cultivated has been relegated to the wood pile?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I’m your host. In today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I discuss the message of this last sermon: revival or die. We dive into practical ways of how this looks and how, in each season, it looks a little different, but we still need to put in the work. We’re excited about the Grace marriage conference we will host here. If you want to register, you can do so on our website—quadcity. church/marriages. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and we are so glad you are here. In today's episode, we dive deep into Josh's message on weeding and watering. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will help make this conversation more sense to you. If you would like to learn more about anything happening around the church, our app is the best place to see it. You can sign up for all our events there and see our service times. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Just a tree needs to be watered and pruned and fertilized, even the best of marriages need to be regularly maintained.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason Josh and I sit down and discuss Sunday's message. We chat about how we are called to be evenly yoked in our marriage and how, before we even say our vows, we must start working on ourselves to bear good fruit. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, then I would encourage you to stop here and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. We hope you join us this Sunday and enjoy this conversation.
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The secret to cultivating a thriving marriage is that you must start long before the marriage ceremony.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. In today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's message. We also discuss what's to come with the next series and other events that will come alongside this next series. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, we encourage you to stop here and listen, as it will. Help this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we adore you enjoy this conversation.
The rich young ruler and Zacchaeus had something in common: they both wanted salvation. One got to hear "salvation has come to you today" and the other heard "it's so hard for a rich person to get into heaven." Why did they hear such contrasting responses from Jesus?
Well hey and welcome to.the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I discuss last Sunday's message. We talk more about what the end of Luke 12 says and ask how we change our hearts when it comes to money. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop. Here, listen to that as it will help. This conversation makes more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
In Luke chapter 12, Jesus gives us a stark warning about building bigger barns. Where are you storing your treasure?
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here. Well, in today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and dive deeper into Jason's message. We answer a few questions and discuss how we see this opening up the door for us to reach those in PV who haven't heard the gospel. If you haven't heard this last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Jesus continues to make the connection between our money and our hearts with this parable in Luke chapter 16 verses 1 to 15. The shrewd manager leverages the resources he has available to him to invest into his future home, and is commended by his master. What can the church learn from this? How can we leverage our resources to invest in eternal dwellings?
Well hey, welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast here at QuadCity. I'm Josh, I'm the host for today's episode.
Myself, Jason, and a new guest to our podcast, Brad Greene who is new to our staff will be joining us as we talk about week one of our new series we just kicked off this past Sunday, "Transformed."
"Transformed" is all about the heart and Jesus' teaching around generosity and our heart. And it ties in with this journey that we've been on as a church through Excel. So we are at the midpoint of our journey and as Jason mentioned as he kicked off the sermon, last year was focused on what God wants to do through us, but this series for these four weeks are all looking in at what God wants to do IN us. How God wants to transform us, which all of us would say we want if we are disciples of Jesus, that we want to be better.
So as always if you haven't yet listened to the sermon this week, listen to that because it will help make sense and give more context around this conversation.
We are grateful each week that you all listen in and join with us, so here's this week's episode.
Jesus, in his sermon on the mount, makes it very clear that we will store up treasure somewhere. The act of storing treasure isn’t condemned, but we should pay close attention to the location in which the treasure is stored. Jesus makes a concise statement of “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” So the question is, as Christians, where are we storing up our treasure? On earth? or in Heaven? It’s gotta be one or the other.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. We sit down and go over last sundays message and dive in deeper in what the text tells us. We also Take some time to sit down and answer some of your questions. If you haven't listened to last sundays message then pause here and take a listen to that as it will help this conversation make more sense. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
In a world where sex outside of marriage was expected for all men, the early Christian ethic of sex only between a husband and a wife was counter-cultural. The early disciples also saw sexuality as an equal gift and responsibility to both husbands and wives. The needs of women were never taken into consideration like this before. Early disciples saw sex, not just as a physical activity, but a spiritual one as well.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here.
In today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk more about how we serve the lowly. We also answer questions that you have submitted.
If you haven't heard this past Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to it, as it will help make this conversation more sense to you.
I hope you enjoy this conversation.
Everyone is willing to do for those who can do for them. But what set Christians apart from the very beginning, was their care for those who could not care for themselves. Building on the foundation laid in the Old Testament, the early Christians took seriously the call to take care of the poor and the marginalized and alien in their midst. And we are called to do the same.
Well hey, welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better Podcast here at QuadCity Christian Church.
I'm Josh, I'm the host for this episode. And today's episode Ken and Jason will be joining in and we will be discussing the topic of abortion.
So we've been in a series here as a church looking at the things that made the first Christians, the first followers of Jesus distinct. And one of the distinctives is that they were fiercely pro life.
And so, as always, if you haven't heard Sunday's Message we think you should do so, it will help bring a lot of clarity to answer the questions you have and make sense of the questions we ask moving forward.
Just a heads up, this is a longer episode, because this is a conversation with a lot of nuance to it, and so we just ask that you hang in there with us and hopefully find some good pieces for you to have conversations with your neighbors and friends.
And lastly, if you or someone you know has gone through with an abortion and made that choice, and the emotions or the pain are just as real as the day they made that decision, we here as a staff want to come alongside and help pastor and shepherd. You can email any of us here on staff, or you can call and speak directly to us at our church, all of our contact info is at Quadcity.Church
You do not have to go through this alone.
So without further ado, here's today's podcast.
In a world where children were literally thrown out with the trash and left to die or to be picked up and sold to slave traders or sex traffickers, it was the early Christians who would take in those kids to raise them as their own. Knowing that all humans were made in God's image meant that all life was worth saving.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here.
On today's episode, Jason Josh and I sit down and discuss last Sunday's message. We answer a few questions and dive into what made the church so different and how we are called to do the same.
If you haven't heard Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to stop here, go back to one episode, and give it a listen. It will help make this conversation more meaningful to you.
Well, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this conversation.
Slave and master, rich and poor, Jew and Gentile, and men and women, were all invited to be a part of the kingdom of God. The multi-racial, multi-ethnic, and economic diversity in the church was unmatched in its day. Everyone was welcome. Since all people are made in the image of God, all people are invited to be a part of the body of Christ.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this weeks episode Jason, Ken, and Nate sit down and talk through Joshes Message on Forgiveness. We dive in a little deeper on what that looks like for us as followers of Jesus.
We hope you enjoy this conversation.
As Christians, we often read and hear that we should forgive one another, but is there a limit to the amount of forgiveness that we should give? At what point is it okay to stop forgiving someone? The answer to these questions is a matter of life and death.
This week, we sit Down with Josh and Corey and dive into the Burdens that Corey Covered last Sunday. If you haven't listened to Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to go back and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation more sense to you. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Today Pastor Corey Huard takes us through the biblical command to share one another's burdens. There are types of burdens we can help share with others such as emotional burdens, financial burdens, and grief and mourning.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Nate, and I am so glad that you are here. On this week's episode, Joe, Brett, and I sit down and talk about last Sunday's message. We introduce both Brett and Joe on the Show, and then we dive into the message. If you missed this last Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and go back to one episode, as it will help you follow this conversation. We hope you enjoy this episode.
