Foundation Stones: Recent Episodes
Refuge City Church
Every good structure needs a solid foundation. Every victorious Christian needs one too! The scriptural truths we believe are like stones that are built one upon another as we grow closer to Jesus. Foundation Stones is Refuge City Church’s discipleship podcast. Refuge City Church is an Assembly of God multi-site congregation in Southern Oregon. Join Pastor Jim Weaver and guests for solid biblical truth, candid conversations, and edifying content! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! www.refugecity.church
This beatitude is not just about having peace. It's about making peace. Let's study God's Word together! Matthew 5:2-9.
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Antisemitism and hatred of Israel is saturating our culture even though many don't know why. The Church needs to be aware of the Biblical instruction to pray for and support the nation of Israel. Join Pastor Jim Weaver as he teaches this pivotal message entitled "Why Israel Matters".
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The heart is the seat of our humanity and contains our motives, will, emotions, and our mind. Why would Jesus be so emphatic on its purity? Let's look at Matthew 5:8 in our continuing study on the Beatitudes!
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God has called us to love and He's called us to proclaim truth. Sometimes these seem at odds with one another, but we assure you that scripturally, they are not! Join us for this powerful episode as we REPLAY "Truth and Love"!
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One of our favorite episodes, we know you'll enjoy this REPLAY of "Handling Interruptions Just Like Jesus". We'll continue our study on the Beatitudes in a few weeks!
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Mercy is an action, not just a feeling. Let's look at it together from Matthew 5:7!
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With recent world events, there is no doubt that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is boldly going forward. The world is at a Crossroads. What does that mean for you?
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Beatitude #4 is significant - do we hunger and thirst for God's righteousness or do we crave the world? God teaches that if we'll pursue Him, He'll meet us. Open your Bible and let's get ready for God's Word!
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Matthew 5:5 - Strength Submitted...easier said than done! But it's imperative because God wants to give us influence on His earth. Let's explore!
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Recently, host Jim Weaver preached a message entitled "Make Room", discussing the need for Christians to make room in their hearts, time, mind, and even the room itself to receive the harvest God wants to bring to salvation! It's everybody's responsibility to reach people for Christ, and it is dependent on a heart that is soft and full of God's grace to make space for people who are coming that are broken, confused, and need Jesus! In light of recent United States events, where churches are seeing unprecedented attendance, it's important for the Church People to be ready to receive those who are looking for Jesus! Let's explore how that can look...
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Continuing in our study of the Beatitudes, let's look at Beatitude #2 - Blessed Are Those Who Mourn. Open your Bible to Matthew 5 and let's get started!
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Mary poured out her supply on Jesus - she spent it all. What is your supply? Join host Jim Weaver for a live service where he preached from John 12. We'll be back with our series next week!
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Beatitude #1 - Blessed are the poor in spirit. What does this mean? It's time to find out! This is a powerful Foundation Stones. Open your Bible to Matthew 5 and we'll get started!
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Today we begin a brand new series on the Beatitudes - straight from Matthew 5! This is our intro episode, laying the ground work for what the Beatitudes truly are. Let's get started!
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Romans 16:19 gives us a principle for Christian living that we must implement into our lives at all costs! Let's explore Paul's letter to the Roman Church.
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We serve a God who still does miracles! Let's explore why our God tells us He uses miracles to reach people with salvation!
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Host Jim Weaver opens Galatians 3 and 2 Corinthians 3 in the area of depending on the move of the Holy Spirit. The Great Commission depends on the power of God, not the efforts of man. Let's explore why it's important to know that the Holy Spirit is moving in our day and not just at the beginning of the Church.
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Today, we have a guest message from Rick Dickinson, RCC's campus administrator and lead pastor of Refuge Church Malin. This message comes from our evening sessions during our mission trip to Paisley. Enjoy and be challenged by this powerful word!
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We must be about the Father's Business while not neglecting the Father! Let's see what it looks like to pursue God in heart and action!
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The Body of Christ is a living and breathing organism - His Church! Let's find out how to be in submission to Christ as the Head of our Body, and one another who each carry a part!
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Sometimes Christians bicker over the smallest things! Let's find out what is truly a big deal to God and figure out how we can love, honor and care for our brothers and sisters in Christ who think differently on small "doubtful" things.
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The Rapture, or "catching away" is something we look forward to because it could happen at any moment. This also scares people. It's not something to be scared of, but it IS something to be prepared for! Let's look at it!
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Psalm 100 teaches us some beautiful principles and the heart of why and how we are to worship God. Let's open our Bibles and grow in worship today!
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Another installment in our "Biblical Sexuality" series leaves us talking about being "A Victim No Longer". God has destined you to be more than a conqueror and not anchored to your past. Let's explore freedom in this area!
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There is a season for everything in life...it's how we respond to each season that truly matters. Let's open our Bibles to Ecclesiastes 3...
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Discernment is so vitally important. Not every spirit we encounter is from God and we have to be able to discern what is happening. In this replay, host Jim Weaver dissects what it means to be able to discern spirits.
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Today's podcast is from a recent service where host Jim Weaver talks about the importance of creating a culture of truth, love and accountability in the home so that the world is not the teacher of sexuality to our families. God's Word has a lot to say about it, so let's determine to live it God's Way!
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We live in a highly sexualized culture where the average person is exposed to sexual content and sexual deviance on a daily basis. Even in the church, sexual sin is prevalent. The world screams about it while the church speaks not a word. No longer. We want to take a few episodes to include our Foundation Stones audience in a series that Refuge Church is in called "Biblical Sexuality". Last week we heard our launch message. Today, we'll start in with a message entitled "God's Design for Sex". This is very important - discipleship in this area has the potential to launch you into a new season of victory with Jesus. Please dig in with us! As the series progresses, we may include some more of the series on this platform.
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We live in a highly sexualized culture where the average person is exposed to sexual content and sexual deviance on a daily basis. Even in the church, sexual sin is prevalent. The world screams about it while the church speaks not a word. No longer. We want to take a few episodes to include our Foundation Stones audience in a series that Refuge Church is in called "Biblical Sexuality". This was our series launch, and next week we'll listen to "God's Design for Sex". This is very important - discipleship in this area has the potential to launch you into a new season of victory with Jesus. Please dig in with us! As the series progresses, we may include some more of the series on this platform.
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1 Thessalonians 1:5 describes the fullness of the Gospel - it's not just a well thought out speech on a Sunday morning. It's WAY more than that! Let's look at what Full Gospel actually means!
