Kindred Church Podcast

Life is busy—between work, family responsibilities, and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to feel like we’re just trying to survive. And in that whirlwind, if we’re not careful, we can wind up neglecting our relationship with our romantic partner or with our other loved ones. So in today’s sermon, we’ll consider how we can intentionally invest in our relationships in ways that both enrich our lives and strengthen our faith. 

Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:1-6, 11-16

The forces of isolation and division seem to be stronger than ever in our society right now. And those forces often take a toll on the health of our relationships. So in today’s sermon, we’ll reflect on the power of Jesus to liberate us for a life of togetherness that the challenges of this world cannot overcome. Join us as we continue our series, “Together.”

Scripture Reading: Acts 4:32-35

Our culture would have us believe that the primary purpose of a romantic relationship is to feel good. But as it turns out, when “feeling good” becomes our main romantic goal, we run into all kinds of problems. So in today’s sermon, we’ll explore a countercultural, divine approach to love that leads to healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Whatever your relationship status, inclination, or orientation, join us as we continue our series “Together.”

Scripture Reading: Philippians 4:8-9

Social media, news articles, and popular magazines are full of advice about how to find and develop a good romantic relationship. And while some of our culture’s advice may be helpful, much of it is suspect at best. So in today’s sermon, we’ll turn to a more trustworthy source and we’ll consider how the original “relationship goal” can be our guide. Whatever your relationship status, inclination, or orientation, join us as we begin our new series “Together.” 

Scripture Reading: Genesis 2:15-20

During almost every waking moment in our culture, there is a battle for our attention: News headlines preying on our fear or our anger; social media feeds expertly designed to keep us scrolling; click-bait ads that we just can’t help but click on… And as our attention gets gobbled up, our most important priorities slip further away. So in today’s sermon we’ll explore a powerful biblical passage that challenges us to intentionally guard our attention so that we don’t lose focus on the One who matters most. Join us as we wrap up our series, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. 

Scripture Reading: Psalm 46

When we’re feeling exhausted, our culture offers us lots of ways we can rest. Whether it’s shopping, Netflix, spa days, or vacations, the possibilities for physical and mental rest are endless. But sometimes we try all of that only to find that we’re still exhausted. Our rest didn’t work! Often, that’s because we’re too focused on the wrong kind of rest. In today’s sermon, we’ll learn from Jesus about a kind of rest that most of us desperately need but rarely think about. And we’ll learn one super practical way to incorporate this important kind of rest into our daily lives. Join us as we continue our series inspired by the book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. 

Scripture Reading: Luke 5:12-16

We humans instinctively hate feeling limited. When we’re told “you can’t,” or “that’s enough,” or “you must,” we tend to bristle and push back. But while that defiant spirit is sometimes justified, it’s often destructive to us. In fact, our stubborn determination to live without any limits is a driving force behind the relentless pace of our lives and our constant exhaustion. So in today’s sermon, we’ll explore how Jesus invites us to embrace our limitedness, finding true purpose and deep rest in the process. And as we celebrate Dr. King this weekend, we’ll learn about a pivotal decision he made to embrace his personal limits that ultimately empowered his leadership in the Civil Rights movement. Join us as we continue our series inspired by the book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. 

Scripture Reading: Matthew 11:28-30

Most of us live in a constant state of hurry. From the moment our alarm wakes us up in the morning until we finally crash back into bed at night, we spend most of our waking hours rushing through our errands, tasks, meals, and responsibilities. But while our frenetic pace is normalized and even celebrated in our culture, it’s destructive to our bodies, our minds, and our souls. So in today’s sermon, we’ll consider what God has to say about the speed of our lives, and we’ll learn some practical ways to slow ourselves down. Join us as we begin a new series inspired by the book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. 

Scripture Reading: Proverbs 19:2

Reflecting on our life’s journey, especially after challenging seasons, is a rich faith practice that allows us to recognize God's presence in everyday moments. During this time of testimony and reflection, Kindred member Lianne MacGregor leads us in her reflection of 2024, recounting where she saw God working, and how that informs her faith at the start of this New Year. 

Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 7:7-12

We all experience seasons when we feel disconnected from God. Whether it’s because you were excluded from church at some point in your past, or you have a sense of doubt you can’t overcome, or maybe you just never felt like God would have any interest in a person like you… If you feel a sense of distance from God, you are certainly not alone. In tonight’s sermon, we’ll explore several biblical figures in the Christmas story who felt the exact same way. And we’ll watch them discover that the good news of Christmas is specifically for people like them… and for people like you! 

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:1-20