First Things First with Grant Todd

Are we just protecting our freedoms, or are we living with purpose? This Halloween, we’re exploring how freedom in Christ is about more than just “what we’re allowed to do.” It's about a life that serves God’s purpose, not just our preferences.

In this episode, we dive into 1 Corinthians 8 to unpack what it means to choose purpose over permission. Paul challenges us to think deeper: instead of asking, “Is this allowed?” let’s ask, “Is this building others up?” We’ll talk about how our choices—what we protect, represent, and pursue—can either point others to Christ or cause them to stumble. 

📖 “But take care that this right of yours does not somehow become a stumbling block to the weak." —1 Corinthians 8:9

We pray this episode encourages you.

With love,

Grant and Taylor

What does it mean to be saved?

Do you know what it means to be and live saved? God wants you to know and I’m excited to help. 

It's not just about avoiding sin. To be saved (redemption) is at the very heart of what it means to be a Christian.

In this episode, we dive into Psalm 107 and explore the doctrine of redemption. We unpack how God, in His incredible love, didn’t just offer us forgiveness—He paid our debt in full through Jesus Christ. From Colossians to Ephesians, we’re taking a deep look at the process, price, and promise of redemption and how it shapes every aspect of our walk with God.

📖 "Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble." Psalm 107:2

When we understand the centrality of redemption in our lives, it changes everything—how we see ourselves, how we approach our struggles, and how we worship. We hope this episode encourages you to embrace the fullness of God’s redemption and live with the joy of a debt paid in full.

With love,
Grant and Taylor

Defining Good God’s Way

Have you ever wondered if we can truly have faith in God's word if our lives aren't shaped by it?

In our last episode, we explored what it means to walk to Jesus. Now, let's dive into walking with Jesus daily. We're sharing four powerful ways to reform every area of your life based on God's word.

📖 "And the king stood by the pillar and made a covenant before the Lord, to walk after the Lord and to keep his commandments and his testimonies and his statutes with all his heart and all his soul, to perform the words of this covenant that were written in this book. And all the people joined in the covenant." 2 Kings 23:3

We hope this two-part series sparks a revival in your life that leads to true reformation.

Love you guys,

Grant and Taylor

How do I hear God's voice? How do I know it's God's voice and not mine? How long do I wait for God's response? In this episode, we want to make it really clear how to hear God's voice!

We pray this episode encourages you! Love you guys. 

In this episode, we dive into Mark chapter 6, where Jesus returns to his hometown of Nazareth and faces rejection.

It’s been said that when the student is ready, the teacher presents himself. If you’re ready, allow me to present the teacher who has trained top-level athletes like Drew Brees, Darren Sproles, and Ladainian Tomlinson. 

Todd Durkin helps us understand the tether between physical and spiritual fitness. People often want to emphasize one or the other, but the fact is the two are inseparable. The word says our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, that we are not our own, but we have been bought at a very high price. Todd Durkin helps unpack what it looks like to have disciplines that transform both our physical and spiritual lives. 

“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

I sat down with my friend and fellow pastor, Chase Eurich, and we explored the journey of uncovering God's plan for your life. From navigating the waiting period between revelation and realization to the essential role of seeking wise counsel in pivotal moments, we're here to share practical insights to prepare you for what lies ahead. Most importantly, we want to encourage you that there is joy in the journey with God. You better get ready! 

Today, we're covering the topic of Jesus' authority.

Specifically, what kind of authority He has and how it changes our lives. We look at Mark 1, when Jesus began teaching in the synagogue. 

"And they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath he entered the synagogue and was teaching. And they were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and not as the scribes." ‭‭Mark‬ ‭1‬:‭21‬-‭22‬ ‭ESV‬‬

We pray this episode encourages you and strengthens your faith, knowing that when we surrender to the authority of Jesus in our lives, we surrender our circumstances to the one who can change them.

Love you guys

Grant and Taylor