Faithelement Conversations

Who Gets Blessed? For the session to be discussed on February 1, 2026 Matthew 5:1-12 David Cassady David Adams Daniel Glaze In this episode, we focus on Matthew 5:1-12 and explore the meaning of being ‘blessed.’ We discuss how the Beatitudes challenge common perceptions of blessings, emphasizing that God’s favor often rests on those society […]

No Bait and Switch For the session to be discussed on January 25, 2026 Matthew 4:12-23 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman Jaye Peabody Smith David Adams This episode explores Matthew 4:12-23, focusing on Jesus’ call to the first disciples. We discuss how following Jesus means using our existing skills and being our authentic selves. Sharing personal […]

Wherefore art thou, Sosthenes? For the session to be discussed on January 18, 2026 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman Jaye Peabody Smith David Adams In this episode, we discuss reflections on 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, sharing personal experiences of God’s care in our lives. We emphasize the importance of acknowledging and expressing gratitude for […]

Wading In For the session to be discussed on January 11, 2026 Matthew 3:13-17 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman Jaye Peabody Smith David Adams In this episode we discuss the significance of Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. We share personal stories of waiting in lines and reflect on how Jesus stood with sinners, highlighting the need […]

Afterimages For the session to be discussed on January 4, 2026 Hebrews 1:1-4 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman Jaye Peabody Smith David Adams In this episode, we discuss Hebrews 1:1-4 and the concept of afterimages during the Epiphany season. We reflect on keeping the light of Christ alive throughout the year, combating societal nihilism, and using […]

Horrors of the Holy For the session to be discussed on December 28, 2025 Matthew 2:13-23 Daniel Glaze Nikki Hardeman David Adams Bert Montgomery We discuss Matthew 2:13-23, focusing on the ‘Horrors of the Holy’ and its timely relevance. We explore how this post-Christmas narrative portrays Jesus as a refugee and challenges us to reflect […]

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 […]