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Our brand new Foundation Stones discipleship book by host Jim Weaver is officially here! Listen to his message on discipleship to his home church and use the link below to order your own copy:
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Matthew 11 is Jesus' invitation for us to come to Him to find rest for our souls. But this might be something a little different than we truly think. Let's open our Bibles and explore it together!
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It's so easy to get overwhelmed and discouraged in our walk with God. If we're not careful, we'll give up before we see our breakthrough. Let's explore what God's Word has to say about this. Today's episode is a replay of episode 138.
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Hebrews 2 has a lot to say about our growth in Christ and our value to God. Discipleship is not a drudgery. It's a noble calling from God Himself! He wants us to thrive and walk in victory on earth, and then experience His glory for all eternity in Heaven! Let's look at it!
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1 John 4 has a lot to say about the defining characteristic of God's presence and the people of God when they are in proper relationship. Home is where the heart is. And you can't have a home without love...otherwise it's just a house! Let's open the Word together today!
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Jesus was interrupted constantly - in fact that's where most of the stories we love come from! Unplanned moments. Let's explore why that's so powerful and how we can embrace being interrupted as a key to God's Kingdom!
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In John 12, Jesus compares our life to a seed that must fall into the soil and die in order to truly live. Are you living for yourself, or for the King? Let's explore this scripture together today!
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The Bible says that Righteousness and Justice are the foundation of God's throne. Let's explore what that means!
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Finishing up our series called "Live It!", we're exploring what it means to operate in supernaturally empowered mercy. Let's explore Romans 12:3-8 one last time!
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God has given ministry gifts to those who are willing to walk them out! Leadership is a big one. So much rises and falls on leadership and God may be calling you into a leadership role! Let's explore that thought...
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God has given you seeds to sow into the lives of the people around you. Often those seeds are tangible things or finances you can give. God's Word gives direction on how to tangibly love someone, and it happens to be the litmus test of generosity. Are you a generous Believer? Let's find out...
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There's more to exhortation than meets the eye! Find out what the purpose of the gift of exhortation is in the Body of Christ! This is next in a series on ministry gifts found in Romans 12!
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It's snowy in Southern Oregon this week and we don't have our regularly scheduled Wednesday night service in-person. So we're releasing a special message recorded for just such an occasion! We'd like to invite you to listen to this timely message by host Jim Weaver entitled "Are You Christ Centered?" You might recognize this message, as this was a podcast on Foundation Stones a few years ago. But it's presented in a new recording here, just for you! Enjoy!
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The gift of teaching is something that carries a hefty weight of responsibility. But the writer of Hebrews says it's something we should be growing in. Let's take a look at why, and how to teach biblically.
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In our study on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit from Romans 12, we next dig into the understanding of the gift of ministry. You won't want to miss this one!
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Paul gives a list of Spiritual gifts in Romans 12 and we're taking some time to explore them. What are they, what does God desire to do through them, and how can we use them as Christians? Let's explore the first one today: prophecy...
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Today, we start a series on operating in the gifts that the Spirit of God gives us. Open your Bibles and prepare your heart to grow in Christ!
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Altars seem so Old Testament...right? There is a New Testament application that you've got to know. Let's explore the importance of "Restoring the Altar"!
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Just like we can get a little melancholy after Christmas, we can also be melancholy, hopeless and despairing in our everyday life as a matter of our personality and character. This ought not to be. We have to raise our eyes a little higher! Let's look at Colossians 1 for some instruction from our Heavenly Father!
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Merry Christmas! Our prayer is that everyone in our Foundation Stones family have an amazing Christmas and New Year Season. Let's explore the life of a man that had a chance to hold the Son of God in his arms. Simeon is such a model of faithfulness and expectancy, and a wonderful example to follow this week as we celebrate Christmas!
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Today's episode of Foundation Stones may seem very semantical, but our physical well-being is a very spiritual thing. Being healthy in body, mind and spirit is our holistic life giving God glory and being spent for His purposes! Learn principles on how to make sure your physical health can line up with your healthy spirit!
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Your soul - your mind, will, and emotions - need to be healthy in Christ! Without it, mental illness and unrest are paramount. What does the Bible have to say about the health of our soul?
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Let's look at Colossians 2:6-7 and hear an appeal to spiritual growth from the Apostle Paul. Being close with God is our personal responsibility!
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Part 3. In this three part series, we explore the Biblical foundation of the place the historical and present day nation of Israel plays in the world, and specifically in our Biblical Worldview as a Christian. We aired these episodes during the Israel/Gaza conflict of 2021, and though the present conflict is new and on a different scale, the Biblical understanding and teaching remains the same. Make sure to listen to all three in the series.
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Part 2. In this three part series, we explore the Biblical foundation of the place the historical and present day nation of Israel plays in the world, and specifically in our Biblical Worldview as a Christian. We aired these episodes during the Israel/Gaza conflict of 2021, and though the present conflict is new and on a different scale, the Biblical understanding and teaching remains the same. Make sure to listen to all three in the series.
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Part 1. In this three part series, we explore the Biblical foundation of the place the historical and present day nation of Israel plays in the world, and specifically in our Biblical Worldview as a Christian. We aired these episodes during the Israel/Gaza conflict of 2021, and though the present conflict is new and on a different scale, the Biblical understanding and teaching remains the same. Make sure to listen to all three in the series.
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In one of host Jim Weaver's foundational convictions, today's replay will explore the importance of making the determination in advance of who we are in Christ according to His Word, and then living our life out of those convictions.
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Replay of a special message by host Jim Weaver entitled "Work Out Your Salvation".
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The pharisees were always trying to 'entangle Jesus in His words'. Jesus' was a perfect teacher and preached with no errors, but every other person will make mistakes...including people who preach and teach. How do we determine if someone is authentic, even if they make mistakes?
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We often get it backwards - we spend lots of time polishing the outside of our life while neglecting the core of our heart. Jesus wants us to reverse the order. Let's take care of the Secret Heart and let our inward health in the holiness of God overflow to the outside!
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1 Corinthians 13 is a crystal-clear chapter on what true, authentic Christian love looks like. This biblical description flies in the face of our modern definition of love, even in the Church. It's high time to align ourselves with the way God wants His love displayed! Is our heart icy and cold, or do we embody the love of Jesus everyday? Let's let God's Word challenge us...
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When we taste bitterness, it can steal our hope and our potential. Why must we stay away from bitter waters?
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Host Jim Weaver revisits "Building a Biblical Worldview" from episode 139, this time live at Refuge City Church. It's important for us to frame the way we look at the world through the lens of the Bible, because...God is right. Let's let God's Word speak to our hearts today.
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"Judge Not..." It's the drumbeat of our society. This is a loose understanding of what Jesus said in Matthew 7. Let's look at it a little closer today to see what Jesus meant when He talked to us about judging another.
