Fixed On Jesus by Center Church of Gilbert, AZ

What does God expect us to do with everything He has entrusted to us?

In this episode of Fixed On Jesus, Rich Richardson and Mark Johnson Jr. discuss biblical stewardship and how it impacts every area of life. Stewardship is more than managing money—it includes our time, talents, children, resources, relationships, and attention.

Together they answer questions such as:

• What is biblical stewardship?

• How should Christians view money and possessions?

• Is there a place for leisure and recreation in the Christian life?

• What does faithful stewardship of children look like?

• Who deserves our attention, and how do we guard it wisely?

• How can we glorify God with the resources He has given us?

Join the conversation as Rich and Mark explore what it means to faithfully manage God's gifts and live with an eternal perspective.

Fixed On Jesus is a production of Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

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New episodes release every Wednesday on YouTube and Spotify.

For many people reading the Bible, genealogies can feel confusing, repetitive, and easy to skip. So why are they there?

In this episode of Fixed On Jesus, Rich and Mark explore the purpose and significance of genealogies in Scripture. They discuss why God preserved these family records, how they connect to His promises throughout redemptive history, and why they ultimately point us to Jesus Christ.

If you've ever wondered what those long lists of names mean or why they matter to your faith journey, this conversation will help you read them with fresh eyes and greater appreciation for God's unfolding plan of salvation.

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New episodes of Fixed On Jesus are released every Wednesday as video on Spotify and YouTube.

Rich Richardson and Mark Johnson Jr. continue the Fixed On Jesus Church History Series by exploring the 6th century—a pivotal time when Christianity continued to spread across Europe while church leaders worked to preserve biblical truth and establish lasting Christian communities.

In this episode, they discuss:

The ongoing impact of the Council of Chalcedon and its defense of the biblical doctrine of Christ

The beginnings and growth of Christian monasticism

Missionary efforts that brought the Gospel to Scotland and beyond

How monks preserved Scripture, learning, and Christian teaching during turbulent times

The continued expansion of Christianity throughout the known world

As kingdoms rose and fell, faithful believers carried the Gospel to new lands, defended sound doctrine, and laid foundations that would influence Christianity for centuries to come.

This episode builds on:

▶️ #104 — "Let's Go Back to the Beginning" (1st Century)

▶️ #112 — The 2nd Century

▶️ #118 — The 3rd Century

▶️ Church History Series Part 4 — The 4th Century

▶️ Church History Series Part 5 — The 5th Century

Join us as we continue tracing the story of Christ's church—one century at a time.

Fixed On Jesus is a production of Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

New episodes every Wednesday.

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Are you new to Christianity? Curious about Jesus but not sure where to begin? In this episode of the Fixed On Jesus Podcast, Rich and Mark welcome new believers, seekers, and anyone asking questions about the Christian faith.

They discuss some of the most common questions people have when exploring Christianity:

• What is the Gospel?

• What is sin?

• Why do I need Jesus?

• How does someone become a Christian?

• What does it mean to be saved?

• Do I need to be baptized?

• Do I have to join a church?

• What should I do after becoming a believer?

Whether you're considering following Jesus, have recently become a Christian, or simply want to understand what the Bible teaches, this conversation provides a clear and biblical introduction to the Christian faith.

Rich and Mark also explain what you can expect if you decide to worship with us at Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona, and how our church seeks to help people grow in their relationship with Christ.

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Welcome to Fixed On Jesus! A podcast by members of Center Church of Gilbert, Arizona made for the encouragement of the members of Center Church to the glory of God. As members of a local church, Rich Richardson, Mark Johnson Jr. and Heather Corbitt tackle sometimes tough subjects, questions from listeners, interview staff and other members whose stories are representative of the Good News about Jesus.

Each episode is filled with lively banter, sometimes tears, lots of laughs and good bible based teaching.

At the time of this recording, we have recorded and uploaded over 180 episodes. We started with an audio only program and added video about a year ago. With a catalog of content that large, we are confident you will find something of value here.

New episodes every Wednesday. An occasional episode is added on Fridays and our interviews are sprinkled through out the year.

You can send us feedback, questions, ideas and concerns to [email protected]

We encourage you to be a member of your local church. If you haven't found one and are looking in the East Valley area of Arizona, you are welcome to learn more about Center Church and join us for Sunday worship

https://centergilbert.com/

In the fourth and final episode of our interview series with Liz Beck, founder of Hope For Addiction, we continue the conversation about what true, Gospel-centered recovery really looks like.