This year for Variety Pack we are teaching through the famous "One Another" commands of the New Testament. Joe Zizz takes us through a conversation on the importance of using our words to encourage others while we still can.
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Welcome to the Become Better podcast. I am your host, Nate, and I am so glad you are here.
On today’s episode, Josh, Tim, and I sit down, and we dive in on Admonishing each other and breaking down Tim's message even more. We also Chat about how we are called to do it and talk a little more about the steps Tim gave us in his message.
If you haven’t heard this Sunday's message, I want to encourage you to pause here and listen to it, as it will help make this conversation more meaningful.
We hope that you enjoy this episode.
This year for Variety Pack, we are teaching through the famous "One Another" commands of the New Testament. Tim Duensing takes us through what it looks like to biblically admonish one another and how to receive admonishment well if we are confronted by other believers to turn from our sin.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am your Host, Nate, and we are so glad you are here. On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss Job 42 more. We talk more about how the story ends for Job and how God gave him double everything he lost. We also took some time to answer the questions that were submitted. Thank you for following along for this series, and we hope that you enjoyed it as much as we did.
We hope you will join us this summer for our Variety Pack series.
If you missed last Sunday's message, we ask that you pause and go back one episode and listen to it right here on this channel. It will help this conversation make more sense to you.
Well, we hope you enjoy this episode.
There was an end to Job's suffering. And the scripture says he was more blessed in the latter part of his life than before. Does that mean we, too, will experience greater earthly blessings after our suffering? No. But for those who remain faithful to Jesus, we are promised that our suffering will end one day. And we, too, will be richly blessed beyond measure. What Job got in this life…we are promised to get in the next. So don’t quit!
Many people will say, “I can’t wait to ask God why he ____________.” There is an expectation that God owes them an explanation. Job gets the opportunity so many people dream off…and it doesn’t go like he envisioned. When confronted about Job's suffering…God offers no explanation except: I am God.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. We are so excited that you are here. Jason, Josh, and Brendan dive deeper into Job 32-37 and discuss more about Elihu. If you haven't listened to last Sunday's message, then pause here and play that so you have more context for this discussion. We hope you enjoy this episode.
A few weeks ago we learned what not to say from Job's three friends. Today a new voice jumps in, a young man named Elihu. He offers a different perspective of what to say to a person who has suffered greatly. Sometimes, in addition to encouragement and lament, there are hard things that need to be said in love and truth.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. We are so excited that you are here. On today's show, we will answer your questions about the last two sermons. We hope that you enjoy this episode.
If you haven't yet listened to the last two sermons, we encourage you to listen to them as they will help make this conversation more sense.
The only thing worse than bad things happening to good people is when good things happen to bad people. Does it ever feel like the wicked are never punished? Like everything works out in their favor? Job made the same observation. Does that mean it’s better to be bad?
There was no episode this week. We are sorry that we didn't have time to record an episode. We will record two episodes next week to ensure we take the time to answer all of your questions. We hope you can make sometime next week to listen to both episodes. See you next week.
As Job continues to sit in his suffering, he understands one thing for sure: God is all powerful. There is no doubt in Job's mind that God is above him and can do anything he pleases and no one can stop him. However, there is one issue that Job seems to struggle with: Is God good? Does He care for the people He created? Does He listen to their cries? Is He willing to respond to their hurts? The answer to that for Job seems to be "no." At the end of this chapter, Job seems to think the solution would be a mediator in between him and God...
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On today's episode Jason, Josh and Brendan sit down and they how can we determine if we are hearing from God or a different type of spirit. They also talk about how to deal with the answer no when we are praying in the mist of suffering. They also look at the example of Jesus and Paul, who were told no in seasons of suffering.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
What do you say when someone is hurting? If Job's friends teach us anything, they teach us what not to say. In this text we find the beginning of some age old cliches that we need to stop saying to people who are hurting.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad that you are here. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sat down, and we learned how to understand the emotion behind the texts we are reading and teaching. We talk about why context matters so much. And how it is that we respond to deep pain and suffering. As always, if you ever have any questions or comments from Sunday's message, we encourage you to join us at QuadCity.church/podcast, where you can submit your questions to be answered right here on this show. Those questions help us guide a fruitful and productive conversation around Sunday's message, so it is so helpful when you do send them in. We hope you enjoy this episode.
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Prolonged suffering is often devastating to our spiritual and emotional health. After weeks of suffering, Job questions why he was even born. What do we do when the pain of our suffering seems to outlast the perseverance of our faith?
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This week, Jason, Ken, and Brendan sit down and discuss the misunderstanding of Jobs's Wife in her suffering. They discuss how to submit to God's sovereignty amid our suffering and move from a place of resentment of God in pain and trial to a position of gratitude. We hope that you enjoy this conversation.
Just when it seemed like Job had passed the test of his suffering, it was taken to a new level. His suffering went beyond the external circumstances of his wealth and family to the personal suffering in his own body. While those around him encouraged him to walk away from his faith, Job had a different perspective that is a helpful reminder for all of us when suffering comes our way.
Well, Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and we are so glad that you are here.
On today’s episode Jason josh and I sit down and we talk about the book of Job and some of the things that we couldn’t get into this last Sunday. We also take some time to answer some of the questions that you submitted, and I wanted to take the time to thank everyone who engages with this. And I want to encourage everyone as we go through this to submit any questions you may have.
If you missed last Sunday's message, I want you to stop here and listen to it or watch it on our YouTube or website.
We hope you enjoy this episode
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Throughout the story of Job, we are given access not only to what is going on in the earthly realm, we are also given behind the scenes access to what is going on in the heavenly realms regarding Job’s suffering. In this first chapter we see Job endure some of the greatest of all suffering and respond to it in the most unexpected way...
One of the things that we often do whenever reading an account of the events in scripture is to imagine ourselves in the story. Looking for someone in the text that represents us, we can find someone that we can see ourselves in. However, if you are looking for yourself in the Easter story, you don’t have to look any further than Barabbas.
Well, Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad that you are here. As some of you guys have noticed, this week's episode is coming to you a few days late. The reason for that is that on Monday morning, Jason, Josh, and I sat down and recorded the podcast. We spent about an hour and twenty minutes doing so and had a great conversation to realize at the very end that the file on which we recorded all of the audio was corrupted. So it sounded really, really bad. So we wanted to make sure that we circled back today and rerecorded this conversation because we had a lot of great questions that we wanted to make sure that we answered. So we apologize for the delay. We hope that you enjoy this episode.
All of us wonder at times if our prayers do any good. James is convinced that the heart of God can be moved by the prayers of faithful people. Sick people can actually be made well, sinners can be forgiven, and prayer with confession can result in healing. The same God who answered Elijah’s prayer is eager to answer ours.