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Today's Foundation Stones is a special service that host Jim Weaver was able to partner with at Refuge City Church - a Q&A with RCC Lead Pastor Jim Boyd. They cover many difficult topics, giving a framework on how to look at things through a Biblical worldview. With the upheaval in current culture, it's important for us to live our lives in a Christlike way, not shying away from truth by any means, but also not giving footholds to the devil by having our flesh leading us instead of the Holy Spirit. You don't want to miss this special conversation. Happy Labor Day Weekend!
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1 Peter 2 talks unashamedly about the need for honor in Christians. It reveals honor as a key that reveals God's glory to those around us. Do you walk in honor? Let's explore together...
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Do you want God or just His blessings? When we get Him, we get what He has for us. We need to learn how to wait on the Lord and delight in Him. Let's look at Psalm 37 together!
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Jesus demonstrated one of the single most important skills we should emulate - the skill of of being interruptible and giving people our time. Let's find out why this is so important!
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Expressions of praise and declaration are biblical - and they're not necessarily ONLY for God! Let's explore some reasons behind God instructing us to be a people who shout in triumph!
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We'll be taking two weeks off of Foundation Stones while host Jim Weaver is out of the office. Thanks for your patience! We'll see you in a few weeks! Take this time to catch up on any episodes you may have missed!
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In light of all the darkness in the world and the things that Jesus said would come in the last days, what is our response? Do we fear? Or do we stay awake with a passion to preach the Gospel?
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Sometimes we talk ourselves out of seeking God because someone might see or hear. So we hold back and quietly reserve our petitions and our seeking of the Lord to Sunday mornings where we can blend in to the crowd. But through today's Bible story, we find out that the place of prayer is where we make it! It's time to not be ashamed of the Gospel, or our pursuit of the Lord even if others see or overhear! Turn to Acts 16 and let's get started...
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Are you being transformed, or are you a chameleon? We're called to be like Christ in a dark world, but often we're more interested in blending in. Let's take a look at Romans 12:1-2 to see how our minds - and subsequently our lives - can be transformed in Christ!
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In a world full of voices, it's important to listen for the voice of truth from our Heavenly Father!
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Host Jim Weaver's wife, Jaime, shares a message entitled "In The Care of the Shepherd". This was Refuge Church's Mother's Day message, but it embodies such truth that it is a fantastic Foundation Stone! Let's look at Psalm 23 in its entirety!
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Pastor Jim Weaver talks about the importance of keeping our eyes lifted up to God instead of distracted with the things on the earth. Open to 2 Chronicles and let's dive in!
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Freedom from the bondage of demonic influence is possible for every believer in Jesus Christ! Last week, host Jim Weaver interviewed Pastor Jim Boyd, lead pastor at Refuge Church, about his new book, "Break Free", and the understanding of how Christians can find freedom from the bondages of evil in their lives. In a continuation of our look at deliverance, we now join a special service where Pastor Jim preached a message with the theme, "How Jesus Brought Deliverance". If we're going to understand the heart of a ministry, it's best to look at it through the lens of how Jesus Himself walked in it! Don't miss this message!
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Host Jim Weaver's pastor, Jim Boyd, joins for today's episode in a discussion about deliverance and the importance of living free from the bondages of demonic strongholds.
Pastor Jim's new book "Break Free" is out now! You can order it on Amazon at the following link:
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Jesus wants us to survive the storms. But that will only happen if we have a solid foundation! Open your Bible to Luke 6 and let's get ready to dig!
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Producing good fruit is great, but it's impossible if the tree is unhealthy. Let's look at a parable of Jesus from Luke 6!
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What do you do when you're waiting? How do you respond when God says, "wait"? Do you gripe, complain and take matters into your own hands, or do you "seek the peace of the city in which you live"? It's important. Let's explore...
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It's possible for us to be saved but still tolerate evil, sinful things in our lives. This duality is torture to us and those around us. This begs the question, why do we afflict our souls? Let's look at biblical precedence for living above reproach to the glory of God!
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The final Supplement to our Faith is...LOVE! We talk about love an awful lot around here, but there's a good reason. God is love. And He wants us to be like Him! Let's let God's Word speak to us today!
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Our next supplement is "Brotherly Kindness". Did you know it really does matter how we treat our fellow Brothers and Sisters in Jesus? Let's look at why...
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Our next supplement is Godliness! What does it mean to be godly and what does it do for our faith? Let's look at it!
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Perseverance and Patience are not normally words we like being challenged with. Everything is fast and convenient, but serving God is for a lifetime - when things are good and when they're tough. Let's continue our study our 2 Peter 1...
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Self-Control is a fruit of the Spirit and it is needed to mature and bolster our faith! Let's talk about it straight from scripture today!
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We continue in our study on 2 Peter 1 and learning our to add important qualities to our faith. Last study we looked at "virtue" or "moral excellence". This time we see why knowledge is next on the list!
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For the next two Mondays, we won't have a podcast upload because of some other obligations. Please use this time to catch up on any episode from the past you may have missed. Thank you for your understanding. We'll be back before you know with the continuation of our current series!
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Continuing our series on 2 Peter 1, we are looking at what it means to supplement our faith with virtue. What is virtue? Let's take a look at it!
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Today's replay will get us focused in the understanding of 2 Peter 1 as we embark on a new series! Enjoy this throw back to episode number 9!
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There are important things we are instructed in the Bible to add to our measure of faith! Join us for a series on 2 Peter 1 on what things need to be added our faith in our daily walk with Jesus! This will be a powerful series!
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To walk solid, we must have a balance between truth and love! Let's look at 2 John 3 for context!
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God has called us to live in ultimate victory - and He gives us instructions on how to do it in Jesus!
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Are you called? Are you chosen? What is a solid Biblical stand for the idea of predestination? You won't want to miss this one! Jim's brother, Eric Weaver, missionary to Mozambique, breaks down scripture in a powerful way. Let's dive in...
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One of the most famous Christian hymns of all time, most of us know and could even sing "Doxology". But this word is not just a song title. It's a description of a Christian discipline. Let's take a look at what doxology is and how we can walk in it as a believer in Jesus!
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At the beginning of the year, let's revisit a message Jim spoke a while back entitled "First". If we want to be ready to do the things of God throughout our day, God must truly be first. Everything else aside, Jesus is priority!
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1 Corinthians 15:58 tells us to be steadfast, immoveable, abound in the Lord's Work, and not think what we do for God is in vain. What insights can we glean from this instruction Paul gave to the Corinthian church? Let's start 2024 determined to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ more powerfully than ever before! Let's dive in...
