The Peak Church – An Inclusive Methodist Church in Apex, NC

On this episode of Footnotes, we keep the conversation going on bitterness, resentment and how often we have to extend forgiveness. To start, Kyle digs into some of the special numbers found in scripture (7, 12, 40, etc.). Did you even know there are special numbers found in our Bibles? What do they mean? And what does it have to do with forgiveness? Then, we dig a little bit more into the research coming out of the Gottman Institute. We learn how to fight back against contempt and save our marriages. Finally, Kyle opens up about whether reconciliation is possible in every relationship. What is required for genuine reconnection? Does the Bible offer us any tips here?

Kyle Meier | Acts 2:42-47 | Recalculating

Topics: Sharing, Possessions, Generosity

In this episode, we continue the conversation on how should Christians relate to their stuff. Kyle kicks things off with a discussion about St Augustine and his view that evil doesn't actually exist...or does it? Additionally, Kyle shares more about the 70-10-10-10 rule for financial stewardship. Finally, we wade into the somewhat tricky conversation about whether Christians should be capitalists or socialists? Or is it neither?

Kyle Meier | Exodus 18:13-23 | Recalculating

Topics: Interdependence, Community, Assistance

Justice for Zipporah! That's right, in today's episode, we learn more about Moses' wife. Did you even know he was married? We don't hear much about Zipporah in the Bible, but what we do know is she is a baller. Then, Kyle goes into a conversation on his own personal responsibility system. Kyle has a system for something?? Shocker to no one. But seriously, how do we know when a particular responsibility is ours to hold versus someone else's? If you have ever felt like there is too much weight on your shoulders, this is the episode for you. What if it is not only wise, but faithful to put some stuff DOWN?

Kyle Meier | Colossians 3:23-24 | Recalculating

Topics: Humility, Faith, Empathy, Mercy

Katie Distefano Culpepper | Galatians 2:15-16 and 20 | Recalculating

Topics: Identity, New Creation, Jesus Christ

Kyle Meier | Hebrews 4:9-11 | Summer Streaming

Topics: Rest, Stillness, Sabbath

In today's episode, we dig into  the mystery behind who wrote the book of Hebrews. Here is a hint...they may or may not have something in common with a popular Disney character. Kyle also explores what rest looks like for those of us with very little margin. If you work a demanding job or you are a caregiver, do you get to rest? What kind of rest is even possible? Finally, we talk about how Jesus navigated the need for rest and the needs of his neighbor. How do we know when to hold to our boundaries vs break them for the sake of the person who needs our help?

Kyle Meier | Romans 12:9-17 | Summer Streaming

Topics: Love, Passion, Understanding, Curiosity