PonderingGod

In this episode, Pastor Craig McCourt explores the loss of civility in today's world and how Christians can respond with love, patience, and Christlike conversation. He also addresses the recent tragic shooting of two Minnesota legislators and their spouses, urging listeners to be voices of peace in a divided world.

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ponderingGod Podcast - Message Monday - Featuring a message from Pastor Craig McCourt.

Today's Episode was recorded on June 1, 2025 at Peace Lutheran Church in Arlington, MN The text for the message was: Revelation 22

(For more information on Peace Lutheran Church, where Craig currently serves as Pastor, visit www.peacearlington.org

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Celebrate National Movie Night with Christian family films that inspire and uplift! In this episode, Pastor Craig McCourt discusses why faith-based movies matter and highlights four incredible films from iiFilms: Treasure Lies, The Current, Miles Between Us, and the upcoming My 7 Grandmas. Discover how these stories align with Philippians 4:8 and why they're the perfect choice for your family movie night. Check out the show notes for streaming links!

iiFilms

For more information on iiFilms visit the links below:

https://www.iifilms.com/

Video Clips

What is iiFilms Ministry

My 7 Grandma's Trailer (Movie Coming Soon To a Theater near you!)

iiFilms First Three Movies

Where can I watch TREASURE LIES

Where can I watch Miles Between Us

Where can I watch The Current

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Peace Lutheran and Pastor Craig

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Psalm 8 reminds us of both the vastness of God's majesty and His intimate care for us. While we often seek to ascend to divinity, God humbles Himself in Christ. In this episode, Pastor Craig reflects on the paradox of humanity's longing for more and Christ's willingness to give it all up for us. What does it mean to embrace humility rather than striving for greatness? Let's ponder together.

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What does Ice Cream and a Lutheran Catechism have in common. (beyond after you read one, you deserve the other) Let's find out in todays PonderingGod Episode.

(For more information on Peace Lutheran Church, where Craig currently serves as Pastor, visit www.peacearlington.org

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Welcome to another episode of Pondering God Podcast with Pastor Craig McCourt! Pentecost has come and gone—the flames, the rushing winds, even the potluck casseroles—but now it's Tuesday. How do we live as Pentecost People in the ordinary moments of life?

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Pentecost Sunday 2025 - Three Pentecosts. This is a very personal and direct message for the members of Peace Lutheran Church in Arlington, MN - I pray it encourages you as well.

Each Monday Morning, we bring you a message hot off the press or from the archives. We pray that these messages will be an extra boost of encouragement to you.

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Jesus didn't call us to bring people to church—He calls us to bring the church to the people.

In this episode, Pastor Craig explores what it means to train believers to go into their neighborhoods, workplaces, and everyday conversations, living out their faith in practical ways.

With Scripture, humor, and engaging storytelling, this episode reminds us that discipleship is an action—not just a location.

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In this episode, Pastor Craig explores the beauty of do-overs from a Biblical perspective. Using stories from Peter, Jonah, and even the resurrection, he explains why fresh starts matter and how we can practically embrace new beginnings. From confession to renewal, this episode encourages listeners to ponder God's grace in their own lives and take steps toward a God-given reset.

For more information on Peace Lutheran Church, where Craig currently serves as Pastor, visit www.peacearlington.org

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(NOTE: We reset our episode count to reflect the number of episodes found on this current site.)

In this episode, Pastor Craig McCourt explores why Pentecost is just as crucial as Christmas and Easter. He discusses how the church was born, how the Spirit empowers believers, and why Pentecost invites us into God's story. With humor, illustrations, and practical steps, this episode encourages listeners to move beyond attending church twice a year and instead live out an active, Spirit-led faith.

For more information on Peace Lutheran Church, where Craig currently serves as Pastor, visit www.peacearlington.org

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