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Immanuel is a beautiful name - but what does it mean? Merry Christmas everyone! Let's explore what Jesus did by coming to earth!
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We make our walk as a Christian entirely too hard sometimes. Let's see what God requires!
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Receiving the body and blood of Christ in the act of communion is a distinctive in Christianity. But what does it mean? Let's lay a foundation stone down today. Let's explore communion. It's deep and beautiful and it's a wonderful journey. Let's go!
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Today, we receive from special guest Eric Weaver, the brother of our host, Jim Weaver. He's a missionary to Mozambique, Africa, and has a powerful, right-now Word on being THE Light by having the fire of the Holy Spirit. If ever you've wondered about being baptized in the Holy Spirit, this teaching is for you! Buckle up!
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Arrogance as a Christian doesn't make us look more like Jesus. It makes us look less like Him. We need to guard our faith against arrogance!
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Indifference will steal our passion and influence in Christ really fast! Apathy is a sinister enemy we need to guard against. Let's find out why!
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Our human nature causes us to put great emphasis on things that are of lesser importance. God has an order - it's His altar (His Presence) FIRST. Then we can tend to the kitchen (our responsibilities). Let's explore scripture together as we learn about "The Altar and the Kitchen".
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Today we start Part 1 of a brand new 3 part series: Guarding Your Faith. Apostasy is a big word and one we need to know about. Let's find out how important it is to guard our faith against apostasy!
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What kind of authority do we truly have as a disciple of Christ? Let's learn why Jesus said we could use His name in prayer and in ministry!
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What sets us apart? We are to be distinguished from the world by something specific, but sometimes we settle for far too little in our day to day walk. Let's look at what it means to be 'distinguished'.
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Conviction is defined as the declaration of guilt. Doesn't sound too exciting - in fact, we often run from it out of fear. But scripturally, conviction is a gift God gives us to keep us on His narrow path. Let's explore the depth of God's gift of conviction. It's not nearly as scary as you think!
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How we view the world will be dependent on the lens we look through. If you have faith in Christ as your Savior, you have chosen to see the world through His lens, which is the Word of God. We know God's Word to be true! Which means it doesn't matter if we like it or not, but it matters that we believe it and live it. Why is it important to build a biblical worldview? Let's explore...
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You will grow what you sow! Now we get to wait. But waiting is hard! Waiting is worth it if we don't grow weary...
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With all the voices and noise in the world, it's refreshing to know that God wants to communicate with us. But we have to listen for Him, because His voice is not always the loudest or most demanding. His is a 'still small voice'. 1 Kings 19 is our scripture today!
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The battle is fierce, but the battle ground is small! It's the 5 to 6 inches of real estate between our ears! Find out what scripture says about having a renewed mind so we can walk in the victory of Christ!
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Jesus seems to like children - and us grownups being more like them! What does that mean? Because The Word says we're supposed to humble ourselves like a child if we expect to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Sounds serious!
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We long for, and look for, rest in all the wrong places. What would happen if we built our dwelling in God's Presence instead? Let's look at Psalm 84 together!
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During August, we'll be taking a brief hiatus as host Jim Weaver is on a few weeks of R&R. Take this month to catch up on episodes you may have missed. We'll see you again in September!
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Do you feel strong as a Christian? Unfortunately, many don't feel overly strong as a Christian most of the time. The strength we need to be victorious over temptation, reach others for Christ, and have vision for the future seems to be missing sometimes if we're honest. But, the Bible says the Joy of the Lord is our strength. Maybe we're missing something? What happened to rejoicing?
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Today's episode is a throwback to one of our favorite episodes...our study of "The Great Commission". This is one of our few Summer REPLAYS and is a throwback to episode number 29. If you heard this episode, listen today with new ears! If you haven't, buckle your seatbelt because you are about to grow in Jesus and the mission He has called you to!
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We hear, but do we HEAR? God says a lot to us, but if we're not listening with our spirit, we might just be filling our brain with knowledge while leaving our heart behind. This leaves us vulnerable to misinterpreting what God is actually wanting us to hear! Let's look at John 6, where we see an entire crowd wrestle with understanding what Jesus was really saying.
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Jesus doesn't pull any punches in Matthew 23! With open hearts, we can see ourselves in these words so we can become more like Christ instead of puffed up with our knowledge of Christianity devoid of love. Put your seat belt on. This one's intense!
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Holiness has gotten a bad rap, but it's actually infinitely beautiful! Let's explore the wonder of holiness in this message recorded live at Refuge City Church.
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We're certainly thankful for salvation and the infilling of the Holy Spirit in our lives! But is all of that only for us, or does God want this great work to go further? Let's explore what it means to bridge the gap between our walk with Jesus for ourselves and how it gets to someone else!
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Having a modest view of yourself is paramount to walking like Jesus did. Solomon had a humble heart and kept his head even when he was handed the keys to the kingdom of his father, David. Let's find out what he did and apply to our lives!
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Now that Christ has made our way of salvation available, we can be justified through faith in Him! But what does justification mean? What does it look like? How do we live in it?
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Out of all the things we can do as Christians, there is one distinguishing marker of if you know God or not. Let's find out what it is!
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Like it or not, storms will happen! It's how we prepare and how we weather the storm that matters! Let's look at scripture together and see how important it is for us to have Jesus in the boat of our life!
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God's Word is a great mirror! But sometimes we use it to evaluate someone else and not ourself. Let's look at what it means to defeat a religious spirit and truly love God and love people!
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Thanks is the key to bringing glory to God! Saying Thank You often and from the heart changes our perspective and grows our walk with Jesus - not to mention it brings glory to Him in a world that is dark and in need of hope! Let's look at Luke 17 together...
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God only uses broken people...because God only has broken people to choose from! While He is working His redemption in us through sanctification, He still uses us in our limitations. In fact, we are never perfectly put together this side of heaven, which means we all have the opportunity to serve everyday! Let's look at 1 Corinthians 1.
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Something powerful takes place when we learn that interaction with God comes from the deep places of our heart. We can connect with God in more than a plutonic and casual prayer life. There are many ways to pray, including in the middle of our anguish. What does this mean?
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The field of souls is white and ready for harvest, but Jesus said the laborers are few. First of all, what's Jesus talking about with the harvest, and what part do we play?
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Jesus prayed! On one side of the coin, we know Jesus prayed. On the other side, it puzzles our mind. Jesus prayed? Wasn't Jesus God in the flesh? If so, what does the model of Jesus' prayers show us about our Heavenly Father, and about how we should be praying in our life? This Foundation Stone will help you in your everyday life as a person of prayer!
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Compassion is something that should move you if you are just like Jesus. If you're not moved with compassion, it's time to figure out why!
