What does it mean to see children as gifts from God? In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Adam dive deeper into Psalm 127, exploring the imagery of children as an inheritance and arrows, the challenge of trusting God with our families, and the importance of passing faith to the next generation. Plus, they share personal stories about fathers, family traditions, and the memories that shape us.

What if the way we see children needs to change? In Psalm 127, we're reminded that kids aren't interruptions, inconveniences, or distractions—they're gifts from the Lord. This week, Pastor Josh challenges us to "pass the ball" and be intentional with the children and teens God has placed in our lives, making the most of the moments we've been given this summer.

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What does creation reveal about God? In this episode of Side Notes, Adam sits down with Pastor Tim to unpack Psalm 19, explore the difference between general and special revelation, and discuss why God's glory is on display all around us. From sunrises and mountain views to everyday moments we often overlook, discover how creation points us to our Creator and invites us to worship Him.

Pastor Tim continues Psalms for the Summer by focusing on how God reveals Himself through creation. Drawing from Scripture, we see that God’s revelation is clear, constant, and available to all. This psalm invites us to slow down and see creation not as background noise, but as a continual testimony to the glory of God.

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In this episode of Side Notes, Psalm 96 comes alive as Pastor Josh and founding Pastor Tim Haring explore what it really means to “turn up the praise.” From singing as an act of formation to the weight of ascribing glory to God, the conversation moves between deep Biblical reflection and real-life moments that make worship personal. They also wrestle with how worship shapes what we believe about God—and what it means to live as people who carry that praise into the world.

We underestimate how much music shapes our lives. Launching us into Psalms for the Summer, Pastor Josh explores Psalm 96 and challenges us to turn up the praise by filling our hearts and minds with songs that draw us closer to God.

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This week on Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh take a deeper look at 2 Timothy 4 and Paul's final charge to preach the Word. They discuss the danger of seeking messages that simply tell us what we want to hear, why context matters when reading Scripture, and what it means to fight the good fight and finish the race well. Plus, they reflect on the timeless relevance of God's Word and preview the upcoming Psalms for the Summer series.

As we conclude our Deepfake series in 2 Timothy, Pastor Josh explores Paul’s final charge: preach the truth. In a world where people often seek messages that affirm what they already want to hear, God calls His people to remain anchored in His Word. Through Paul’s closing encouragements and warnings, we’re reminded of the importance of faithfully passing on, protecting, practicing, and proclaiming God’s truth. The question for each of us is this: Are we willing to hear and apply God’s truth, even when it’s hard?

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In this episode of Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh dive deeper into 2 Timothy 3 and what it means to practice the truth in a culture filled with deception. They discuss spiritual vigilance, false teaching, the reality of persecution, and how believers can stay grounded through Scripture and Christian community. Plus, a few side notes on neighborhood watch stories, Cracker Barrel, and preparing for vacation the Josh Rhodes way.

Not everything that looks true actually is. In this week’s message from Deepfake, Pastor Josh dives into 2 Timothy 3 and explores how to recognize deception, avoid counterfeit faith, and stand firm in a world drifting further from truth. From false teachers to cultural pressure to the power of God’s Word, he challenges us to not just know the truth—but practice it.

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