Well, hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Nate, and I will be your host. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and talk a little bit about our spring break trips. And we dive into this past sermon and chat about suffering and how we shouldn’t go through it alone. We also take some time to pray over the church as a whole. If you haven’t listened to Sunday's message, then I want to encourage you to stop here and listen to that as it will help make this conversation make more sense. I also want to take some time today and personally invite you to join us for easter. We have eight service times that we would love for you to join us in. We have five in Prescott on Saturday. Those are 3:00 pm and 4:30 pm, and then three on Sunday 8,9:30, and 11 am. We also have three at our Prescott Valley campus, one on Saturday at 4:30. And two on Sunday at 9:30 and 11. We also have a Good Friday service at our Prescott Valley Campus. If you want to join us, please register online, as spots are limited.
Life is hard, especially if you are trying to live for Jesus. Paul made it clear to the people he pastored, “We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God.” James calls us to be patient, because the coming of the Lord is near. However, it's not just about being patient, it's about perseverance, because there is no salvation without perseverance.
Well, hey, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better Podcast. I'm your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad that you are here. Well, on today's episode, Jason Josh and I sit down, and we discuss saving money, how to know when your savings account becomes a hoarding account, and the hope that we have living a generous life. We hope that you enjoy this episode today.
James has some very severe words of warning for wealthy people (like us). He is especially harsh with those who have wealth they have hoarded. The questions for us are: How do you know you have enough? When does wise saving become excessive? What should we do to make sure the warnings of James don’t come to pass for us?
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this weeks episode Jason, Josh and Corey sit down and they talk about James 4:13-17. they talk about whether you want to know about the day you will die, and they also talk through the verse of our life being a misty and what is the good that God is calling us to do.
If you missed last Sundays message then we encourage you to stop here and listen back to it as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
On your tombstone there is a birth date and a death date and the rest of your life is a dash in-between. James teaches us that dash goes fast…our life is but a midst. Our time here is short. Which means we don’t have time to waste. Which is why wasting any opportunity to do good is a sin. We are presuming on God to assume we will have another chance to do the good tomorrow that we have the opportunity to do today.
As always, if you have not yet listened to last Sunday's message, we encourage you to stop here and go back and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. If you have any comments or questions for last Sundaysundays's message, we would love for you to submit them at quadcity.church/Podcast to be answered right here on the show.
We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Jesus made a promise to his friends that just as the world hated him, the world would hate them too. Yet, for many who claim Christ, they have instead chosen friendship with the world, without knowing that means enmity with God. There are two powers at work around us, the power of God and the power of the Devil. And inevitably we will submit to one, and resist the other.
Well Hey And welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better Podcast.I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad that you are here. Well, on today's episode, Josh and I sit down and discuss the weight of leadership, teaching the weight of the words that we say, and how to speak life rather than death to those around you.
As always, if you have not yet listened to last Sunday's message, we encourage you to stop here and go back and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. If you have any comments or questions for last Sundaysundays's message, we would love for you to submit them at quadcity.church/Podcast to be answered right here on the show.
We hope you enjoy this conversation.
We have all said things that we instantly regret. Things we wish we could unsay. Our words have deceived people, hurt people, insulted people, and angered people. While we often blame it on the tongue, the tongue only expresses what is in our heart. We have a heart problem, and while no man can tame the tongue, we worship a God who can transform our hearts.
Well, Hey, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad that you are here. Well, on today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and we discuss. Faith and deeds and how they aren’t a dichotomy. We also talk about how to take your first steps if you don’t yet see good works in your life as a result of your faith in Jesus. In this episode, we also discuss a little bit about the Quadcity app and how it is the primary driver of taking the next right step in your faith. Again, it's not the end all be all of your faith, but it is an intelligent app that helps you do the next right thing, and again, I think that is something that we can all use. So be sure that if you don’t yet have that app downloaded, go to your app store on your mobile device and type in Quadcity Christian church. And it will be really easy to find and get logged into there, if you have any questions please reach out to us via the website. And as always, if you have not yet listened to the message from this past Sunday, pause this episode now. Listen to that on this podcast channel and then continue with this podcast, as that message will help make this conversation more meaningful to you. Well, thanks again for joining us. We hope you enjoy this episode.
It doesn’t matter what you believe if that belief doesn’t impact what you do. Biblical faith is not simply attesting to a set of doctrinal truths, it is living your life in the light of the doctrinal truths. True faith is always displayed through actions. And if you have no actions, then your faith is as good as dead.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad you are here. Well, on today's episode, Ken, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss what it means to have a kingdom mindset rather than being polluted by the world. And why it is essential to have a diversity of thought and experience in the local church and how we see the fruit of that in our own lives.
As always, if you have not yet listened to last Sunday's message, we encourage you to stop here and go back and listen to that, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you. If you have any comments or questions for last Sundaysundays's message, we would love for you to submit them at quadcity.church/Podcast to be answered right here on the show.
We hope you enjoy this conversation.
We live in a world where prejudice is rampant. From the way one speaks, to the color of one's hair, the neighborhood they live in, the shape of one's body, and to the color of one's skin. However, it should not be that way among the people of God. We have been given a very specific command from God, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Your big neighbor, your black neighbor, your rich neighbor, your ugly neighbor, your Republican neighbor, your homeless neighbor, and even your pastor neighbor. In the end, we are not going to be judge, we are going to be judged. The way we judge now will impact how we are judged then.
Well, Welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. Where we go deeper into what we learned from last Sunday's message. Today on the show, Jason, Josh, and Ken sit down and talk about James chapter 1 versus 19-27. They answered a few questions that were submitted. And they finish off the podcast by talking about the call to action with foster care and adoption. If you are interested in fostering or adopting, we would love to invite you to a class that AZ 1.27 is doing at our Prescott campus. It's this Sunday from 1-5:30 you can register at https://quadcity.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/147968900
Most Christians thoroughly enjoy hearing good teaching. We are often wowed by truths that good teachers and preachers bring out of the text. The problem is, far too many of us don’t do anything with what we learn. In the words of James, we “deceive ourselves” by thinking that simply hearing the word does us any good. This week we are going to talk about actually doing what the Scriptures say.
Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. On this bonus episode, Josh and Ken sit down with Anthony and Stephanie Naimo. We are excited to share their story with you today. If you would like to check out their blog post you can visit at https://letnothingbewasted.com/
Well, hey, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad that you are here. Well, on today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss trials, temptation, and the power that we have over them in Christ Jesus. We also spent some time answering really great questions this week, so we are so grateful to all of you who sent those questions to us for this episode.
Before we get any deeper into this episode. I do want to share that we have a bonus episode this Thursday, so In just a few days, we will drop that here. It is a raw and honest conversation with some members here at Quadcity who have walked through trials of many kinds and are choosing obedience and perseverance in the midst of it. Like I said, it was a raw and honest conversation that many of you will benefit a lot from, so be sure to look for that episode this Thursday.
