The Gathering with Dr. Gene Mims

By Dr. Gene Mims

Welcome to The Gathering with Dr. Gene Mims -- a weekly podcast featuring sermons that faithfully teach God's Word with clarity and conviction. Each message is rooted in Scripture, delivered in a way ... more

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The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.

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October 07, 2025Living with Courage and Hope
When tragedy and division shake our world, where do we turn? Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Dr. Gene Mims delivers a powerful message reminding us that even in times of fear and uncertainty, God's Spirit gives us strength, courage, and hope to live as salt and light.

🗝️ Key Topics
(3:28) The challenge of anger and heartbreak together.
(6:15) Our true strength comes from the Spirit.
(8:25) We are equipped with divine power.
(15:31) A call to spiritual action.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠⁠Zechariah 4:6
2 Corinthians 10:1-4
1 Peter 5:9
Romans 1

💬Quote from the Episode
"If you don’t have the truth, then all you’ve got is your opinion—and your opinion can’t save anybody.”

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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16min
September 30, 2025Truth, Culture, and the Call to Engage
How do we live faithfully in a world that feels upside down? In this special solo episode, Dr. Gene Mims speaks directly from his heart about how to live faithfully in a world that feels upside down. He challenges us to stand firm in the truth, live as citizens of God's Kingdom, and bring the hope of Christ to a divided culture.

🗝️ Key Topics
(8:59) We are called to engage, not retreat.
(13:03) Truth cannot be compromised.
(16:01) Living the Gospel matters.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠1 Timothy 2:1-4
John 20:21
2 Timothy 3:1-5, 9

💬Quote from the Episode
"Let's not be reactive. Let's be active. Let's be sent people. Let's go out into the world like we're on a mission and live our lives to the fullest and offer those lives that we live to the people around us. Let's offer them the life that Jesus Christ has given us."

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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26min
September 23, 2025Finding Peace in a Restless World
Are you truly content -- or just chasing happiness? In this message, Dr. Gene Mims unpacks the difference and reminds us that real contentment isn't found in possessions, circumstances, or even success. It's something deeper -- something we must learn through trusting God and walking with Him daily.

🗝️ Key Topics
(2:47) Contentment isn't the same as happiness.
(9:21) Culture breeds discontent.
(14:37) Christ brings true contentment.

📖 Key Scriptures
1 Timothy 6:6-8
Philippians 4:11-13
1 Corinthians 3:18-23⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

💬Quote from the Episode
"Contentment is not a loss of ambition. Contentment is not saying, 'Well, this is the way I am.'...Contentment is saying, ' I believe in a God who loves me and is going to use me, and has continued to bless me and has warned me about chasing the wrong paths in life.'"

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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29min
September 16, 2025God’s Timing, God’s Provision
Are you chasing the right things in life? In this episode, Dr. Gene Mims challenges us to consider our priorities, put God first, and trust Him to provide what truly matters.

🗝️ Key Topics
(3:32) Priorities matter more than excuses.
(13:21) God has everything we need.
(15:40) Contentment is found in God's promises.
(23:59) Faith means choosing strength and courage.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haggai 2:1-9

💬Quote from the Episode
" You don’t need anything if you know the one who has everything. You don’t need to know everything if you know the one who knows everything."

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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26min
September 09, 2025The Freedom of Faith Over Fear
Are you weighed down by worry? Dr. Gene Mims shows us how to release tomorrow's fears and live with confidence in God's provision today.

🗝️ Key Topics
(7:43) There is a clear line between concern and worry.
(8:55) The key to life is seeking God first.
(16:34) Faith is a choice that steadies us in life's storms.
(17:25) Every day prepares us for eternity.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Proverbs 20:24
⁠Matthew 6:25-34⁠
⁠Philippians 4:6
Romans 8:28

💬Quote from the Episode
"I don't think why we think that we don't need to love God now, and everything's going to be alright there [Heaven]. So, that makes every moment in this life a moment of preparation, and understanding, growth, and development in loving the Lord and serving the Lord, or not, as we prepare for eternity."

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

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28min
September 02, 2025Living by the Word of God
If the Bible truly holds the answers we need, why do we so often treat it like an afterthought? This week, Dr. Mims calls us back to the foundation we can't live without.

