For the final episode of 2024, it's PART 4 of our four-part Christmas series, where Pastor Jack Hoey III and host Joey Svendsen discuss the ultimate Christmas movie classic, It's a Wonderful Life. We’ll also catch up with Lead Pastors Josh and Lisa Surratt and hold the second annual "Christmas Trivia Championship Showdown."

Listeners will hear a variety of opinions about It's a Wonderful Life—Joey is disappointed by the lack of excitement surrounding what he thinks could be the greatest movie ever. Some of the hosts theorize that the movie may be more interesting to people with specific racial backgrounds, while Jack highlights that the main character, George Bailey was celebrated because of how he lived his life sacrificially for others—relating this idea to how God is also sacrificial.

Also included in this episode is a thought-experiment on having political discussions with family during the holidays, the balance between living sacrificially for others while not neglecting self, the significance of feeling compelled to give a gift to a person he or she received a gift from, and whether it's more difficult to find healthy community in 2024 when technology options have increased.

 

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Other Past Christmas Episodes:
Santa Claus and Other Lies
This Christmas, Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice

Christmas Episodes on Grief:
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn II

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Josh Surratt / Instagram
Lisa Surratt / Instagram
Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram
Amy Worley, host / Instagram

special thanks to the Christmas Trivia Championship Showdown participants:
Teddy Winter, Corey Schneckloth, Brian Adleman, Jen Ullum, Jennifer Klatka, and Jenny Mayer; and the new Champs, Ciarrah Lindsay, Rebecca Lindsay and Luke Gaikwad.

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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In PART 3 of a four-part Christmas series, Pastor Adam Martin and host Joey Svendsen talk about the 1990s Christmas movie that took American culture by storm—Home Alone. Pastor Adam has a doctorate in counseling and in today’s episode, Joey asks him several questions surrounding mental health and Adam delves into why social isolation is so common in the real world. With more and more people finding themselves alone—even during the holidays—Adam explains why some choose isolation rather than being hurt in relationships again.

At the top of the episode, the host crew discusses "silly violence" in movies like Home Alone and in cartoons like Tom & Jerry, contrasting them with disturbing violence in video games like Grand Theft Auto.

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Other Past Christmas Episodes:
Santa Claus and Other Lies
This Christmas, Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice

Christmas Episodes on Grief:
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn II

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Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram
Jack Hoey, host / Instagram
Amy Worley, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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It's PART 2 of a four-part Christmas series. Pastor Josh Walters and host Joey Svendsen talk about the classic cartoon, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. With the ugly, green guy as the backdrop of the conversation, Josh and Joey discuss the beauty behind the gift of salvation, how most people have "some grinch" in them, and how hurtful people have typically been hurt in their past. The two also talk faith and grief, as Josh’s family is experiencing their first Christmas without a particular loved one. He and Joey wrap up their conversation by offering encouragement to those who are grieving and offer advice heading into the holidays.
 
At the top of the episode, the host crew discusses the various remakes of "Grinch Movies" and reminisce on Christmases past.  

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Other Past Christmas Episodes:
Santa Claus and Other Lies
This Christmas, Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice

Christmas Episodes on Grief:
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn II

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Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram
Jack Hoey, host / Instagram
Amy Worley, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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It's a 4-part Christmas series and to kick us off, Seacoast’s Lead Pastor Josh Surratt is in the studio to talk about Seacoast’s Christmas At The Movies series. He continues the conversation about ‘belief’ from his own message based on the 2003 Christmas classic, Elf. Josh responds to the flack that Seacoast gets about mixing sermons with movies.  He also proposes that despite the uneasiness that spiritual doubts and questions may elicit, the church can't be afraid of them. He then gets personal about how worship is used in his life to battle circumstances and strengthen his faith.

At the top of the episode, Lynne Stroy and Tomelex Copeland admit that they can take or leave the movie, Elf and the host crew is split on their opinions of white chocolate. Then the conversation turns serious as they discuss what glorifying God through our eating looks like and Jack Hoey III shares why the question "what's God doing in your life right now?” isn't a good one.

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Other Past Christmas Episodes:
Santa Claus and Other Lies
This Christmas, Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice

Christmas Episodes on Grief:
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn
This Holiday, Mourn with those Who Mourn II

Christmas Music Courtesy of Seacoast Christmas Collective II

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Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram
Jack Hoey, host / Instagram
Amy Worley, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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[This episode originally aired on 11/21/22]

Is a heart posture of thanksgiving only possible when life is good?  How is it that often in the toughest of circumstances, profound love and community rises to the surface, leaving one with deep gratefulness in the unlikeliest of circumstances.

In the context of three stories from the Seacoast family, we look at the gift of thanksgiving. Seacoast Ashville Campus Pastor Teddy Winter shares a story of high expectations squashed by unfortunate events that his family is still processing. 

Lead Pastor Josh Surratt opens up about the gifts of thanksgiving he found during a low point when he literally fought for his life in a close call with COVID-19.

Lastly, Ragina Scott is the founder of the North Charleston non-profit  Destiny Cafe, a pay what you can cafe that serves healthy and delicious meals. Ragina shares how the city came together to support the cafe and it's mission, when a major hurdle presented potentially stifling impact to operations.   

