Beyond Sundays

Hard Questions: Week 2 | Why Do People Suffer? 

God’s love is greater than this fallen world (Romans 8:28). From the beginning of creation, God has demonstrated His love to us by giving us choice. For love to exist, choice is necessary. And because choice exists – the choice to embrace or reject Him – suffering, pain, and injustice exist as well. Sin has marred all of creation, brought physical and spiritual death, and produced every kind of relational strife and hardship. God’s promise to us is not that He will remove all suffering and pain from our lives. His promise to His followers is that He will be present with us, pouring out Jesus’ victorious love and peace in the midst of our difficulties (John 16:33). Jesus came for us as the answer to a fallen world and desires to be in us, working and moving through us to represent His heart to those experiencing difficulty (Philippians 3:10).
 

Follow along with our sermon series, Hard Questions, by subscribing to our YouTube Channel (click here) or searching @beltwayparkchurch, and find our sermon playlist: Hard Questions.

For more information or more resources, please visit https://beltway.org. For counselor recommendations in the Abilene area, please email us at [email protected] or [email protected].

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Co-Host: Geoffrey Turner (@geoffreyturner Instagram)

Co-Host: Jake Mills (@passajake Instagram)

Hard Questions: Week 1 | Is Jesus really the only way to God (Mark 4:14-20)?
 

Recent studies reveal that up to 70% of those who claim to be Christians don’t believe Jesus is the only way to God. But Jesus makes it clear, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me (John 14:6).” That truth is reiterated by Peter (and the early church) when he emphasizes that there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. This truth raises questions and doubts for many, and it is often challenged and rejected. Thankfully, there are answers to these questions and doubts, and all are invited to choose Jesus and experience the life and joy of following Him.
 

Follow along with our sermon series, Hard Questions, by subscribing to our YouTube Channel (click here) or searching @beltwayparkchurch, and find our sermon playlist: Hard Questions. 

For more information or more resources, please visit https://beltway.org

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Co-Host: Geoffrey Turner (@geoffreyturner Instagram)

Today, we sit down with Jake & Erin Mills to discuss their recent journey of adopting three children into their family. As they discuss this story and calling, Jake and Erin share their conviction of the verse James 1:27. Every believer has a responsibility and an opportunity to be part of the lives of the orphan. For many it is to take them into your home either through foster care or adoption, but for others, it means being part of the lives of the families or individuals who have taken the orphan into their home. At the end of the day, we cannot overlook the fact that adoption is rooted in the Gospel. There is a biblical call and mandate for all believers to make a difference in the lives of the orphan. 
 

For more information about our Foster Care and Adoption Ministry or how to get involved in the lives of these children, please visit beltway.org/foster. 
 

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram) 

Guest: Jake Mills (@passajake Instagram) 

Guest: Erin Mills (@lerinmills Instagram)

Today, I sit down with Henry Zelaya at Mission Lazarus located in San Marcos de Colon, Choluteca, Honduras. Henry tells us some of his life and journey with Jesus, while also discussing the purpose and implementation of Mission Lazarus. Through this discussion, I hope you hear the truth that “the kingdom of God expands the most through practically loving people.” May this episode challenge and inspire you in finding ways to go into your community, build relationships, share Jesus, and help change eternity. 

For more information about the organization Mission Lazarus, visit https://www.missionlazarus.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. 

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Today, I sit down with Javier Acuña, the Missions and Outreach Pastor at El Centro Iglesia in San Jose, Costa Rica. Javier shares how the Lord is working through the ministries and mission of El Centro Iglesia, but he also takes us on the journey of how God called him out of darkness and into light. From being a professional racecar driver, to surrendering his life to Jesus, to receiving a prophetic word, and into pastoring and missions, Javier tells us of the ups and downs, but also the provision and faithfulness of God moving in his life and in his heart. Javier's story of following Jesus and loving others with eternal purpose will inspire and move your heart to identify the ways you can more fully live in light of eternity.  

If you want to take your next steps towards missional living, visit beltway.org/missions. For more info on El Centro Iglesia in San Jose, Costa Rica, visit iglesiaelcentro.com or follow them on Instagram.

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Guest: Javier Acuña (@pastoracuna Instagram)

In this part 2 episode, I sit down with Tommy Hood in the jungle of Talamanca, Costa Rica. We literally recorded the podcast in the middle of the jungle :) Tommy discusses the ways God has moved in his life, how God called and led him into a life of missions, and the importance of missional living for every believer. The Great Commission is not optional; it’s a command and an expectation. As we walk in obedience to missional living, we unlock a life of joy, power, and opportunities for the Kingdom of God to be revealed in all that we do.

If you want to take your next steps towards missional living, visit beltway.org/missions. To find more information about Prepare International, visit prepareinternational.org or follow them on Instagram. For more info on El Centro Iglesia in San Jose, Costa Rica, visit iglesiaelcentro.com or follow them on Instagram.

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Guest: Tommy Hood (@tommyhood12 Instagram)

In this part 1 episode, I sit down with Tommy Hood in the jungle of Talamanca, Costa Rica. We literally recorded the podcast in the middle of the jungle :) Tommy discusses the ways God has moved in his life, how God called and led him into a life of missions, and the importance of missional living for every believer. The Great Commission is not optional; it’s a command and an expectation. As we walk in obedience to missional living, we unlock a life of joy, power, and opportunities for the Kingdom of God to be revealed in all that we do.

If you want to take your next steps towards missional living, visit beltway.org/missions. To find more information about Prepare International, visit prepareinternational.org or follow them on Instagram. For more info on El Centro Iglesia in San Jose, Costa Rica, visit iglesiaelcentro.com or follow them on Instagram.

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Guest: Tommy Hood (@tommyhood12 Instagram)

Today's episode is part 2 of our discussion with Teagie McBeth about the millennial generation in regards to leadership roles with the church and the community. Our millennial generation is often waiting for their turn, but the truth is our turn is now. The church and the community needs the millennial generation to partner in leadership and service as we continue moving forward into all that God has for the seasons ahead. We discuss all angles regarding the young adults of today, what holds many of them back, and what God (and even older generations) are inviting us into.

If you are a young adult/millennial looking for community and connection, please visit beltway.org/youngadults.

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Co-Host: Josh Fenoglio (@joshfenogs Instagram)

Guest: Teagie McBeth (@teagiemariemcbeth Instagram)

In today’s episode, part 1, we sit down with Teagie McBeth to discuss the millennial generation in regards to leadership roles with the church and the community. Our millennial generation is often waiting for their turn, but the truth is our turn is now. The church and the community needs the millennial generation to partner in leadership and service as we continue moving forward into all that God has for the seasons ahead. We discuss all angles regarding the young adults of today, what holds many of them back, and what God (and even older generations) are inviting us into. 

If you are a young adult/millennial looking for community and connection, please visit beltway.org/youngadults. 

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram) 

Co-Host: Josh Fenoglio (@joshfenogs Instagram) 

Guest: Teagie McBeth (@teagiemariemcbeth Instagram)

In today’s episode, part 2, we sit down with Paul & Tai Ann McClendon to hear their journey and to discuss generosity, open-handed living, God’s provision, our obedience, and ridding ourselves of the spirit of lack. There is abundance of joy to be found in our generosity. Sometimes joy comes through the very act of being generous; sometimes it comes from walking in obedience and knowing we heard God. As we learn to rid ourselves of the spirit of lack, trust the provision of God, and walk in unity we are positioned to live open-handed with all of the resources God has blessed us with.

Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram)

Guest: Paul & Tai Ann McClendon (@taiannmcclendon Instagram; www.taiann.tv)