When Love Talks For the session to be discussed on December 21, 2025 Matthew 1:18–25 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman David Adams Bert Montgomery We discuss Matthew 1:18-25, focusing on the often overlooked but vital role of Joseph in the Christmas story. Through personal anecdotes of tough decisions, we draw parallels to Joseph’s dilemma and his […]

Despair, Interrupted For the session to be discussed on December 14, 2025 Isaiah 35:1-10 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Jaye Peabody Smith Bert Montgomery Daniel Glaze In this episode for the third Sunday in Advent, we focus on Isaiah 35:1-10, exploring the importance of practicing hope and joy, and the role of our actions […]

Locusts, Honey, and Hard Truths For the session to be discussed on December 7, 2025 Matthew 3:1-12 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Jaye Peabody Smith Bert Montgomery Daniel Glaze In this episode for the second Sunday in Advent, we discuss Matthew 3:1-12, focusing on John the Baptist’s call for repentance and justice. We delve […]

Hope on the Mountain For the session to be discussed on November 30, 2025 Isaiah 2:1-5 David Cassady David Adams Bert Montgomery Daniel Glaze We discuss Isaiah 2:1-5 as the text for the first Sunday in Advent, emphasizing hope and preparation for Christ’s coming. We reflect on the in-breaking presence of God, and urge embracing […]

Branch Management For the session to be discussed on November 23, 2025 Jeremiah 23:1-6 David Cassady David Adams Bert Montgomery Daniel Glaze In this episode, we discuss Jeremiah 23:1-6, focusing on leadership qualities. We explore bad bosses in pop culture and real life, highlighting God’s role as a wise, shepherding leader—one who gathers, cares for, […]

Dream It and Be It! For the session to be discussed on November 16, 2025 Isaiah 65:17-25 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Jay Peabody Smith Daniel Glaze Bert Montgomery In this episode, we discuss Isaiah 65:17-25, focusing on envisioning a hopeful future even in challenging times. We share personal stories about our ‘happy places’ […]

Stand By Me For the session to be discussed on November 9, 2025 Job 19:23-27a David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Jay Peabody Smith Daniel Glaze Bert Montgomery In this episode, we discuss Job 19:23-27. The team reflects on personal cheerleaders and supporting each other during struggles. Emphasizing the importance of having advocates and how […]

You’re Out of Your Tree For the session to be discussed on November 2, 2025 Luke 19:1-10 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Daniel Glaze Bert Montgomery We discuss Luke 19:1-10 and Zacchaeus’ radical transformation and we reflects on what it means to be seen by Jesus. We explore how Jesus’ recognition leads to transformative […]

No Comparison For the session to be discussed on October 26, 2025 Luke 18:9-14 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Bert Montgomery Daniel Glaze We discuss the parable from Luke 18:9-14, focusing on the themes of humility, judgment, and trusting in God’s love. We reflect on how we can sometimes be both the self-righteous Pharisee […]

Scuffling for a Blessing For the session to be discussed on October 19, 2025 Genesis 32:22-31 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman David Adams Jaye Peabody Smith In this episode, we explore Genesis 32:22-31, focusing on Jacob’s struggle with God and the role of persistence in faith. We share personal anecdotes about persistence, discuss the significance of […]