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This week on Made for Mondays, Joe is joined by Nick, Doug, and Corey as they kick off The Bible for Grown-Ups, a series exploring the story, history, and questions behind the Bible.

After catching up on the weekend and talking about the Bible Reading Challenge, the conversation dives into Sunday's message about how Christianity began—not with a finished Bible, but with people who believed they had encountered the risen Jesus. Together, they explore eyewitness testimony, honest questions about Scripture, and why Jesus remains at the center of our faith.

In this episode:

•  Weekend highlights 
•  Bible Reading Challenge discussion 
•  How our personal Bible experiences shape the way we read Scripture 
•  What Luke tells us about eyewitnesses and the early church 
•  Why “something happened” is at the heart of Christianity 
•  How questions about the Bible can lead us back to Jesus 
•  Why reading John can be a great place to start when exploring faith 

If you've ever had questions about the Bible, struggled with a difficult passage, or simply wondered where it all came from, this conversation is for you.

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we continue The Bible for Grown-Ups. We'd love to see you and your guests! If you can't make it in person, join us on YouTube at 1:00 PM.

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This week on Made for Mondays, Joe is joined by Pastors Doug, Jamey, and Lauren as they unpack one of life's biggest questions: Am I actually living the life I'm meant for?

After catching up on the weekend and reflecting on this week's Bible Reading Challenge, the conversation dives deeper into Sunday's message from Ephesians 2:10. Together, they discuss how our purpose flows from our identity in Christ, why we don't have to earn God's approval, and how the life God has prepared for us is often found in the ordinary opportunities already in front of us.

In this episode:

•  Weekend highlights 
•  Bible Reading Challenge discussion 
•  Why purpose begins with identity, not achievement 
•  Living from grace instead of striving for approval 
•  Finding purpose in everyday moments 
•  Serving from God's love, not for God's love 
•  Taking the next faithful step Jesus is calling you to today 

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we continue our journey together. We'd love to see you and your guests, or you can watch online on YouTube at 1:00 PM.

Go Be Love!

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This week on Made for Mondays, Joe is joined by Heather, Christina Southall and Philip McFarland as they continue our Campfire Stories series by tackling a topic that can make almost everyone a little uncomfortable: What does God actually say about money?

After catching up on the weekend and reflecting on the Bible Reading Challenge, the conversation shifts from dollars and budgets to something much deeper. Together, they explore why Jesus talked so often about money, how generosity shapes our hearts, and why giving is less about fundraising and more about becoming more like Christ.

In this episode:

•  Weekend highlights 
•  Bible Reading Challenge discussion 
•  Why money conversations can feel uncomfortable 
•  The difference between loving money and using it well 
•  How generosity forms our faith 
•  Personal stories of God's faithfulness through giving 
•  Why Jesus' generosity changes the way we view everything we have 

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we continue Campfire Stories. And don't forget to stick around after the second service on August 9 for Get the Scoop, where we'll celebrate what God has done through your generosity and look ahead to what's next for Believers.

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This week on Made for Mondays, Heather is joined by Jamey, Kelly, and Joey as they continue our Campfire Stories series with a question many of us have wondered: Is there more going on in my life than I can see?

After catching up on the weekend and reflecting on this week's Bible Reading Challenge (Psalms 17–34 and Acts 19–21), the conversation explores Sunday's message about the unseen spiritual realities around us. Together, they discuss how to avoid unhealthy extremes, recognize the ordinary ways spiritual opposition works, and stay attentive to the Holy Spirit without living in fear.

In this episode:

•  Weekend highlights 
•  Bible Reading Challenge discussion 
•  Recognizing the unseen without becoming fearful 
•  What Elisha's story teaches us about God's perspective 
•  Why people are never the enemy 
•  Common ways spiritual opposition shows up in everyday life 
•  Simple practices for listening to and following the Holy Spirit 

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we continue our Campfire Stories series. Bring a friend, come with your questions, and if you can't join us in person, catch the service on YouTube at 1:00 PM.

Go Be Love!

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Made for Mondays 

This week on Made for Mondays, Heather is joined by Jamey and Greg as they continue our Campfire Stories series with one of the biggest questions of faith: Does it really matter what you believe?

After catching up on the weekend and reflecting on this week's Bible Reading Challenge, the conversation dives into Sunday's message about truth, sincerity, and Jesus' claim to be the only way to the Father. Together, they wrestle with how to hold deep conviction and genuine compassion at the same time, especially when the people we love believe differently than we do.

In this episode:

•  Weekend highlights 
•  Bible Reading Challenge discussion 
•  Why sincerity and truth aren't always the same thing 
•  How relationships shape the way we think about belief 
•  Why the question of truth has always mattered 
•  What Acts 17 teaches us about engaging people with both grace and conviction 
•  How to represent Jesus with humility, courage, and love 

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we continue our Campfire Stories series. Whether you're full of questions, exploring faith, or inviting a friend, we'd love to see you there. If you can't join us in person, catch the service on YouTube at 1:00 PM.