And if you are tuning in with us today and haven’t heard the message from Sunday, we encourage you to pause right here and go back and listen to that message, as it will help make this conversation make more sense to you.
Last but not least, if you do have any questions from last week's message, we encourage you to submit those questions to us so we can answer them on the show. Quadcity.church/podcast
We hope you enjoy this episode.
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There are three forces that lead us into temptation: The Devil, the world, and our flesh. James clarifies that God cannot and will not tempt us, our temptations come when we "are dragged away by [our] own evil desire and enticed."
Well, hey, and welcome back for another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I'm your host, Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad you are here. Well, on today's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss all that we know about James, the brother of Jesus and the writer of the book that we will go through over the next 11 weeks. We also talk about how important it is to persevere in our faith and how we have an internal perspective on our suffering. As always, if you have questions or comments from Sunday's message, join us at Quadcity.church/podcast. You can submit your questions to be answered right here on the show. And hey, if you are new to the Becoming Better podcast, welcome. We are so glad that you are here. A little bit about the show, this podcast: these episodes are intended to dig a little deeper into the context and anything that we couldn’t get to from our Sunday's message, as well as answer any questions again. You can submit those at QuadCity.church/podcast but because this podcast is all about Sunday's message if you have not yet listened to the message from this past week go ahead and pause this episode now go back and listen to it, which it can be found on this same quad city podcast feed and then you can continue as it will help this conversation make much more sense to you. Well, again, thanks for joining us today. We hope you enjoy this wide-ranging conversation as we kick off Beyond Belief: The Study through James.
How can we consider it "pure joy" when we face trials? It's not that the trials are joyful, but rather it's what the trials produce that we should take joy in. Trials test our faith and produce perseverance. Therefore we should be joyful in the perseverance that is produced through trials, which strengthens our faith.
Happy New Year, and welcome back to the Becoming Better Podcast. This show is where we break down more of what we covered last Sunday and dig deeper into how we should apply what we learn to our daily walk.
On this episode, Jason, Brendan, and Josh sit down, and they discuss what they enjoyed from last Sunday's message. They also talk more about what you can expect this coming year. If you have any questions from Sunday's message, you can submit them to Quadcity.church/podcast, and we will answer them right here on the show. We are excited about what this year offers, and we hope you join us.
For our annual Family Meeting, we review all that happened at QuadCity during 2023 and discuss upcoming things to look forward to in 2024.
We've all heard of the "New Year New Me" mentality when it comes to New Year's resolutions. This year, instead of starting a diet or workout routine, becoming more productive, or other self focused improvements, maybe we should shift our focus to God and becoming more like Him. If you've already dedicated your life to the Lord, this year could be "New Year, New EVERYONE ELSE" as you focus on sharing the gospel and making more and better disciples of Jesus. Everywhere. Always.
Over the last few weeks as a church, we have been focusing on some parts of the Christmas story that often get skipped, namely the four songs recorded for us in the Christmas story in Luke chapters 1 and 2. Today we will look at a few thoughts about the least known song from the first Christmas, the song of Simeon, a guy who knows what it means to wait.
Join us Saturday 3:30 and 4:30 and Sunday at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 for our Christmas services. You can find more info at https://quadcity.church/Christmas. We will also not be recording any other episodes until January 7th so come back then and hear what the guys have to say about the next year. We hope that you have a great Christmas and hope to see you at one of our services.
Luke 2:14…14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
This is one of the most famous lines connected to the Christmas story…Peace on earth. You will see this phrase written in lights…crocheted on pillows…painted on coffee cups…we love to talk about peace this time of year. Peace on earth is a message that everyone can get behind. But don’t miss this…the peace that Jesus came to give…isn’t for everyone.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am Brendan Krismer, your host, and we are so glad you are here. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss. In the song of Zechariah in Luke chapter 1, we talk a lot about his son, John the Baptist, and his ministry's role through the life of Jesus. But before you continue in this episode. If you have not yet listened to this past Sunday's message, then go ahead and pause now and go listen to that first as that will give you context to this podcast for you. That message can be found wherever you are listening to this podcast and can also be found on our website at Quadcity.church and on our YouTube channel. As always, if you have any comments or questions from last Sunday's message, then you can submit them at Quadcity.church/podcast, as we would love to answer those questions right here on the show. Thank you so much for joining us. We hope you enjoy this show.
Zechariah was a priest, and the father of John the Baptist. He and his wife were very old and unable to have children. Then one day the angel Gabriel visits Zechariah to tell him that God has chosen his family to fulfill the final promise of the Old testament, that they would give birth the the "prophet of the power of Elijah" who would declare and pave the way for the Messiah. Because of his doubts, Zechariah was made mute (and possibly deaf as well) until the birth of his son. When Zechariah names him John, his tongue is released, and the response is praise and thanksgiving in the form of Zechariah's Song.
Hello and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Brendan Krismer and I am so glad that you are here. Well on today's episode Jason, Josh and I sit down and talk through how mary was blessed and who Jesus was more blessed in Luke chapter 11. We unpack Luke 1 26-30. Then we discuss the 400 years of silence before the coming of Jesus. As always if you haven't heard the message from Sunday we will encourage you to do so as it will help make this conversation make more sense. Also want to invite you to our Christmas services this year. We will have 8 services across both of our campuses and would love to see you at one of those.
We don't know a lot about Mary, but we do know from the book of Luke that she was highly favored by God. But why was she so "highly favored?" Why did God choose her as the one to birth and raise the Messiah? What made Mary so special? The answers are found in "The Magnificat" also known as "Mary's Song of Praise" in Luke 1:46-55.
Thanks for joining us on the Becoming Better Podcast. This week, Jason, Josh, and Brendan sit down and wrap up the sermon series that we were in Someone Is Missing. If you have questions that you would love to have answered on the show you can submit them at Quadcity.church/Podcast . We hope that you join us next Sunday as we dive into a new series called "Songs of Christmas".
God once resided with His people in the sinless garden, and later in the Holy of Holies. But today, when the Holy Spirit dwells in us, our bodies become the Holy of Holies. We are the Temple of the Holy Spirit. How should that affect the way we live our lives?
Well, hey, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we are so glad you are here. Well, on this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and talk a ton about how to know what gifts of the spirit you have been given and how and when they should be used in the local church expression. The purpose and place of the gift of speaking in tongues. Paul has a lot to say about that one, so we want to make sure we are as clear as possible from the text. As always, if you have any questions or comments on Sunday, message that you would like to be answered here on the Podcast. Then, you can head to Quadcity.church/podcast and submit your questions there. Well, we hope that you enjoy this podcast.
People get fixated on the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some say those supernatural gifts don’t apply to us today, while others say that spiritual gifts like healing, prophecy, speaking in tongues, etc, are the only way to know that the Holy Spirit truly dwells in us. Which is correct? What does the Bible say about it?