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It's really easy to get off track in our Christian walk, wandering into other agendas and still labeling it Christianity. But to be "Just Like Jesus", it would be good to see what Jesus focused on as His Number One Priority and Number One Mission! Only when we do what Jesus did can we truly be "Christ-like"! Let's explore together.
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We have a lot of thoughts about being interrupted, but truth be told, we're usually not thrilled when our plans get derailed. Jesus was interrupted all the time, yet somehow He seemed to accomplish His mission. How did He do this? How can we emulate what He did?
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Have you ever gone fishing and got your line tangled up? It hinders everything! And in the same way, our mind and heart can get all wound up and we struggle to live in victory. James has something powerful to say about this. Let's look at James 5 together and get some equipping in how to untangle the knots in our lives so we can be effective for Jesus!
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Influence is a powerful thing. Somehow in our culture we may have gotten the idea that influence is our voice behind someone shouting direction at them as to which way to go based on our personal opinion. Jesus didn't lead like this. In fact, His way of influencing people looked quite a bit different than this in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. In this next installment of our series "Just Like Jesus", we take a look at how we can actually influence people with the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the way that Jesus did while He walked the earth!
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Being Christ-like permeates every part of our life. If we are Christ-like in every area, that means we are emulating Jesus who never changes according to Hebrews 13:8. How did Jesus deal with the temptations of the flesh? Let's find out!
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1 John 2 tells us that if we claim to know God, we must be just like Jesus. What in the world can that mean? Today marks another teaching in our series on being Christ-Centered! Let's dive in!
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There's a lot of things we like to slap the name "Christian" on. But is it possible that we are asking Jesus to follow us in our footsteps instead of us following in His? To truly be "Christ-like" (Christ-ian), does our life match up to the life He lived? If it doesn't, we may have to embrace the hard truth that we're not actually a "Christ-Centered" Christian. Wouldn't it be a joy to know that our lives look like the life Jesus lived while He was on earth? Let's explore the Word of God and let the Holy Spirit reveal what being Christ-like is all about!
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We were not created to be frantic, stressed out, and exhausted. Even though sometimes we use these traits to try to prove our competence, and sometimes even our spirituality, they are not definitions of a true follower of Jesus. Find out what true rest is all about, and discover the key to receive it! Matthew 11:28-30 is our text today.
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Today on Foundation Stones we have a special guest and a message that is life transforming! Oregon Ministry Network Assistant Superintendent Pastor Lee McCloud brings a message entitled "Experiencing the Blessings of God". This is a message on living in covenant with God in such a way that we live our life God's Way - truly making sure He's not only Savior of our souls, but also our LORD! You will not want to miss this great podcast!
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Jesus promises we'll have trouble in this world. But we just get so surprised when we actually walk through a desert! Instead of giving up, it's time to persist in the desert places so we can break through to the Promised Land God is taking us to. Don't Die in the Desert!
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We can be so jealous of other people that we actually reach for their heels like Jacob did in order to pull them down and elevate ourselves. It's something we'd never like to admit, but we deal with all the same. Let's talk about Jealousy today!
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We're so geared to aim at the negative that we can almost have a 'survivor's guilt' when things are actually going good. We'll sabotage the good things in life because we don't feel like it's "Christian" enough to be content and be OK with our good seasons. Let's look at Colossians 3 and talk about the importance of living the hope-filled life of Christ, using the good seasons of life to grow and prosper in our walk with Jesus!
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The importance of a mind controlled by the Spirit of God cannot be overplayed! In another episode on the importance of a renewed mind, we explore the importance of relationship with, and infilling of, the Holy Spirit. When we draw near to God, He draws near to us! When He lives in us, God's resurrection power dwells there, too! This is the victory over our mind that we're looking for! Let's explore...
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No more conforming to the world! It's time to be TRANSFORMED in our minds! Fresh start in Jesus for 2023. Join host Jim Weaver for a study on Romans 12:1-2.
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Our heart's preparation for 2023 will keep us focused on Jesus and His Kingdom. Let's start 2023 off strong by seeking first the Kingdom of God! Join host Jim Weaver for a teaching on the preparation of our hearts for our future of seeking Jesus in the new year.
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Merry Christmas! Aren't you grateful that God always fulfills His Word spoken through the eons? Let's look at some of the scripture that proves that Jesus is the fulfillment of God's Messiah.
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Episide 100!!! Part two of our series on going "Back to the Heart" is all about how what God started in a Garden will end in a Garden. Take a journey with us as we explore how God is in the business of making us into a "New Creation"!
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Today starts a three part series preparing for Christmas! God is always calling us back to the heart of the matter and He does it in a number of ways. Let's explore how God takes us "Back to the Beginning" in this first of three podcasts on going "Back to the Heart"!
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When love grows cold, the Good News loses its sheen. When love burns hot for God and for people, there's no stopping the Gospel! Let's expose our hearts to the truth of God's Word so we can evaluate our love. Great days are ahead for those who's hearts burn for God!
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Is it possible to know God's will? Is it possible to be thankful and grateful in the world we live in? Let's explore a new foundation stone today: Gratitude!
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Ever found weeds growing in your yard the day after you uprooted every weed you can find? In the same way, there are spiritual weeds that Jesus talks about in a parable in Matthew 13. Let's find out what the instruction of Christ Jesus is for us as we encounter the "tares" among the wheat!
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Philippians 2 teaches us to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. But if salvation is by faith, what does work have to do with it?
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Did you know that you can encourage yourself in the Lord? Encouragement is vital, and sometimes the only one around to release the encouragement is ourself. Did you know this is Biblical? Let's look at it together!
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How can righteousness and justice both be God's foundational pillars? How do these words relate with Jesus being King and Priest? Put your seatbelt on! This teaching is deep, but it is powerful understanding of God's multifaceted beauty and our redemption in Christ!
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Do we really have a part to play in this giant world we live in? And if so, how do we contribute to the advancement of God's Kingdom when we are well aware of our own failures? The Bible teaches us that we are placed on earth for a purpose and that we are seen as precious in God's sight. Let's grow in our confidence in who God has called us to be as we study God's Word together. Join in with a service at Refuge City Church as Pastor Jim Weaver preaches a message entitled "Overcoming Insignificance".
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What was once a giant chasm between mankind and God has been bridged through the gift of God's grace through Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross! Once we were far away from God, BUT NOW we are brought near and justified! Let's explore what it looks like to be justified through a study in Romans 3 and 4!
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So, you're a believer in Jesus. What now? If faith in Christ is more than just a church service or religious affiliation, what are the components of growing in Christ? Let's look at 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 to find out!
