Jon David Schwartz has spent time with us before reflecting on the issues facing teenagers today, and here he shares his philosophy of youth ministry and how that impacts his work at Graymere. He also gives us some insight into what parents can do to help their children get ready for Graymere Student Ministry.

The Bible begins with God’s creation, and that serves as a reminder that He is the ultimate Creator. When we use our creativity, we are honoring the God who designed us in His image. Brad Blackman is an artist and member at Graymere, and he joins us to share his own life experience as an artist and what that has taught him about his faith in our Creator.

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While this might not be a subject you have thought about often, scripture does give us some insights into the spiritual realm. Isaac Bourne, who preaches for the Chapel Hill Church of Christ, has done extensive research into what the Bible says about demons. He shares some of that research with us and we reflect on what that can teach us as Christians.

Relevant Links: https://www.chapelhillcoc.com

This recording of one of our Kingdom Focus Wednesdays features an interview with Drew Kizer. Drew preaches for the Ashville Road Church of Christ in Leeds, Alabama, and he recently wrote the book Sufficient Grace: A Christian Perspective on Chronic Illness. He shares his perspective on his own battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Relevant Links: https://www.riddlecreekpublishing.com/drewkizer; https://www.arcoc.com

Demetrius Nelson has years of experience serving in ministry as well as working with a funeral home. He preaches for the Carmack Boulevard Church of Christ in Columbia, TN. He draws on his experiences to share some important principles to remember when we are grieving.

Relevant Links: http://www.carmackchurch.org

Chuck Morris preaches for the Spring Meadows Church of Christ, and he has experience in youth ministry, education, and coaching. As he reflects on what those experiences have taught him about young people, he shares insights into how we can encourage teens in their spiritual growth.

Relevant Links: https:/smcoc.net

Travis Hartle preaches for the Millview Church of Christ, and he also has a website dedicated to helping parents learn more about movies, TV shows, and books before they allow their children access to them. He talks about what reviewing these works has taught him and what we need to be aware of as we seek to guide our children.

Relevant Links: withtravis.com

Robert is a Graymere member who works as an audio engineer in the music and TV industries. He gives us some insights into what it is like to share his faith and try to serve God in a place where that is not always popular.

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Chris gives us the latest from Tennessee Children’s Home, as well as the history behind that work. He also shares what he has learned in his work there.

Relevant Links: https://www.tennesseechildrenshome.org

Nick shares his perspective as a missionary in Brazil, and how what he learned there informs his perspective on ministry in America. We think through some of the ways our American culture can provide challenges in our discipleship.

Relevant Links: https://millcreekchurchofchrist.com