Well, Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. My name is Brendan Krismer, and I am so excited you are here. On this week's episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we go over practically how to be read by the spirit and dig real deep into the spiritual discipline has role in us doing just that. We talk about what it looks like to read your bible consistently, practice silence and solitude, and get away so that you can intentionally listen to the lord. If you haven't listened to this last Sunday's message, then we encourage you to do so, as it will help to make this conversation make more sense to you. If you have any questions you would love to be answered on the podcast, we invite you to submit them at Quadcity.church/podcast to be answered right here on the show.
Most people who believe in God expect to be led by the Spirit. The issue isn’t that we don’t want to be led by the Spirit, the issue is that we don’t know how to be led by the Spirit.
Well Hey, and welcome to the Becoming Better podcast. My name is Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad that you are here. Well, on this week's podcast, we take the Show on the road. Jason Josh and I and the rest of the team at Quadcity are heading out to our annual staff retreat.
just a warning that the audio may get a little wonky since we are recording this on the road but we do hope you enjoy the episode.
Well, Hey, and Welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am your host Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad you are here. Well, on this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss our call to do more than just pray for our friends and family. We also discuss some of the differences between the spirit's actions in the old vs the new covenant. Lastly, at the very end of the episode, we end with a super fun 90s throwback that you will not want to miss. As always, if you have any questions or comments that you would like to be answered on the show. You can submit them at quadcity.church/podcast.
What won’t the Holy Spirit do for you? You can rest assure that the Holy Spirit will never: Speak for you, control you, overpower you, replace your need for scripture, or contradict God’s word.
Well, Hey friends, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host Brendan Krismer, and we’re so glad you’re here. We hope this finds you well wherever and whenever you listen to it. On it Jason, Josh, and I sit down and we discuss how the spirit shows up in our lives, a proper theology of worship involving the spirit at the end of this episode we take a little bit of a turn and discuss revelation chapter seven. if you weren’t able to make it on Sunday or gone back and listen to the message, than I encourage you to go on to help this conversation make much more sense. Additionally, if you weren’t here on Sunday, you wanna go back and watch the full service on our YouTube channel. We were able to share some exciting news in regards to Excel initiative, not only were we able to share how many commitments came in and some exciting stats around those commitments. But we also were able to share the total amounts committed and expected gifts in the Excel initiative over the next two years. As a reminder, These funds are not only gonna help us with our dedication to Jesus and show our willingness and eagerness to grow in the grace of giving but they’re also the same funds going towards our Prescott Valley location, permanent location in Preskett Valley to building balcony in Preskett giving $1 million away to our local global missions partners if you want to hear that part of the message and Jason share that exciting news then go ahead and go to excel.quadcity.church right there is a landing page where the clip from the sermon on Sunday will be posted, last but not least if you have any questions or comments from last Sundays message we do encourage you to join us at QuadCity.church/podcast where you can submit your questions to be answered right here on the show.
So what does the Holy Spirit actually do? In a quick summary, He comforts, advocates, intercedes, convicts, guides, teaches, seals our adoption, gives us words to speak, empowers us, helps us, and sanctifies us (just to name a few).
Well, welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I’m your host, Brendan Krismer. And we are so glad you’re here. Thanks for joining us again. As we are in week three of the series, we are taking a deep dive into the role and Personhood of the holy spirit in the life of a believer. This week's message spurred a ton of questions, and so did Jason. Josh and I sat down. We discussed primarily the role of baptism in our indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and because of how many questions we had on this specific topic, a couple of other topics were revolving around this one. This is a longer episode, about 90 minutes in total, but I do hope that you stay all the way through to the end, even if you have to do it in a couple of sittings, because the last question is a really, really fun one so I do hope that you stick around for that at the very end of this conversation, and as I hope you do see in this conversation your questions really do make these conversations so much more productive for us. So we are grateful if you’ve ever sent any questions, but if not, and you do have any questions, I hope you join us at quadcity.church/podcast where you can submit your question to be answered right here on the Show. as I said, I hope you buckle up for a longer episode of the Becoming Better podcast. Let’s go ahead and jump in now.
The Holy Spirit can’t be purchased, so how do I receive Him? Is it when I believe? When I am baptized? Does someone need to lay hands on me? Can the Spirit be taken away?
Well, welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast (Week 2). Talking about Someone is Missing, deep dive into the Holy Spirit, and on today’s episode, Cory, Jason, and myself, Josh. We discussed Cory and his role with us, specifically at the Prescott Valley campus. Jason shares a little bit about his weekend and his hunting story, which they’re always fantastic, and then we spend just a couple of minutes talking about Israel and Palestine and just stuff that’s happening on that side of the world and have a moment of opportunity to pray. Our intro may be a little longer this week. It’s about 20 minutes, so if you are looking to fast-forward into the conversation about this week's sermon. You can jump over to the 20-minute mark to do that, but we’ll talk about some of the roles of the Holy Spirit, ask why the Holy Spirit isn’t talked about as much, and then we’ll finish off talking about the gender of a God and the gender of the Holy Spirit, and it’s a fantastic conversation as always.
Jesus promised that He wouldn’t leave us as orphans, but rather He would send an Advocate to help us. The Holy Spirit comes as a great promise of the New Covenant. He is the great gift that the Father and Son want to give us.
Well, hey, friends, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I’m your host, Brendan Krismer. We’re so glad you’re here. Well, on today's episode, Jason Josh and I sat down and discussed the launch of a brand new series called "Someone is Missing | A Study on the Holy Spirit," and we talked a lot about why the Trinity has this doctrine of a trying God can be so difficult to understand. As always, if you have any questions from Sunday’s message, please join us at QuadCity.church/podcast, where you can submit your questions to be answered right here on the show. This week, we’ve got four great questions that we get to answer, and it just always gives us such a fruitful conversation when we can directly answer some questions you ask. Last but not least, if you were with us on Sunday, you heard us talk about Candy Crawl. Our Halloween event is approaching, and we need your help. We had a pretty good response of people raising their hands and saying they want to serve candy, but just a reminder, this is the largest outreach event that we do as a church every single year. The point of Candy Crawl is to open up our campus to everyone who trick-or-treats just right down Mount Vernon St. from us people who may or may not have a church background because what we know is we want to give opportunities for people to walk through the doors of the church who may not be comfortable doing so on a Sunday morning and I have a great experience to feel welcomed to allow their kids to have a fun festive Halloween evening and we need your help to do just that to learn more about candy crawler to sign up to serve as part of that event go to QuadCity.church and then look for the event tab we would love to have you serve alongside our team on Halloween all right I hope you enjoy the episode.
Understanding the person of the Holy Spirit. Talk about the Trinity. Who is he? Who not what? Paraclete. He can be grieved, lied to, pleased, quenched, resisted.
Well, hey, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad you are here. On this episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down and wrap up our series in Excel. It’s been an exciting season for our church. We discuss some things that we’re looking forward to over the next couple of years as we see it to Fruition, and we talk about the future we talk about the next series; as always, we would love for you to engage by asking questions or sharing some comments from Sunday’s message you can do so, by joining us at QuadCity.Church/podcast where you can submit your questions to be answered on the show. And just as a reminder, even though the Excel series is done, this podcast is Becoming Better. Episodes will continue to drop every single week of all series that we do from here on out right here on this channel, so be sure to join us next week as we jump into our new series on the Holy Spirit called "Someone is Missing" all right without further ado. We hope you enjoy this episode.