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What is the tithe? This liberating teaching will help you in your understanding of God's heart in giving 10% of your income to the work of the Lord!
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Jim Weaver and special guest David DeFillipo talk about the Biblical mandate toward Christian community. This podcast is life transforming!
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Is there a way to Love God and Love People better? What if the Church learned to love more like Jesus does? It could revolutionize the world around us! Let's enjoy this special episode of Foundation Stones with a special guest...
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Is it judgment or grace? Is it mercy or sacrifice? The Gospel is Good News, but how do we give good news in a dark culture in need of repentance? Let's explore mercy's voice!
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Have you ever had someone say they experienced God's anointing? What does that mean?The oil that was put on the priests in the Old Testament is a picture of the Oil of the Holy Spirit that God pours on His Church now. How does God pour out His anointing on us as believers today?
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A religious spirit will paralyze us in the Body of Christ faster than just about anything. Recently, Jim Weaver, host of Foundation Stones, preached a message about the danger of a religious spirit in a message entitled "Beware the Yeast". Let's expose our hearts to Jesus' warning and make sure we are ready to love more than allowing a religious spirit in our life!
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Money fights, emergencies, inflation, debt...money can be stressful! It doesn't have to be that way! When we get out of the driver's seat and take care of money God's way, peace has free reign! Lets explore God's principles for money management in this two part series.
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God never meant us to be an island - but relationships are hard! Why did God design us to work like a Body? What does it look like for the Church to operate in concert with one another? Let's dive in!
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Probably the most controversial and polarizing Gift of the Spirit, the Gift of Tongues, is today's topic. Let's explore scripture to understand the heart and the proper use of the Gift of Tongues, and what it means to Interpret them!
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The single most powerful thing we do as Christians is seek God in prayer. It's also the one thing that seems to get squished out of our day. Why should we be people of prayer, and how do we grow in it? Join host Jim Weaver as he preaches in his home church a message entitled "First".
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Accurately distinguishing between good and evil and recognizing what is from God and what is not is a vital Gift of the Holy Spirit. The gift of the Discerning of Spirits is a gift of grace to keep the Gospel of Jesus Christ moving forward in purity! Let's learn together how to operate in the Gift of Discerning of Spirits from 1 Corinthians 12!
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This misunderstood, controversial, but incredibly powerful Spiritual Gift is emphatically encouraged by the Bible! We are to desire it...but that means we need to understand it and grow in our relationship with God in order to release it! Join today as host Jim Weaver talks about the Spiritual Gift of Prophecy from 1 Corinthians 12:10.
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Dynamite! The power of God! Lifting up Jesus and His Good News of Eternal Life! This is the purpose behind the gift of "Working of Miracles". Don't miss today's episode!
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Host Jim Weaver joins with his wife Jaime for a special Foundation Stones called "Approved". We'll have a little fun first, and then we'll get right into the Word. You'll be blessed with this special format and the biblical content is rich and challenging! Open your Bibles up to 2 Timothy 2.
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Join us for a special episode on Luke 24 - the disciples walking on the road to Emmaus. You'll never walk alone! Let today's special teaching encourage you in your walk with Jesus!
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God's gifts of healings come in a multitude of ways, and He wants to use you by His Spirit to bring healing to others! What can we be healed from, and how to we operate in the gift of healing?
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Deaf ears opened, blind eyes seeing, miracles of breakthrough and direction, and effective Spirit-filled proclamation of the Good News are all the result of the Gift of Faith from the Holy Spirit! The Gift of Faith is the key to the moving of the Holy Spirit and the confirmed witness of His Gospel Message. Let's look at how faith operates and how we can grow in it!
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Happy Memorial Day! In this throwback episode, we revisit the importance of reading our Bibles every single day. In fact, it's the time of year again where Refuge City Church starts our Bible Reading in a Year Plan and we'd like to invite you to join us! Make sure to go to www.refugecity.church to find your free .pdf plan for reading the Bible in a year. Click the button on the top of the main page that says "Bible Reading Plan"! You'll be glad you did!
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Are you head smart or heart smart? How does the Holy Spirit move through us in gifts of the Word of Wisdom and Knowledge? Join today as we explore the first two gifts of the Spirit!
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The Gifts of the Spirit - God's special empowerment for reaching people with the Gospel - are available to each of us as believers! Let's begin a new series out of 1 Corinthians 12.
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What does an ox and a red donkey have to do with our relationship with our Heavenly Father? Join in today to find out as we study Commandment Number Ten: Don't Covet!
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The heart of the Ten Commandments is the love of God. Stealing and Lying are rooted in selfishness and removes the love of God for other people from our heart. If we are perfected in God's love, we will love others which means we won't be lying or stealing! This is such a powerful teaching on the heart behind God's instruction not to steal and not to bear false witness. You'll be glad you listened today!
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This special episode is that audio taken from Refuge City Church's production of "The Story Isn't Over". This powerful depiction of the Easter story will cause you to ponder and worship in a whole new way. We'll return to the Ten Commandments next week, but in the meantime, let's continue to celebrate resurrection with this powerful presentation!
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Committing adultery is serious business. For today's Foundation Stone, experience a deep and challenging teaching on the seventh commandment, "you shall not commit adultery".
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Certainly, just about everybody has obeyed this Ten Commandment right? Most people have never taken a human life, and most never will. But according to Jesus, "you shall not murder" goes a little deeper into the heart than just a physical act. You will be challenged deeply in today's podcast on the Sixth Commandment!
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Honoring our Father and Mother is easy when we grew up in good relationship. But how do we obey God's Ten Commandments when we've struggled in our relationships with our parents. You won't regret listening to this podcast - even if it's a hard one to digest! Healing is on the way through Jesus!
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The Fourth Commandment is more than just taking a day off. It is an ultimate act of trust from the heart of a believer to their Savior. Let's look at what scripture has to say about 'a day of rest'.
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We interrupt our regularly scheduled program - our series on the 10 Commandments - in order to join Foundation Stones host Jim Weaver for a message he preached recently entitled "Build Up". How do we go from head knowing about God to relationship and action with God? It's an important distinction with lasting implications. Let's join in!
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Not taking the Lord's name in vain is a bigger deal than many of us realize. Let's study the scripture to find the heart of God in His desire that we reverence His name.
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Let's study the first two commandments of the Ten Commandments - through the lens of God's heart!
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Before we understand the 10 Commandments, we need to know God's heart behind them! Let's dig under the surface of the 'rules' and find out what God has in store for us with His overarching motive. What is His motive? It's in the pages of His Word. Let's explore!