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Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

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Many have grieved the loss of a pet and asked the question, “do pets go to heaven?” Some Christians believe that only humans have souls; therefore, only humans will live forever. But, what if there is more to the story? In his book, Will My Pet Go to Heaven?, pastor, theologian, and author Steve Wohlberg gives a biblical perspective that may offer a hopeful answer. Pastor Steve gained inspiration to write the book following a personal encounter with God after the tragic loss of his own dog.

At top of the episode, Tomelex Copeland shares the recent news of adopting a baby boy, “Champ," and discusses how this massive and beautiful life-changing event unfolded for him and his wife, Melissa.

Steve is the Speaker/Director of White Horse Media and a seasoned TV producer, radio host, seminar speaker, and author of over 40 books. He’s been featured on more than 500 radio and TV shows, captivating audiences with his deep insights and genuine warmth.

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Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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The topics of predestination and free will have been debated for centuries. On this week’s episode, we’ll hear from individuals with varying opinions on these complex topics. Bible scholar, writer, and podcaster, Chris Date believes in the theology of Calvinism (term often used synonymously for predestination) and sees one’s salvation as something that God predetermined and that only individuals whom God chose will live with him for eternity. Chris and Joey Svendsen are joined by Pastor Chip Judd to discuss this belief. Chris and Chip also share sharp opinions on whether a person’s actions or choices are authored by God and if he controls the outcome.

At top of the episode, Tomelex Copeland, Roy Jacques, Lynne Stroy and Joey have their own discussion on predestination and they revisit a conversation from an earlier episode and assess whether it’s possible for a person to remain quiet in a stressful, high pressure situation.

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Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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Member of the NBA Hall of Fame and MVP of the 1975 NBA Finals, Rick Barry joins Joey Svendsen and Tomelex Copeland to talk about the values that have shaped him into the man he is today. Hard work and grit earned Rick a NBA Championship ring and a 90% free throw shooting average—all while throwing the basketball underhand. The retired professional basketball player also shares his opinions on why we shouldn’t compare different NBA eras.

At top of episode, hosts, Joey Svendsen, Luke Gaikwad, Lynne Stroy, and Amy Worley discuss how emotions play a large role in the media we watch. They specifically dive into a true story about ten men who plotted to kill Reverend Billy Graham during a revival, but God had other plans. Nine of the men left having received the grace of Jesus. Then, Luke, Lynne, Joey, and Amy turn their attention to the Chosen TV series and reflect on how watching the episodes sparks an emotional response and they discuss how the series has personally impacted each of their lives.

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Joey Svendsen / Instagram
Amy Worley / Instagram  

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

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Last year, in episode 67, "Should Christians Watch Horror Movies," a panel discussion comprised of Seacoast family shared why watching horror films poses no personal moral conflicts, many even citing reasons why these movies can be good and informing. But today, Lynne Stroy brings a different Biblical perspective and disagrees with these perspectives.

Also on today’s episode is Jack Hoey, Ciarrah Lindsay, Amy Worley, and Joey Svendsen, who have their own response to this form of entertainment. After substantial pushback to last year’s episode, the five of them turn to the morals of general violence in movies and discuss some unrealistic, over-the-top violence in movies like the John Wick series and whether the violence in historical movies like Saving Private Ryan and Schindler's List adds value to the viewing experience. 

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Jack Hoey / Instagram 
Ciarrah Lindsay / Instagram
Amy Worley / Instagram  
Joey Svendsen / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Music, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

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"But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him? Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.” – 1 John 3:17

Kicking things off with some dialogue surrounding many Christians' tendency to be bashful about owning anything fancy; but this extended episode runs deep.  We’re having three different conversations with all three introducing listeners to people and organizations who not only believe the Gospel, but are set on living it out—“in deed and in truth." At the top of the episode, Joey and Lynne discuss with Roy and Tomelex her recent Seacoast Mission trip to Pakistan and then we'll hear from these two other organizations who are laboring out of love for their fellowman:

Global Water Center / Website / Give / Instagram 
"Equipping leaders to solve the global water crisis together."

Carry 117 / Website / Give / Instagram
"WE hire at-risk women in Korah, Ethiopia, train them to measure, cut, and sew, and provide them with a job. Each month, they earn a paycheck, which in turn allows them to provide for themselves and their families. They can send their own kids to school, feed their family, and save for the future they dream of."

Seacoast Church Missions / Website / Give
"We are fighting poverty, seeking justice, and bringing hope by serving the vulnerable, forgotten and under-served.






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Ashley Bohinc (Executive Dir.) and Henok Berhanu, CEO, Carry 117
TJ Johnston, CEO, Global Water Center
Lynne Stroy, host, Seacoast Missions Volunteer / Instagram 
Tomelex Copeland, host / Facebook
Roy Jacques, host / Facebook
Joey Svendsen, host / Instagram

Executive Producer: Josh Surratt
Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen
Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price
Sound Engineer: Katelyn Vandiver

Theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music
Other music: Derek Minor 

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