Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon delve into challenging questions raised by sermons from the ongoing series in Matthew 5. 

This conversation will expose common deceptions in Christian life and provide a biblical path to freedom and wholeness.

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Dive into a compelling discussion with Pastor Neil McClendon on "Circling Back" as he tackles powerful questions from his sermons on the book of Matthew. 

Explore why our impatience can "give birth to an Ishmael," leading to long-term consequences. Discover the "reckless, raging fury" of God's love and how it should compel, not just comfort, us. Learn to break free from the power people hold over you by answering critical questions about fear and faith. 

This episode offers a challenging and transformative look at experiencing God's love, the purpose of "desert" seasons, and how to live a life of true freedom.

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Welcome to another episode of Circling Back with Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle! In this installment, we wrap up our seven-sermon series on the Old Testament book of Jonah, exploring profound questions from the concluding messages. 

We're tackling challenging topics like our "Nineveh lists" – those people we give ourselves permission to hate  – and how the Gospel transforms our response to them. We also dive into the power of repentance for parents, understanding our emotions, God's unmerited mercy, and what "much cattle" reveals about God's nature.

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Welcome back to another episode of Circling Back! In this special installment, Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle address a critical and often-debated topic: the roles of women at Grand Parkway Baptist Church. We're diving deep into the biblical basis for our position, seeking to provide clear explanations and practical applications for our church family.

This episode unpacks questions like: Can women teach in mixed-gender church settings? What's the basis for our stance? And how do we navigate these discussions biblically and thoughtfully? 

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In this episode, we're diving deep into the powerful lessons from the book of Jonah, exploring challenging questions from Neil's recent sermon series. 

Have you ever felt like you're running from God, even as a believer? Or wondered why life seems to get harder when you're disobedient? We're tackling these tough topics head-on, seeking to provide extra explanation and application to help you in your walk with God. 

Join us for thoughtful discussions that apply biblical truths to everyday life.

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Dive deeper into Pastor Neil McClendon's recent sermons on the Circling Back podcast. 

Explore why we manage emptiness, how to truly see others, the power of unspoken thoughts, and the freedom found in Christ's righteousness (Good Friday). Plus, gain insights on becoming a helpful parent, the impact of confession, and experiencing the fullness of God's Kingdom (Easter). 

Join us for thoughtful discussions that apply biblical truths to everyday life.

Circling Back is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church

This episode dives into 5 statements made in a sermon on Acts 28 and a recent men's event. 

Listen to hear Neil explain these directives:

1. Prefer perspective over pity.
2. Go through something hard, and don’t write a book about it.
3. Understand the 4 R’s.
4. Pursue intimacy, not just intensity.
5. Have one God, one person, and one career.

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In this episode, we cover questions from sermons in January and February of 2025. Neil explains the new nature vs. sin nature and what remains of sin in us. You will hear the critical role boundaries play in reclaiming peace in your home. We discuss the five things we avoid most and how to reclaim the power these have over us. Listen to understand why we calibrate to bad news and how to escape this mindset. 

In this episode, Neil addresses questions from sermons in December 2024. You will hear about the dangers of relating to God as a bad father. We cover questions about how tuned in kids are to their parents and the Zoe life. Listen to understand how to live a life you are proud of and be the most authentic version of yourself. 

In this episode, Neil addresses the deception of the four primary heart idols and how to escape them. You will hear about the smallness of our will and how Jesus saves you from Jesus. Listen to understand why our culture is allergic to criticism and you can be giddy over the final judgment.