A Different Door

As our Scandal of the Kindom series nears its end, this episode explores the powerful parable of the sheep and the goats from Matthew 25. The conversation challenges what we think matters most to God, revealing a faith lived not through belief alone, but through compassion for “the least of these”—where we may encounter Christ more often than we realize.

This week on A Different Door Podcast, we explore the parable of the laborers in the vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16). At first glance, the story feels unfair—workers who labored all day receive the same pay as those who worked only an hour. But through the conversation, we discover that the kingdom of God doesn’t operate by our standards of fairness. Instead, it reveals the radical generosity of God’s grace—an invitation extended to everyone, no matter when they arrive. Together we wrestle with what it means to celebrate that generosity and live it out in our own lives.

Continuing the Lenten series The Scandal of the Kindom, this episode explores Jesus’ Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. The conversation digs into the staggering scale of God’s grace, the challenge of extending forgiveness to others, and why radical mercy can feel so counterintuitive in our world.

In this special Lenten episode of "The Scandal of the Kindom", Christopher is joined by a very special guest—his 10-year-old son, Benjamin—for a thoughtful and funny conversation about the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23). Through the eyes of a child, they explore what Lent really means—comparing it to dryer lint, talking about giving things up (or adding meaningful practices), and reflecting on what helps our hearts become “good soil.” With insights on prayer, distractions, kindness, and the world’s need for more peace, this episode offers a fresh, honest, and joy-filled perspective on preparing our hearts for Easter.

In this episode, we welcome Amber Baker, Minister of Seekers and Skeptics, as we begin our Lent series, Scandal of the Kindom. Reflecting on Luke 12:13–24, we explore Jesus’ parable of the rich fool, the difference between wise stewardship and fear-driven hoarding, and what it means to live in God’s economy of mutual care. 

In our final week of the Whole Mind, Body, and Spirit series, the conversation explores Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones and what it means for our spiritual lives today. Through stories of loss, healing, and renewal, this episode reflects on how God’s Spirit brings hope and new life to places that feel dry, broken, or beyond repair.

In week 2 of our Whole Mind, Body, Spirit series, the conversation explores Paul’s image of the body of Christ in 1 Corinthians 12, reminding us that every person has value and a vital role to play. Using football analogies, real-world examples, and a children’s story, we challenge you to honor one another’s dignity, reject divisions that rank human worth, and live as one body rooted in love, belonging, and mutual care.

In this episode of A Different Door, we begin a new series, Whole, focusing first on the renewal of the mind. Through conversation on Romans 12 and Psalm 143, we explore how fear and anxiety shape our thinking and how faith calls us not to easy answers, but to trust, compassion, and God’s steady presence when understanding runs out.

In this episode, we reflect on Jesus’ miracle of the loaves and fishes from the Gospel of John and what it reveals about spiritual abundance. Joined by special guest, Jim Hecht, the conversation explores the difference between simply receiving and truly feasting on God’s blessings—and how an open heart leads to a life of generosity and grace.

In this episode, we continue our “Letting Blessings Flow” series by welcoming longtime Grace Avenue member Kenneth Wolverton. They talk about his life, family, and decades of involvement with the church, then dive into Matthew 3:13–17 (the baptism of Jesus) to explore how God’s blessings shape our lives and callings. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on the meaning of baptism, spiritual vocation, and living out faith in everyday life.