It doesn’t matter what you are committing too, it is tempting to walk away. We often make a commitment with excitement and joy, but over time that excitement wanes and only the commitment remains. For the people in Corinth, they were once excited about joining in the generosity initiative that Paul was inviting them into. But it seems as if that excitement waned and they needed a little prodding.
Today is the day we make a commitment. The question is what do we need to do to keep it?
Hey friends, and welcome to another episode of the Becoming Better podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and we’re so glad you’re here. In today’s episode Josh Ken and I sit down and discuss the financial hoarding warnings in the New Testament and how to know if we have saved too much some practical of how we will track our excel goals and how to stay on mission as a growing church. As always, if you have any questions or comments from Sunday’s message, be sure to join us at QuadCity.church/podcast, where you can submit your questions to be answered right here on the show. We hope you enjoy this episode.
When we invest in the kingdom of God, it has eternal ramifications. We are thankful for those who invested before us, and others will be thankful for our generosity. And we give to God because he first gave to us…and overflow in thanksgiving!
Well hey, and, welcome to another episode of Becoming Better podcast. I am your host Brendan Krismer. I’m so glad you’re here. On today’s episode Jason, Josh, and I sit down and discuss other scriptures that talk about generosity and where the idea of a tith comes from, and we take a deep dive into our own financial accountability process here at QuadCity. As always, if you do have any questions or comments from Sunday’s message, I do hope that you join us at
QuadCity.Church/podcast where you can submit your questions to be talked about right here on the show. Last but not least if you are not yet registered for advanced commitment, which happens this Thursday, September 14, at 6 o’clock at the Findlay Toyota Center. Please go ahead and register right now again, we talk a little bit in this episode about the purpose of the event and who should be there as spoilers; you should be there. I genuinely believe this is gonna be a really incredible, memorable, and encouraging night for all those who call QuadCity to be there, Church and would hate for you to miss out so I hope to see you there for more details or to register just go to QuadCity.Church/advance and click on advance commit night September 14, doors open at 5:45. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Like a tip that is mandatory, or a tax that is required, or a gift that is obligatory, compelled giving doesn’t honor the recipient, which is why God loves a cheerful giver. Cheerful giving moves God to act. He promises that he will supply and increase our righteousness. He will enrich us, not so that we will have more…but so that we can be even more generous!
Well, hey, and welcome to another episode of Becoming Better. I’m your host, Brendan Krismer, and we’re so glad you’re here on this episode. Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss the common misconception that the people that have the most are the most generous what it means to Chase after the goal of sacrificial giving, and how debt plays into your ability to get there.
as always, if you ever have any questions or comments from Sunday’s message, do me a favor and join us at QuadCity.church/podcast, where you can submit your question to be answered right here on the show or without further ado. I hope you enjoy this episode
Generosity in the church is a shared sacrifice. While not all people can or should give the same amount, we should all give with the same sacrifice. We are called to give according to our means. And our giving will be accepted, according to what we have…in other words…God doesn’t just look at what is given he also looks at what is left. Question: Has your giving grown with your means?
Well, Hey friend, welcome to the Becoming Better Podcast. I am your host, Brendan Krismer, and I am so glad you are here. On today’s episode, Jason, Josh, and I sit down, and we discuss optimism versus pessimism, the idolatry of money, and how to move from obligatory giving to eager generosity.
As always, if you have any questions from Sunday’s message, we encourage you to join us at QuadCity.Church/podcast where you could submit your questions to be answered right here on the show. If you have a question, be sure to submit it either Sunday evening or first thing Monday morning before about 9 AM so we can get to it before we start recording. The last thing before we dive into today’s episode. Be sure on Friday to scan the QR code in your Excel booklet or just go to the resource page on the Excel website Excel.QuadCity.Church to see our Friday Devo will be dropping every week of this series. This week Josh will be sharing about a five or six-minute Devo about this week's study, and you’re not going to want to miss it. Thanks again for joining us today. Without further we hope you enjoy this episode
Generosity isn’t something we have to do; it is something we get to do. Our generosity is an outward reflection of our devotion to God. It reveals the sincerity of our love for God and others. And our sacrificial giving is a reflection of the sacrificial love of Jesus, who went from rich to poor for us!
Well, friends Brendan here, and welcome to the first episode of becoming better. Becoming Better is a weekly podcast that takes the message from Sunday and digs deeper in an effort to help each of us become better disciples of Jesus. This is an avenue for further dialog contexts and even a place for your specific questions to be answered from Sunday's message. The reality is that we all want to become better followers of Jesus, and this podcast exists to help us do just that.
On today's episode, Jason, Josh, and Brendan sit down and discuss this new season that QuadCity Christian Church is entering. We discuss the new Excel initiative and why we are so excited about what God has in store for us. And we answered many frequently asked questions from our vision night and Excel series. As always, if you have a question from Sunday's message of your own, we hope that you join us at https://quadcity.church/podcast. We hope you enjoy this episode.
When it comes to surrendering ourselves to Jesus…often the last part of our lives that we surrender is our money. Jesus expects that as Lord of our lives, he is Lord of all. Yet, for many, we live as practical atheists. Where we say we believe in a Gracious God who will supply all our needs, but we live as if God doesn’t exist. As if the only way to have all our needs met is to disobey what the God we believe in commands us to do.
And for those who have grown in their discipleship and do give…they believe that giving at all is giving enough. Whether it is an amount or a percentage, there is a line to reach, and once it is crossed…we can check the box forever.
But Paul has to teach us that just as we are called to grow in our faith, and grow in our speech and grow in our knowledge, and grow in our earnestness, and grow in our love…we are to keep growing in our generosity.
“Gave themselves first to God then by the will of God to us.”
Even after Jesus had a full day of ministry, the first thing he would do is retreat to a place by himself to commune with the Father. Why did He do this? What benefit would it be for us to do the same? Silence, solitude, praying, and listening to God were intensional essential times for Jesus and His ministry. Therefore we should consider what that should look like for us in our modern time where constant noise competes for our attention.
Special guest Jay Greer from Mustard Seed Network (a church planting ministry in Japan) brings us a message about the importance of spending intentional time praying in humble reverence to our Creator. It's a spiritual discipline that we often feel we are great at, but when we take a closer look at what the Bible says about prayer in our lives, it might be a blind spot we neglect.
We live in a culture that values productivity, so many of us are constantly on the move. From our 9-5 to our side hustle, sports tournaments, and hobbies, we have become accustomed to this relentless pursuit of "Busy." But what if there was a practice from the Way of Jesus that directly contradicted the anxious and marginless lives most of us live? As we dive into the spiritual practice of the Sabbath, we see that scripture teaches us that Sabbath is more than just a day off... It is the biblical rhythm that God wrote into the DNA of humanity from the very beginning of time.