🗝️ Key Topics
(7:15) Scripture is alive and speaks directly to us.
(12:38) The Word of God creates faith in our lives.
(22:59) Seeking God daily starts with opening His Word.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠⁠⁠⁠Proverbs 18:20-21
Proverbs 16:20
Proverbs 30:5-6

💬Quote from the Episode
"The Word of God draws us into the heart of Godso that we love what God loves. And we're opposed to what God hates. You know what the opposite of love is? It's not hate, it's selfishness. When you're in the Word of God, you're not going to be selfish very long. You realize that God is God and you're not."

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠⁠

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29min
August 26, 2025Trusting God’s Direction in Life’s Uncertainties
When life doesn’t make sense, it’s easy to wonder what’s really happening. In this special first solo episode, Dr. Gene Mims encourages us to trust that God is leading, even when we can’t see the whole picture.🗝️ Key Topics
(4:07) God directs our steps, even when life doesn't make sense.
(6:06) Life is filled with mystery, but God uses it to grow us.
(11:39) Today must be our priority, not tomorrow's worries.
(17:33) God created you with a unique purpose and mission.

📖 Key Scriptures
⁠Proverbs 20:24
⁠Matthew 6:33-34
Proverbs 27:1
Luke 12:16-21
Proverbs 16:1-3, 9

💬Quote from the Episode
“The Lord directs our steps, which means he'ssovereign. He controls everything in the universe, including our steps. He's bringing us somewhere, he's directing us somewhere. And that somewhere includesall the ups and downs in life that will equip us to get wherever he's leading."
📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠⁠⁠
⁠6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠⁠

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24min
August 19, 2025When Confession Becomes Worship
Too often we try to hide or manage sin on our own—and it only leaves us stuck. In this message, Dr. Gene Mims reminds us that real change comes when we confess, forsake, and let God do what only He can: restore us fully.🗝️ Key Topics
(2:39) Confession and leaving sin behind always go together.
(4:55) Sin always affects relationships—even if it feels hidden.
(13:29) Trying to hide or manage sin only multiplies it.
(18:50) God forgives and cleanses when we truly own our sin.

📖 Key Scriptures
Proverbs 28:13
⁠1 John 1:5-9
Psalm 32

💬Quote from the Episode
“God's done his part. Our part is to confess andforsake so that He can forgive and cleanse. Confess and forsake…that's our part. His part is to forgive and cleanse.”

📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 840⁠
6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064⁠
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠⁠http://www.thegathering840.org⁠

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27min
August 12, 2025Living the Message of the Gospel
🎧 Episode Overview
In this message, Dr. Gene Mims unpacks thetransformative power of the gospel—not just in saving us, but in shaping us to bear fruit and reflect Christ in the world. We’re reminded that the message of Jesus is not just something we receive, but something we’re called to live andshare. This is a timely and convicting message for anyone desiring to live a life of true influence and spiritual impact.🗝️ Key Topics
(1:59) Your life can point people to Jesus.
(4:08) Every believer is called to share the Good News.
(18:51) Time is short, and the Gospel matters.
(21:20) The Gospel is inclusive -- available to all.
📖 Key Scriptures
Proverbs 11:30
Acts 2
💬Quote from the Episode
"It's not fear that keeps us from sharing the message, it's ultimately the fact that we don't truly love people."
📍Join Us In Person:
The Gathering at 8406315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at ⁠http://www.thegathering840.org
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27min
August 05, 2025Overcoming Anger Through Grace
Struggling with anger? You’re not alone — but you’re not stuck.
In today’s message, Dr. Gene Mims unpacks a powerful truth: anger, when left unchecked, can lead us down destructive paths — but God offers a better way. If you're tired of letting emotions control you, this episode will point you to the wisdom and grace that can lead to real freedom.📝 Key Points
(02:24) The world's normalization of anger
(04:28) Righteous anger vs. Sinful Anger
(12:37) Who you are in Jesus Christ
(16:27) Practical ways to respond to anger through the guidance of the Holy Spirit
📖 Key Scriptures
Proverbs 9:11
Psalm 37
Galatians 5:19-23
Ephesians 4:26-27
📍Join Us in Person:
The Gathering at 840
6315 Arno Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
Life Groups for all ages: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Main Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Visit us at http://www.thegathering840.org
🙌 Stay Connected
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22min

FAQs about The Gathering with Dr. Gene Mims:

How many episodes does The Gathering with Dr. Gene Mims have?

The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.