Go Be Love!

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This week on Made for Mondays, Heather is joined by Doug, Jamey, and Adrienne as they kick off our new summer series, Campfire Stories. Before diving into Sunday's message, they catch up on the weekend, discuss highlights from the Bible Reading Challenge (Job & Acts), and explore what it really means to share our faith.

Doug reminds us that sharing Jesus isn't about winning arguments—it's about having genuine conversations. Together, the team discusses why faith conversations can feel intimidating, how Romans 10 reshapes our view of evangelism, and why "beautiful feet" simply means being willing to go where God has already placed us. They also share practical ways to bring Jesus naturally into everyday conversations without making them feel forced.

In this episode:

•  Weekend catch-up 
•  Bible Reading Challenge (Job & Acts) 
•  Why faith conversations often feel awkward 
•  The context behind Romans 10 and "everyone who calls on the Lord" 
•  What it means to have "beautiful feet" 
•  How to make sharing your faith relational instead of confrontational 
•  One simple way to talk about Jesus this week 

Join us this Sunday at 10:00 AM for our special Family Service as we continue Campfire Stories. Bring your family, invite a friend, and we'll see you there!

Go Be Love!

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Host: Heather
Guests: Jamey and Doug

Quick catch-up:

• Juneteenth
• LDP Play Date
• Harbour Fest
• Father's Day
• Baptism Celebrations

What stood out to you from this week's reading?

Nehemiah, Esther & Acts

This week we wrapped up Losing Myself with Moses' final view of the Promised Land in Deuteronomy 34. Jamey challenged us to stop winning at the wrong things and invest our lives in what lasts: people, a passion for Jesus, and a legacy that anchors souls long after we're gone.

Q1: Lasting Influence

What's a phrase, lesson, or habit someone taught you years ago that still shapes your life today?

Q2: Winning at the Wrong Things

Jesus warns that it's possible to gain the world and lose your soul.

When have you caught yourself keeping score by standards Jesus never asked you to measure?

Follow-up: How do you distinguish between a good goal and an ultimate goal?

Q3: Trusting God's Timeline

Moses saw the promise fulfilled but didn't enter it himself.

What does his story teach us about trusting God when His timing is slower than we'd prefer?

Follow-up: How does that challenge our expectation for instant results?

Q4: Legacy vs. Inheritance

The big idea was:

"An inheritance fills their hands; a legacy anchors their soul."

How does that change what we're trying to leave behind for others?

Follow-up: Where do you feel the tension between providing and discipling?

Q5: Living a Legacy

Whether we realize it or not, someone is watching our lives.

Who comes to mind when you think about the people God has placed in your wake?

Follow-up: How can we become a church that intentionally leaves a legacy of faith?

Q6: Passing It On

Moses invested in Joshua before his story ended.

What's one practical way we can pass along faith, wisdom, or encouragement this week?

Follow-up: Talk about some of the leaders who have grown up through Next Gen, LDP, and Believers over the years.

Our students are at camp this week—be praying for them and their leaders!

We'll be back Sunday at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we kick off our summer series, Campfire Stories. Together we'll tackle honest questions about faith, life, and culture around the campfire.

Don't forget: July 5th is our special Family Service at 10 AM (one service only).

Invite someone, share the episode, and join us in person or on YouTube at 1 PM.

Until then, don't forget—we're here for good.

Go BE LOVE!

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Host: Heather
Guests: Jamey, Doug, RaChelle

Quick catch-up: What did y'all get into this weekend?

What stood out to you from this week's reading?

Finished 2 Chronicles, started Ezra, and wrapped up John.

This week in Losing Myself, Jamey took us to Numbers 20, where Moses lets frustration and ego shape a moment that was meant to reveal God's grace. The reminder was both sobering and hopeful: When I insert myself, I distort Jesus. As we lose ourselves, people can see Him more clearly.

Q1: The Long Road

The Israelites spent decades in the wilderness.

What's something in your life that took much longer than expected but taught you something valuable along the way?

Q2: Formation Over Destination

Jamey, you said we often focus on destinations while God focuses on formation.

Where have you seen God shaping you in a season that felt slower or harder than you wanted?

Follow-up: How do you notice formation instead of only measuring progress?

Q3: Representing Jesus

Moses had a unique role, but in some ways every Christian represents God to others.

How do we take that responsibility seriously without acting like we speak for God?

Follow-up: Have you ever had a moment where frustration affected how you represented Jesus to someone else?

Q4: Conviction Without Contempt

John Newton warned about the danger of self-righteousness.

Why is contempt so tempting when we believe we're right, and what does it look like to hold conviction without losing compassion?