Being fully transparent with people is one of the hardest things to do. However, we see in James chapter 5 the importance of being a part of a community that has confession. When we live out this spiritual discipline of community with confession we find healing and freedom. Community with confession can produce change and help us become better disciples of Jesus.
Memorizing scripture is not only biblical; it's awesome, and everyone should do (it including you). Be more awesome.
If you’ve been around church for much time at all, you probably recognize that as Christians, we should be reading our Bibles. But the unfortunate truth is that most Christians aren’t spending time in the Word of God nearly as much as they should be, which may be caused by not understanding how valuable scripture truly is. When we are healthy in our spiritual discipline of Bible intake, we will better know our Lord and become better disciples of Jesus.
Have you ever connected eternal life with service to others? Jesus does. Jesus' words define what love is...His actions demonstrate what love is: Service to others is how we express our love for God. Please join us as we learn to carry out the answer to the question, "Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?"
This year during our variety pack, we have some of our pastors sitting down and reviewing some of the Spiritual habits we need to work on as Christians. We are excited for the next seven weeks as we uncover this with you all. I hope you join us this summer in what we call Variety Pack.
Paul ends the book of Romans with a few parting instructions. He speaks of unity among the believers, being steadfast in obedience and he sends along a few words of greetings from those who are with him. And he ends his letter where he begins, restating his goal: that all gentiles might come to the obedience that comes from faith.
No one does ministry alone. In every successful ministry endeavor there are always people behind the scenes that make sure the mission is accomplished. It was true for Paul and it is true for us. In this section of the letter, Paul sends greetings to some of the most important men and women who have played a pivotal part in his ministry.
As we near the end of this letter. Paul shares with the church his future travel plans. Through this text we get a reminder that these are real people who lived in a real place in real time. We begin to see how this letter fits inside the timeline and life of Pauls other ministries and letters. We also get a picture of what role the local church plays in the advancement of the Gospel.
How do we respond to those who are spiritually less mature than we are? Just like Jesus did for us. We bear with their failings as Christ does with ours. We endeavor to build them up, as Christ does us. We accept them just as Christ accepted us.
"It is for freedom that Christ sets you free” Gal. 5:1. We are no longer bound to the law. Does that mean we can do anything we want…short of sin? Not exactly. Being a part of the family of God, being a part of the body of Christ, means that we don't have the freedom to do things that hurt other people's faith, even if we are free in Christ to do it. Part of dying to ourselves…and putting others first…is giving up our rights for the sake of others and putting their needs first.
Not everything is black and white when it comes to living out our faith. Paul makes it clear there are disputable matters. So how do you know what you can do and can’t? What should you do and shouldn’t? The answer is you do what honors your master. And what honors the master for one servant may not honor the master for another.
We have never been closer to the coming of Jesus than we are right now. How would you live if you knew he was coming soon? How would you treat people? How important would obeying Jesus be? Is there anything you are doing that you would stop? Anything you aren’t doing that you would start? Our salvation is nearer now than it has ever been. It’s time to live like it.
Should we submit to God or Government? And the answer is yes. In a country that is divided most deeply by political ideology, the idea of submitting to government is an inflammatory one. Paul invites us to see the government not as an enemy of God but as a weapon of God. And to live in rebellion against the governing authorities is almost always to live in rebellion against God.
What does loving people look like? In this section, Paul rattles off many practical implications of loving people. From honoring others to showing hospitality to feeding your enemies. In a world where everyone is looking out for themselves, one of the greatest acts of gospel proclamation is loving others more than ourselves.
What do we do now that we have come to faith in Christ? Starting in Romans 12, Paul begins to give us application for the gospel in our lives. It starts with worship…not simply singing…but offering our whole body to him and joining in our body to his body…the church.
All Israel will be saved? Romans 11:25-36
Can God be trusted to keep his promises? What about his promises to his people, the Israelites? As we exit Romans 11, Paul finally answers these questions. And his answer is summered up in two words, disobedience, and mercy.
When it comes to the family of God, there is only one family tree. And in this family tree, Some branches that once were a part, have been cut off. Other branches were not original, but have been grafted in. And Paul has some good news and bad news, those who have been cut off, can be grafted in again. And the bad news: those who have been grafted in can be cut off again.
As a God follower, there will likely be times when you feel all alone, when it seems you are the only one still trying to be faithful. The reality, however, is that there has always been and always will be a remnant chosen by grace. We can rest assured that as followers of Jesus, we are never alone.
No one comes to faith in Jesus without hearing the gospel of Jesus. No one can believe the good news that they haven’t heard. And we have been tasked with making sure those around us hear it. But we can’t make people respond in faith. As Paul teaches in this text, there will be some who hear it and reject it. But our job is still the same: Preach the word!
Who gets an invitation into the kingdom of God? ANYone and EVERYone! The gospel isn’t just good news for the few, it is an invitation for all to call on the name of the Lord. The question this text has for us is have you responded to the good news of Jesus?
Some teach that it doesn’t matter what you believe or what faith you practice as long as you are sincere. But Paul teaches otherwise. Jesus said I am the way, the truth, and the life, and no one comes to the Father except through me. There is no way of salvation outside of Jesus, no matter how zealous of God you are.
Are people chosen for salvation or destruction? If so, is it fair for God to hold people accountable for a choice they couldn’t make? This is one of the most difficult questions Romans 9 makes us ask.
How much do you care for those who are outside of Christ? In this text we see Paul willing to give up his own salvation for those he loves who are outside of Jesus. And we are reminded, again, that it takes more than having Abrahams's DNA to be his child; you must have his faith.
Who can be against the people of God? Lots of people. We do have an enemy who is against
us every day. And we are at war with sin and flesh every day. The question really isn’t who can
be against us…the question is, who can defeat the people of God? And the answer to that is no
one or nothing! We are more than conquerors through Jesus!
Suffering in this life is inevitable. Does that mean God is powerless, absent, or angry? Not at
all. God is sovereign, and no matter what suffering we endure or why we endure it, God is
great enough to use it for good. Although this isn’t a promise for everyone. It is a promise made for those who love him.
Everyone wants to live forever like Jesus, but not everyone wants to suffer like Jesus. But what will you do when you learn that you can’t have one without the other? Suffering isn’t optional for anyone, not even the children of God. But, for the children of God, it is temporary. And no matter how bad the suffering gets, it does not compare to the glory to come.
Does the Spirit of God live in you? If you are a child of God, he does! The Spirit of God is what
makes you a child of God! But there is a war within each of God's children. A war
between the desires of the flesh and the desires of the Spirit. The flesh urges us to obey it,
and the Spirit invites us to obey him. And which of those you are fighting for will determine
whether you live or die.
