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In this episode, we take a closer look at the difference between spiritual gifts & natural talents. Are they the same thing or something altogether different?

Paul was clear in his writing that the effectiveness of the Church was dependent on the working of the Holy Spirit and the necessity of each disciple doing their part. Spiritual gifts are something every believer is given through grace by the working of the Holy Spirit in our lives at the moment of our salvation.

Different churches will participate in Communion or the Lord's Supper in different ways...but at its core...the message is the same and it is clear. When we eat the bread and drink the cup we are reminded of Jesus' willing sacrifice - his broken body and his spilt blood.

In this episode, guest Bethany Gates joins us as we discuss the role of women in the church.

Whenever the Bible talks about headship and authority there is a strong possibility for negative feelings to emerge. Often times, however, those feelings come from our human lenses about headship and not from what God actually has to say.

One of the fundamental truths of the Christian life is that if you follow Jesus - then you are not what you once were. Plain and simple. You are new...you are different. The grace of God that comes through the person of Jesus Christ has moved us from who we were to who we are now. From broken and dead to redeemed and beloved. That truth is a big deal...and it flows freely from the Easter story.

In this episode, Phillip Close joins us as we talk about idolatry.

As Paul continues his letter to the Corinthian church, he shifts to a history lesson - reminding the church of the Israelites and their continual struggle of being bogged down by idols. Paul implores the church to stand firm in the face of temptation and idolatry rather than getting sucked in.

In chapter 9, Paul continues with addressing our rights by giving insight into a personal sacrifice that he is making in his own life in order that nothing gets in the way of people knowing Jesus. While the rights that we have are precious they are not what is most important. As disciples of Jesus, we might be asked to forfeit our own rights so that others can be saved.

In today’s episode, Pastor Matt explains further the difference between following our conscience and following our heart.