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As we wrap up our series on the Armor of God, let's look at the importance of prayer in the armor, supporting one another, and ultimately declaring the Gospel with boldness!
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Christians all over the world are choosing to divide against other Christians over a dispute on a non-salvation issue. This division and resistance is "friendly fire" and is very confusing to the world and warned against in scripture. There is a remedy! Join Jim Weaver in a teaching on Romans 14 called "Doubtful Things".
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Hiding God's Word in our hearts gives the Holy Spirit something to breathe upon! The Sword of the Spirit is our offensive weapon to walk in victory in our Christian life. Let's explore how to use it!
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The Helmet of the 'hope of our salvation' speaks to a day yet to come! Let's find out how to stay protected in our faith for our entire lifetime. Join us as we look at Ephesians 6:17 - the Helmet of Salvation!
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"Above All" is the shield of faith. How do we stand behind our faith and keep it strong so we finish strong? Join us today for the continuation of our series on The Armor of God out of Ephesians 6.
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The Gospel of Peace is not passive. It's our opportunity as Christians to penetrate dark places with the power of God's Good News and prevail! Let's explore how this part of the Armor of God works in our lives!
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The Breastplate guards the vulnerable heart and lungs of the warrior. Find out why the "Breastplate of Righteousness" is such a powerful and necessary armament against the strategies of satan. Today continues our series on the "The Armor of God".
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We're pausing The Armor Study today for a very special sneak peak into our virtual Christmas Eve Service which will debut on December 24, 2021 on RCC's social sites. Jim Weaver, Foundation Stone's host, is also the Worship Pastor for Refuge City Church. This year, he and his family are hosting a Christmas Eve Service, and we wanted to give you a little taste of what is coming! Join Jim, his wife Jaime, and kids Lynnae, Joshua and Grace, as they share some timeless songs of the season. And don't forget to set a reminder to join in for the whole service on Christmas Eve! You can find the service on RCC's Facebook and YouTube pages as well as on the website: www.refugecity.church/watch
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A belt is a must for many of us! In the same way, the first layer of God's protective armor in our life, truth wraps around us to keep us together. Let's find out why it's so important to know the Truth, Speak the Truth, and Live the Truth!
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Why do we need to wear spiritual armor anyway? How is the kingdom of darkness set up? How do we recognize the strategies of satan so we can walk in victory in Christ? Join us today for Foundation Stones! Ephesians 6, here we come!
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There's no doubt, we are in a spiritual battle all around. How do we walk victorious, and what are the spiritual components that God provides for our protection and success as Christ-followers? Buckle up for a new series on Foundation Stones: The Armor of God! Today's podcast is the intro to our new series!
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You've made it! All nine descriptions of the Fruit of the Spirit. And this one is a doozy! So powerful, really! It's the partnership we share with God to walk in His character everyday. Self-control is a gift of freedom we desperately need! Let's learn about it together.
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Let's explore why it's important to knock off the rough edges in our temperaments! God's Word is very clear that we are called to have the gentleness of the Holy Spirit - but why? Let's look at the 8th Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness.
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We interrupt our series on the Fruit of the Spirit to join Pastor Jim Weaver in a recent service where he preached on reverence and the fear of the Lord. This is certainly a foundation stone of our Christian faith and this message is one you will be happy you heard. Open your heart and prepare for the truth of God's Word.
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Faithfulness has two edges - what we believe, and how we live what we believe. This is a very important part of the Fruit of the Spirit, and something we need to saturate our heart deep down. Let's explore the Word together!
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Continuing in our study on the Fruit of the Spirit, today we are learning about Goodness. It seems hard to define at first, but when you hear the Greek and Hebrew meaning, it comes to life and makes a whole lot of sense! Get ready...this is powerful!
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Kindness - is it really only about just being 'nice'? Kindness is so much more! The Fruit of the Spirit of Kindness is transformative. Let's explore it.
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Patience! Not a word we like in our culture. However, it's the glue between our hope and the fulfillment of our faith. It confirms we believe what we say we believe. Let's look at how letting patience work in our lives will actually make space for The Good News to emanate from us!
Continuing in our study on the Fruit of the Spirit, we're going to talk about peace today! How do we receive peace? How do we retain it? And how do we share it? You won't want to miss this episode!
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When the Holy Spirit lives in us, fruit should be the byproduct. One of the manifestations of this fruit of the Spirit is joy - the joy of the Lord is our strength! Let's dig in!
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Continuing our series on the Fruit of the Spirit, Jim tackles the topic of Brotherly Love described in Galatians 5. Did you know that the way you love others reveals if you truly love God? Let's listen in...
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Today, we'll start a series on "The Fruit of the Spirit" by answering the questions, "Who's Fruit Is It?", "What Is The Fruit of the flesh and what is the fruit of the Spirit?", and "Does God really expect me to produce?" You will not want to miss the next several weeks. Lots of solid foundation stones coming your way!
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In this bonus episode, Jim Weaver brings an understanding the title of this podcast, "Foundation Stones", of what "Foundation Stones" in our Christian walk are, and why Refuge City Church is passionate about making sure the Foundation Stones we have established will help us live for Christ and stand solid during shaky times!
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We see many beautiful promises in God's Word. Though there are some unconditional promises, most are "if/then" promises which means they are available to us only if we do what the instructions from God's Word say. Let's discover God's heart in the promises He gives and how we can receive them into our lives and into the age we live in!
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Serving Jesus is not for the faint of heart and God will always push against our "No" until He has our full heart. Take a look at what Jesus said about this in Luke 14 in today's episode of Foundation Stones!
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God has called us to a great mission if we'll say yes. Have you ever wondered how far your yes could take you or how much you no could hold you back from? Join us today with host Jim Weaver and his brother Eric, Refuge City Church's Missionary to Mozambique as we explore the depth of our "Yes" to God!
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Jesus - Immanuel, "God With Us", was fully man. He demonstrated daily disciplines - daily rhythms - that we would do well to emulate! Today's episode is one of a three episode series that explores the things Jesus did regularly that we should be doing, too!
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Jesus - Immanuel, "God With Us", was fully man. He demonstrated daily disciplines - daily rhythms - that we would do well to emulate! Today's episode is one of a three episode series that explores the things Jesus did regularly that we should be doing, too!
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Jesus - Immanuel, "God With Us", was fully man. He demonstrated daily disciplines - daily rhythms - that we would do well to emulate! Today's episode is one of a three episode series that explores the things Jesus did regularly that we should be doing, too!
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God has a mission to share the good news of the sacrifice and redemption of His Son, Jesus Christ, with world. Amazingly, He has chosen to share the story through you and I making it a co-mission. Join us today as we look at the scriptural understanding of our "Great Commission"!