Liz explains how Hope For Addiction is helping both men and women move beyond temporary sobriety by building a biblical foundation that points people to lasting hope in Jesus Christ. Rather than simply teaching practical life skills, H4A focuses on discipleship, identity in Christ, accountability, and transformation through God’s Word so people do not return to the life that once enslaved them.

We also discuss how churches can come alongside addicts and their families in meaningful, biblical ways instead of outsourcing the problem. Liz shares what Hope For Addiction offers to churches, families, and individuals seeking help, resources, and support.

In this episode of Fixed On Jesus you’ll hear about:

• The men’s and women’s homes through Hope For Addiction
• Resources and recovery tools available through H4A
• The H4A Toolkit and discipleship resources
• How churches can partner with Hope For Addiction
• The brand new Hope For Addiction podcast
• Ways listeners can support and get involved in the ministry

If addiction has impacted your family, church, or community, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and Gospel hope.

Learn more about Hope For Addiction here:

Hope For Addiction Official Website

Explore the recovery homes for Men & Women

Hope For Addiction donors welcome

Listen to the Hope For Addiction podcast, Abounding Hope

Fixed On Jesus is a production of Center Church of Gilbert, AZ

New episodes every Wednesday.

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In Part 3 of our interview with Liz Beck, we focus on the beginning of Hope For Addiction and the burden God placed on her heart through years of real-life suffering and experience.

After walking through divorce, addiction in her own family, and the near-death battle of her brother’s addiction, Liz became convinced that the current recovery systems were falling short. Even when she couldn’t fully explain what was missing, she knew people needed something deeper than behavior management and temporary sobriety.

Instead of starting with existing recovery models and adding Bible verses to them, Liz shares how the vision for Hope For Addiction began by starting with Scripture itself—asking what God’s Word says about addiction, suffering, identity, repentance, healing, discipleship, and true transformation.

This episode explores the early vision behind Hope For Addiction, the questions that shaped it, and the foundation it was built upon. In Part 4, we’ll hear what that vision has grown into today.

New episodes every Wednesday.

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In Part 2 of our interview with Liz Beck, founder of Hope For Addiction, we step into one of the most difficult and defining seasons of her life.

Liz shares what it was like raising two young children while her husband battled deep addiction—facing the chaos of infidelity, criminal behavior, and the daily uncertainty that comes with loving someone in active addiction. In the middle of it all, she clung to the only thing that didn’t change: her trust in God.

She also tells a heartbreaking story of being turned away by a church that felt her situation was “too messy.” But God wasn’t finished writing her story.

Liz shares how she found Center Church, where she was welcomed, loved, and supported—even as life continued to unravel. Through separation, divorce, and ultimately the tragic loss of her husband to an overdose, her church family remained faithful, walking with her through every step of grief and healing.

This episode is a powerful reminder of what the Church is called to be—and what it looks like to love people well in the middle of brokenness.

New episodes every Wednesday.

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In Part 1 of this powerful 4-part interview series, we sit down with Liz Beck, founder of Hope For Addiction, to hear the beginning of her story. Liz opens up about her childhood, a deep dive into her experience with Teen Challenge and how God used that season to transform her life, was working even in the darkest moments.

Before Hope For Addiction became a ministry changing lives, there was a story of brokenness, searching, and the first glimpses of redemption.

This episode is honest, raw, and filled with the reminder that no one is too far gone for the grace of God.

If you or someone you love has been impacted by addiction, this conversation will bring both truth and hope. We would also encourage you to seek help at https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/

New episodes every Wednesday.

Questions or comments? Email: [email protected]

What really matters most in the Christian faith?

In this episode, 1st Things First, the guys tackle an important and often overlooked question: Is there a proper order to biblical truths and doctrine? Not every disagreement in the church carries the same weight—but too often, they’re treated like they do.

From essential doctrines like salvation through Christ alone, to debated topics like infant baptism, to preferences as minor as the color of the sanctuary carpet, Christians can find themselves divided. So how do we determine what should unite us—and what shouldn’t divide us?

Join the conversation as the guys explore:

• What doctrines are primary and essential to the gospel
• Which issues are secondary and allow for disagreement
• Why churches sometimes split over non-essential matters
• How to hold convictions without losing unity

This episode is a helpful guide for thinking clearly about theology, unity, and what it truly means to keep “first things first” in the life of the church.

New episodes every Wednesday.

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