No one gets excited about being let off the hook, if they never felt like they were on the hook to
begin with. Romans 8 is the the pinnacle of the book of Romans. And it begins with the
declaration that we have been let off the hook for all our sins in Christ Jesus. It is a reality worth
celebrating
This Sunday, we look back and celebrate all the things that God used QuadCity Christian Church to do this last year. We also look ahead and prepare for what's to come in the new year. Join us next Sunday as we jump back into Romans starting in chapter 8.
If the Law was good, why does it make people bad? The answer is it doesn’t! The Law doesn’t
make people bad; it simply reveals that people are bad. The Law shows us what we should be
and helps us realize we aren’t. And the issue isn’t that we don’t want to be good, but that we
can’t! We can’t live up to the standard of the Law…we need a savior.
At one time, we were all married to the law. Meaning we were obligated to serve it. And
marriage is a sacrament that binds two people together as long as they both are alive. But
thanks be to God, through Christ’s death, we died. And are now free to marry another and
serve him.
You are a slave to whatever you obey. Everyone is a slave to something. In this text, Paul gives us the option, to become a slave to sin or a slave to righteousness. There isn’t an option to not be a slave…you will be a slave to something. You can be a slave to that which pays off in death or that which brings the gift of eternal life.
Baptism is not a symbol, it is a sacrament. Meaning, it has spiritual ramifications in the heavenly realm. When we were Baptized, Paul says we were baptized into his death, burial and resurrection. And because we died with Christ, we also rose victorious with him. And just as sin has no mastery over Jesus, it no longer has mastery over us. Just as Jesus is free to live fully to God, we too are now free to live fully to God.
In this text, Paul unpacks how we got to where we are. All were once in Adam, and thus all sinned when he sinned. Sin isn’t just something we do, it is part of who we are. But just as we were once in Adam and his sin infected us all, we have been invited to be born again in Christ and thus be infected with his righteousness. In Adam we all experienced death, in Christ we experience eternal life.
Because of the love of God Jesus died for the unworthy not the worthy. God did not wait for us to get it together, he died for us while we were still his enemies. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus we are transformed from enemies of God into children of God. And through his death, Jesus reconciled our relationship with God.
Through faith in Jesus, we get to experience peace with God instead of the wrath of God. Through the hope of Jesus, we glory in our sufferings not just in our victories. And because of God’s love for us, he has gifted us his spirit.
Paul continues to use Abraham as an example of what it means to live by faith. Many of us grew up singing the song “Father Abraham” without knowing what it really meant. In this text Paul lets us know. Abraham is the father of all who have faith in Christ. The righteousness that was credited to Abraham can also be credited to us, by faith in God who raised Jesus from the dead.
There are 3 world religions that trace their beginnings back to Abraham. Two of them use his life a picture of what it means to follow the Law of God. And one, Christianity as described by Paul, uses Abraham as an example of what it means to live by faith. Righteousness was not a wage that Abraham earned, it was a credit he received by faith. It wasn’t something he received because he followed the law, but before.
We are all powerless to be righteous on our own. We can’t obey our way into the kingdom. That can leave us all a bit hopeless. Which is what makes the Gospel Good news. There is now a righteousness available that doesn’t come through the law…but comes by faith to ALL who believe. Those who had Fatih before Christ…and those of us who have faith after christ can ALL be made righteous through the blood of Jesus. And because it isn’t something we have done, but what he has done, we don’t take the credit, instead we give him our lives.
Paul has argued that all will be judged based on what they do. If you keep the law, you are righteous. (2:13) if you do not, you are condemned as a law breaker. (2:25-27). So our best hope is being better at law keeping, right? Wrong. There is no one righteous…not even you. The law wasn’t given to make people righteous. It was given to prove they aren’t righteous.
There are advantages to being in the company of the believers, even if you aren’t a believer. Living the word, even without believing the word, will bless your life. We all benefit from living in a nation that was founded on the word of God. Even those who don’t believe it. Paul also declares that God’s faithfulness is not predicated upon our faithfulness. He will be faithful to his promises, both good and bad, no matter what.
We often judge others by their actions, while judging ourselves by our intentions. Paul declares that everyone will be judged, not by what they have heard, or even what they have believed. We will all be judged by what we do. Not that our actions save us…but our actions testify to whether we are saved. We will all be held to account for what we do with what we know. (Note the pronoun “you” he is talking to Jews).
In this text we read one of the scariest lines in the Bible for a third time: “God gave them over.” As Paul outlines the wrath of God on the gentiles, he gives them over to the depraved mind they so long for. And as a result, Paul shares 21 sins that are a result. When these actions and attitudes seem normal and natural to su, we can assume we have a depraved mind too.
What do you do when you don’t want to obey God? You create your own. In this text Paul describes people who choose to create their own Gods, so that they can live their lives however they want. And in doing so they exchange the immortal Glory, for Mortal glory and the truth for a lie. And the result of idol creation is always sexual immorality.
Before God reveals his wrath, he reveals himself. The creation we live in reveals the creator behind it. God has not left people in the dark. If they don’t know him or see him, is because they choose not to know him or see him.
In this text, we learn Paul has yet to visit this church, but he longs to. Even though he did not plant this church he has a passion for them. He is praying for them constantly. He wants to strengthen their faith. He wants to see a harvest among them. He is obligated and eager to preach the Gospel because he is not ashamed. Which begs the question, how many of us feel compelled to share the gospel with those around us?
Paul begins this letter by stating his mission and his calling. The purpose of his life is to share the Gospel as an Apostle of Jesus to the gentiles…and call them all to the obedience that comes from faith. Obedience doesn’t bring Fatih. Faith produces obedience.
This week we will kick off the series by seeking to answer some of the context questions of the letter. Who wrote it, who was it written to, and when was it written? How did the church in Rome begin? We want to make sure that as we study this text we first understand the context. We will talk about Paul's calling to the gentiles and his connection to the church in Rome.
One of the most popular stories inside and outside the church. In this message, we discover a picture of the gospel of Jesus…and our place in it. Contrary to what most of us have been taught…we aren’t David in the story…Jesus is. We aren’t the hero…Jesus is. We are the cowardly Israelites in need of a savior to fight an enemy we can’t defeat. Sin and death.
This story is a story of integrity and faithfulness in the face of overwhelming adversity. In this story The evil king thinks he is the one who determines outcomes…that he is in control. But Rack Shack and Benny know better. The greatest truth of this story is summed up in one line…from verse 17 ”but even if he does not…” God is the one who controls outcomes. We are to be faithful…and trust God for the rest.
One of the greatest part of this fantastic story is found in Chapters 5:13-15. The truth God is not for us…we are for him. We spend so much of our prayers trying to get God to be for us …be he is not joining us we are to join him.
This story is used to decorate children’s rooms and nurseries the world over…but this is far from a children’s story. It is the point in the story of God where he regrets ever creating man. Pours out his wrath in the form of water and destroys nearly everything and starts over. This story is a reminder of a couple of truths: 1. God cares deeply about this world…its state grieved him. 2. He is a God of restoration…not simply destruction.