Galatians 2:20 is a life verse for us as Christians - a Foundation Stone worth exploring! Recently, host Jim Weaver was able to share a message on Galatians 2:20 entitled "Crucified With Christ". Join us for this powerful service and add this foundation stone to your faith!
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The "Catching Away"! What does this beautiful picture of rescue that Jesus describes have to do with a wedding? You'll want to listen today - this Foundation Stone will excite your heart and prepare you for the moment that we'll see Jesus face to face! Could be today. Are you ready?
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We love the idea of being free, but do we really know what it means and what to do with it? Join us today as we explore the life-giving grace of Jesus Christ out of Mark 5.
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Bondage or freedom? Eternal Life, or eternal death? This is truly what is at stake when we either choose to (or NOT to) forgive others. This is a big foundation stone!
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There is a favor that pours out on people who make the praise of God their number one priority. Praise and worship and making God Priority #1 can literally become a shield that stands between you and life. Spending time with God invites His presence, His protection, and His favor into your life. When you spend time listening to God and worshipping Him for who He is, wisdom enters in, good choices are made, honor is established, and blessings follow. Let's learn how to stay in The Fortress of God's Presence!
Today's Foundation Stones was recorded live during a powerful worship service at Refuge City Church where host Jim Weaver was able to teach on 1 John 5:12. Let's explore what it means walk from Death To Life!
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Four millennia worth of warfare has been the legacy of the nation of Israel. It seems like Israel is at the heart of most Middle Eastern conflicts, scrutiny and criticism. Why is the nation of Israel poised in such a central way? Why is a small nation we hear about from Bible times still making headlines today? Let's open God's word in part three on our Israel Series. This is an important Foundation Stone for your walk with Christ! Let's talk about "The Battle Over Israel".
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Understanding modern day Israel must begin by understanding ancient Israel as described in the biblical narrative! Join host Jim Weaver as we explore the root system that birthed the Hebrew People, the nation of Israel, our Christian faith in Christ, and the modern day State of Israel that continues to stand at the epicenter of world attention. To understand the issues of today, we must understand the issues of history. Let's dive in!
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You've been seeing Israel in the news a lot lately - but it's more than a distant geopolitical conflict. The understanding of Israel and the many conflicts in the Middle East are a very important part of your Christian Foundation Stones! You must know why it's important. Start a several episode series with us as we explore the importance of Israel Biblically and then begin to look at the reason why this part of our world is making headlines today. It may seem abstract, but put on your seatbelt. This teaching is paramount and vitally important. You don't want to miss it! (And don't forget to join us in the following weeks for more!)
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We falter because we've not developed our convictions ahead of time! Host Jim Weaver takes us through Luke 14 in Jesus' Parable of counting the cost. Many decisions and responses are already made for us when we know who we are in Christ and when we know God's Word! Let's prepare our foundation for the shaking!
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There's something dangerous to our authentic faith lurking just out of sight - it's our own religious attitudes that get in the way of love, compassion, and a soft heart toward God and people. Let's look at Luke 6 together as we learn to to be "The Real Deal".
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Over 100 Million copies of the Bible are printed every year with 20 million being purchased yearly in the United States alone. Eight of ten households have three to four Bibles in their homes. And yet, a recent study showed only 21% of Christians are actively engaged in reading their Bibles every day. Why should we be reading our Bibles and what's a good way to start? Join us today for a look at the importance of "abiding" in God's Word!
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Everything in our Christianity hinges upon love. Love from God, for God, and or other people! No gifts, titles, or religious activity has any merit with authentic, Christ-centered love! Let's look at that together today in Foundation Stones!
A beautiful part of our relationship with the Holy Spirit is what Jesus Himself calls the "Baptism in the Holy Spirit". Unfortunately, because of misunderstanding, abuses in the Church, and strategies of satan to dismantle God's intention of this beautiful gift, Christians for generations have looked for ways to avoid the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Join Jim Weaver for a study through scripture on God's heart for the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, how we receive it, and what the result of being filled with the Spirit of God is! You won't regret tuning in today! Let's study!
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The Doctrine of the Trinity is paramount to us as Born Again believers. But what does scripture have to say about The Trinity and how do we begin to understand this difficult concept? Today's podcast is an introduction to the doctrine of the Trinity: Father, Spirit, Son!
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What do you do after resurrection? Jesus came out of the grave, you believe it...now what? This week's podcast deals with the inheritance we receive because Jesus is alive!
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Jesus teaches about fasting in Matthew 6 and speaks about it as if we will be doing it! What is fasting, and how do we go about it? Join us today in Foundation Stones for a teaching on what biblical fasting truly is!
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We make prayer too complicated! Prayer is conversation with God. In today's Foundation Stones Podcast, we explore the beauty of talking with God in Prayer, and gain an understanding of what it means to intercede. Today’s teaching compiled from many recent teachings at Refuge City Church including many from Pastor Jim Boyd’s series called “His Kingdom Come” which can be found on our YouTube channel.
Water Baptism. What is it? Why are we instructed to do it? What does it symbolize? Today's podcast will explore the purpose of God's ordinance of Baptism!
How should we define “sanctification”? Is it truly possible to become like Jesus more and more everyday? And if so, how do we do it?
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Join Jim and Jaime Weaver for a study and conversation about cultivating a history of friendship with God. We'll talk about the scriptural mandate to pray, worship, and spend time with God and learn how to hear and discern God's voice for ourselves!
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Repentance is not a bad word! Find out how much of a gift repentance is in today’s episode of Foundation Stones!
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The confession of our faith from our mouths is paramount to our walk with God. Learn why God has us speak our faith out loud and why He has placed the power of life and death in our tongue.
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Sometimes we talk about the Blood of Jesus in our Christian language without really knowing what it represents or why it's important. This week in Foundation Stones we discuss the Biblical foundation for what the Blood of Jesus represents and how we live under its beauty everyday!
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Is the cross more than a beautiful piece of jewelry or a stunning piece of art for your wall? We believe so! Find out what the cross of Jesus Christ represents and how it impacts your life today!
Have you ever wondered why your Bible is split into two sections called the Old Testament and the New Testament? What is a testament, what is a covenant, and what is a promise? In today’s episode, we will explore God‘s word for the understanding of God’s covenants and how they relates to our walk with Christ Jesus today!
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What does salvation mean? How do we know we have been saved? Join us for a study on the biblical understanding of salvation in today’s “Foundation Stones” Podcast.
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Why is Refuge City Church named what it is? Get the history and heart beat behind RCC - it’s a story that will inspire! This is a great place to start for our inaugural episode of “Foundation Stones.”
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