On this episode of the In the Room podcast, the hosts Josh, Reed, and Jacob go over Pastor Steve (Stevie) Smothermon Jr.'s sermon, where he shares a message on the difference between condemnation and conviction and the Holy Spirit’s role in warning, correcting, redirecting, and protecting believers. The group reflects on key takeaways, including that whatever has your attention has your direction, using driving and a flashlight illustration to show why you can’t focus on two things at once and how multitasking can pull you off the path. They discuss how focus shapes choices, how conviction points toward Jesus while condemnation leads to shame, and how God’s consistency and grace invite people back like the prodigal son.

In this message from the Church on the Move Roswell, Pastor Steve Smothermon Jr. explains a lesser-discussed ministry of the Holy Spirit: conviction, and contrasts it with condemnation. Using John 16:8–11, Romans 2:4, and Romans 8:1, he teaches that condemnation produces guilt, shame, and isolation, while conviction is God’s loving “flashlight” and “rumble strip” that exposes sin to save and protect, points believers toward Jesus, and illuminates the path of righteousness. He emphasizes that God’s kindness leads to repentance, that Satan—not believers—has been judged, and that conviction invites people home rather than pushing them away. The message ends with an altar call and a prayer for salvation, recommitment, and assurance of faith.

On this episode of the In the Room Podcast, Naomi, Jonah, and Logan discuss Pastor Troy’s message in a series about being a blessing to others, emphasizing that God’s yoke is easy and His burden is light because He carries our burdens with community. The group reflects on Genesis 12 and Abraham’s call to be a blessing for future generations, then explores stewardship through personal examples: leading youth ministry, being intentional at work, managing finances, and valuing “behind-the-scenes” administrative gifts. They talk about not comparing gifts, cultivating what God has entrusted, and being faithful in small details, including health and phone use. The conversation highlights living as an example, reacting with Christlike selflessness, and how a church serves its community through God’s mission, changed lives, and outreach.

In this message from Luke 12:15–21,Pastor Darius Bishop unpacks Jesus’ parable of the rich fool and asks, “When will more be enough?” Warning against all kinds of greed, he notes that greed thrives when generosity doesn’t and reminds listeners that we are stewards of everything and owners of nothing. He argues that more possessions often create more problems and false security, while more of Jesus brings joy and prepares us for eternity. Using examples like King Solomon’s words in Ecclesiastes 5:10, the impossibility of taking anything with us after death, and Judas trading Jesus for 30 pieces of silver, he urges listeners not to miss the Blesser while pursuing blessings.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy continues the theme of being “blessed on purpose for a purpose,” urging listeners to live consistently in a way that pleases God through faith and daily obedience. He teaches that God blesses people so His rescue plan can reach others, highlighting Genesis 12:1–3, Galatians 3:8, and Deuteronomy 4:6–9 to show God’s long-standing plan to bless families and nations through His people. He encourages believers to use their gifts, leadership, encouragement, time, and resources for others without comparison, envy, or jealousy, and to intentionally “take the lid off” their lives by giving more. He shares the church’s outreach to Mexico, the Middle East, and a desire to impact nearby Native nations.

In this episode of In The Room, Pastor Shawn, Pastor Billy, and Jean discuss Pastor Troys message “Blessed on Purpose for a Purpose,” emphasizing that prosperity can test believers more than adversity and that blessings are meant to flow through us to honor God and serve others. They reference Matthew 6:33 and examples from Genesis 12:2 about Abraham being blessed to bless others, along with Noah’s obedience and gifting to build as a means of saving humanity. The conversation highlights focus, gratitude, stewardship, prayer, and staying grounded through the Word, worship, church commitment, and disciplined consistency in a compromised world. Gene shares using unexpected finances to help someone else, and Pastor Billy shares how giving to those in need preceded receiving a truck. The episode closes with Pastor Billy urging viewers to choose Jesus and praying for salvation.

In this message Pastor Troy Smothermon urges us to follow the Bible’s way of handling offense by pursuing reconciliation, expressing expectations, and forgiving even without an apology. Drawing from James 5 he teaches that those who need healing should actively seek prayer and that faith is often built through persistent pursuit—asking, seeking, and knocking without quitting—illustrated by biblical examples like the woman with the issue of blood, blind Bartimaeus, and the persistent widow. The sermon then explains redemption as Jesus paying the price for sin and reconciliation as Jesus making peace and restoring relationship with God, giving believers the ministry and word of reconciliation. Using the prodigal son story, it emphasizes repentance, God’s welcoming mercy, and the call to forgive others, intercede for them, and live as witnesses.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy Smothermon teaches that believers are “blessed on purpose for a purpose,” using Anne Wilson’s refusal to compromise her faith in the music industry as an example. He explains from Genesis 12:2 that God blesses people so they can be a blessing to others, encouraging listeners to enjoy God’s provision without letting it stop with them, like a river rather than a reservoir. Citing Ecclesiastes 5:19, Psalm 67:1–2, Proverbs 3:9–10, Psalm 84:11, and Matthew 6:33, he urges honoring God first, living uprightly, and advancing God’s kingdom with time, effort, and finances. He contrasts selfish prosperity with eternal accountability and highlights Noah, Joseph, and Daniel as models of faith under pressure, emphasizing humility and surrender to Jesus for forgiveness, freedom from sin and shame, and eternal life.

Pastor Tim hosts Pastor Marco and Pastor Brett on the In the Room podcast to discuss Pastor Troy’s message in the “Why Jesus Loves the Church” series, focusing on “the church on fire” and finding purpose through surrender to Jesus, who breaks chains of addiction, depression, and negativity. They talk about staying kingdom-minded in every season of life, including retirement, leaving a legacy, and helping the next generation discover their value in God. Using Psalm 67:1–2, they emphasize God’s blessing so His ways are known on earth, and share practical ways to keep spiritual fire burning: reading Scripture, prayer, church involvement, serving, worship as a lifestyle, and avoiding harmful “people, places, and playthings.” They share stories of transformation through prison ministry and other testimonies, encourage stepping out of comfort zones, and end with a salvation invitation, prayer, and a call to get connected.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy Smothermon teaches from 2 Corinthians 5:18–21 on the ministry of reconciliation, emphasizing that every believer is a royal priest and ambassador for Christ. He explains how the Old Testament priesthood pointed forward to the Messiah, while Christians look back to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection as God’s intentional answer to humanity’s need, with Christ becoming a curse on the cross and paying for sin once and for all. He defines redemption as being bought back by the precious blood of Jesus (1 Peter 1:18–19), bringing forgiveness, restoration, adoption, and freedom from sin and shame. The church is urged to participate—not spectate—through prayer, intercession, repentance, and bold witness, and the message ends with an invitation to surrender to Jesus in prayer.