Ever heard of the phrase sotto voce? It literally means "under the voice". In music, literature, and stage, it is meant to accentuate something by making it much quieter. An example is Mozart's Requiem: Lacrimosa. where the dynamic expansions are quite dramatic to fit the lyrics.

For the disciple, we are meant to use our voice - and with the integrity of a life of humility and repentance - draw attention to the beauty of re-creaction that God is doing in our lives.

Listen in on this lively podcast on resetting our voice!

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In 1978, United Airlines Flight 173 was completing its flight and landing in Portland, OR. When the landing gear was lowered the crew heard a very loud "thunk" and the plane began to noticeably yaw. The captain feared improper landing gear engagement and ordered termination of intended landing to circle back and come up with another plan. Unfortunately, the crew did not check fuel status and the plane ran out of fuel, stalling, crashing, and killing 11 people.

The lesson? Pay attention to a safe landing, but mitigate problems associated with that by NOT forgetting what's keeping you in the air in the first place. Landing is important. Fuel is MORE important. Similarly, we need to keep proper focus in our lives. Nate is preaching on the subject of RESET, taking things back to the MORE important instead of inappropriate attention to the merely important. Keep your eyes on this series ... and fly safe!

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The stats are staggering: 48.5 million (16.7%) Americans (aged 12 and older) battled a substance use disorder in the past year. 20.4 million American adults (7.9%) suffered from both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder, or co-occurring disorders in the past year. The total cost to Americans in lost wages and means of coping and adjusting is a staggering $740 billion (that's with a B!) ... with some saying that's too conservative! This says nothing of the exponential cost we pay daily in emotion, mental, and spiritual capital. What's the answer?

The Gospel, of course. Only Jesus says to humanity: "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." (Jn 8:36). But freedom doesn't come at bargain prices. It will cost your pride, your thinking, your assumptions ... and for Jesus it cost him his life. But freedom can be found! Listen to this lively podcast with Barry Anderson, Nate Marsh, Sean Lee and Adam Pruitt!

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Known for his strength and cunning, the Israelite Judge, Samson, was an unstoppable nemesis to the Philistines. But he was far more than a mindless brawler, he was quick with a riddle and able to cleverly outsmart his opponents with - say - 150 pairs of foxes with torches tied to their tails. (Who thinks of such things - and where did he find 300 foxes?!)

About the only thing larger than life than his strength and undefeatable battle instincts was his inability to say "no" to temptation and his larger-than-life ego. Eventually, that would be his downfall. He would figuratively - and literally - lose sight of the most important prize.

But the Bible says "God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable" (Rom. 11:29), showing that - while it's better to repent early and often - one can still make their mark in the end.

Listen-in to this fascinating talk about the Man of Muscle, himself: Samson!

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Join Pastors Nate and Sean as they unpack the bold and blazing story of Elijah — the prophet who called down fire, stood up to kings, and still had some very human doubts. Each episode, we dive into Pastor Nate’s latest sermon, pull out some practical takeaways, and share what’s coming up at church. It's biblical wisdom, a few laughs, and your weekly dose of encouragement — all in one place.

In this episode of Church for Normies, Pastors Nate and Sean dive into the powerful and redemptive story of Ruth — a tale of loyalty, faith, and unexpected grace. Join us as we unpack how this ancient love story still speaks to our modern lives, offering hope, purpose, and a reminder that God is always working behind the scenes. Whether you're a Bible veteran or just curious, this episode is full of insight, laughter, and real talk you won’t want to miss!

In this episode of Church for Normies, Sean and Nate dive into the incredible story of Esther—a hero whose courage and faith saved a nation. Together, we unpack what makes her story so powerful and explore how her boldness, wisdom, and trust in God can inspire us today. Whether you're new to church or just curious about real-life faith, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to step into your own moments of bravery.

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Nate dives into the life of David—not just the giant-slayer, but the shepherd, warrior, worshipper, and flawed king with a heart after God. From battlefield bravery to backroom blunders, the Book of David shows us that God uses imperfect people to fulfill His perfect plans. There are plenty of "did that really happen?" moments as we uncover what makes David's story so relatable and powerful today. Sean is out so Nate and Adam keep the ball rolling for the Normal everyday Christian.

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Moses had Aaron and Miriam. Batman had Robin. The Lone Ranger had Tonto. And Nate? He has Adam and Sean! Well, the boss is out - and Alan couldn't make it, so it's up to Adam and Sean and run the podcast! Join us as we discover the very "norminess" of the next hero to discover: Moses, the Deliverer of Israel! Miraculously and strangely delivered from the maw of death in the waters of the Nile, Moses was born a slave, but because a prince - only to set it all aside for the sake of serving Christ. Listen-in as Adam and Sean talk about this third Hero of the Bible!

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ep 30: Heroes: Joseph. William Barclay wrote: "Endurance is not just the ability to bear a hard thing, but to turn it into glory." All things being equal, it's a noble sentiment - still hard - but a noble one. But things are rarely equal. Consider: turning down the second donut is not the same thing as enduring the pressure of incurring disfavor from management because you refuse to stretch the truth on a report. This week, Nate, Sean, and Adam sit down to discuss the third "hero" of the faith in Nate's summer series, "Heroes", by taking a look at Joseph. Some might say that his efforts were super-human, but really it came down to simple - but conseqential - choices. It's worth prioritizing time to listen to it, if you missed it. Then come back and listen to the Normies talk about it.

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