Follow-up: How can we tell the difference between courage and ego in our tone?

Q5: Distorting Jesus

The big idea was:

"When I insert myself, I distort Jesus."

Where does that land personally—in family conflict, politics, social media, church conversations, or elsewhere?

Follow-up: What's one sign that Jesus is becoming clearer and we're becoming less visible?

Q6: Three Practices

Jamey challenged us to:

• Pause before reacting
• Lead with grace
• Remember how much grace we need

Which of those feels like your next faithful step this week?

Follow-up: What would change if we started with confession before criticism?

MERGE

Quick conversation about tonight's Merge gathering.

FAITH & FREEDOM MOVIE NIGHT

A brief look at this week's documentary event exploring the story and significance of Juneteenth and the hope that fueled the pursuit of freedom.

Be sure to share this episode and invite someone to join you this weekend!

We'll be at 9:00 & 10:45 AM as we wrap up our Losing Myself series. We'd love to connect with you and your guests. If you can't make it in person, join us on YouTube at 1 PM.

Until then, don't forget—we're here for good.

Go BE LOVE!

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This week on Made for Mondays, Joe is joined by Heather, Doug, and Chelle as they continue unpacking Week 5 of Losing Myself. Looking at Exodus 17, they explore what happens when fear, criticism, and crowd pressure begin to shape our decisions—and how Moses learned to lead by seeking God's approval instead of the approval of people.

Along the way, the team talks about herd mentality, handling criticism, why fear can distort trust, and what it looks like to follow Jesus when the crowd is pulling in a different direction. They also discuss one of the message's biggest takeaways: "I lead by seeking the approval of One."

Plus, a conversation about the Bible Reading Challenge, a few stories from large crowds they've experienced, and practical ways to trust God instead of reacting to the loudest voices around us.

Whether you're navigating criticism, leadership, people-pleasing, or simply trying to follow Jesus more faithfully, this episode offers encouragement and practical next steps for the journey.

This week's key thought: I lead by seeking the approval of One.

Be sure to subscribe, share the episode, and invite someone to join you this Sunday as we continue our Losing Myself series!

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Host: Heather
Guests: Doug, Joe, Chelle

WEEKEND CHITCHAT

Quick catch-up: What did y’all get into this weekend?

BIBLE READING CHALLENGE

What stood out to you from this week's reading?

• Wrapped up 1 Chronicles
• Began 2 Chronicles
• Continued through the Gospel of John

Doug, this week you continued Losing Myself by walking through Moses' first painful encounter with Pharaoh in Exodus 5 and 6. Moses obeys God, Pharaoh makes things worse, and the people suffer, raising a question many of us have asked: What do we do when faithfulness seems to fail? The invitation was to stop naming our failures, bring our frustrations honestly to God, and keep trusting the God who has a name, hears our groans, and keeps His promises.

Q1: Harder Than Expected

Let's start light.

What's something you've tried to get better at that ended up being way harder than you expected?

Q2: The Need to Prove Ourselves

Doug, you talked about losing yourself as letting go of proving yourself and learning to trust Jesus instead.

What do you think people are most often trying to prove—and why?

Q3: When Obedience Doesn't Change the Situation

Pharaoh asks, "Who is the Lord?" and later God responds by revealing His name, His nearness, and His promises.

How does that help us understand what God is doing when obedience hasn't changed the situation yet?

Follow-up:
Where do you see people today needing God to reveal not just an answer, but Himself?

Q4: Formation Before Results

You referenced Dallas Willard's idea that we often want the right outcomes without embracing the kind of life that forms them.

Why does spiritual growth often expose our untrained habits before it produces visible change?

Follow-up:
What's one ordinary practice that helps bridge that gap without turning faith into self-improvement?

Q5: When Becoming Feels Like Failure

The big idea was:

"Losing yourself may feel like failure before it feels like becoming."

Doug, you illustrated that through Ransom's karate belt test.

How does that idea hit you personally, especially in seasons when obedience, repentance, or growth seems to make life messier instead of better?

Follow-up:
How can we help people stay in the process instead of labeling themselves as failures?

Q6: Becoming Someone New

Doug, you invited us to fill in the blank:

"Jesus is helping me become ______."

What's the wisdom in naming what Jesus is forming in us instead of only focusing on what we're doing wrong?

Follow-up:
What might one small step toward that becoming look like this week—even if the first board doesn't break?

JOIN US SUNDAY!

That's all the time we have for today!

We're excited about this coming Sunday as we continue our Losing Myself series.

Be sure to share this episode, and maybe invite someone you've been thinking about bringing with you. We'll be here at 9 and 10:45, and we'd love to connect with you and your guests. If you can't join us in person, catch us on YouTube at 1PM.

Until then, don't forget—we're here for good.

Go BE LOVE!

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