In the first chapter of John, we encounter the first testimony of who Jesus is. But how did John the Baptist know Jesus was THE Messiah? John 1:31 reveals how John came to know who Jesus was and why he stepped aside for His ministry.

Verses 1-18 are considered the "intro" of John. So, what story would John choose to begin his gospel of Jesus Christ in the next verses? It's a testimony from John the Baptist about who he is and who he says Jesus is. Pastor Luke unpacks who John the Baptist is NOT and more importantly who John the Baptist points to!

This week on Beyond the Pulpit we sit down with Caleb Thompson, Campus Fellowship director and Pastoral Resident, to talk about what's going on this summer with Campus Fellowship and his experience as a Pastoral Resident. June also marks Pride Month in most of the western world. We spend some time discussing how Christians should think and act in response. Want to ask a question for our next podcast? Email: [email protected] and put Beyond the Pulpit in the subject line Text: 515-200-1652 and include keyword beyondthepulpit at the beginning.

What does it mean that Jesus dwelt among men? Pastor Dan Rude unpacks the importance of understanding who Jesus was when He was here on earth and why he "dwelt among us."

John was written by the apostle John to help us understand better who Jesus is through 7 specific signs, statements, and witnesses.

Where are you placing your hope? In Romans 8, Paul wants to build up people's confidence in who God is and what He is doing in their lives if they have accepted Christ.

This week on Beyond the Pulpit we take a look at two key passages as it relates to Deacons in the Bible. Want to ask a question for our next podcast? Email: [email protected] and put Beyond the Pulpit in the subject line Text: 515-200-1652 and include keyword beyondthepulpit at the beginning.

Suffering. Why is there suffering? What causes it? Pastor Dan Rude explains how Romans 8 gives us perspective on suffering and an understanding that can give us hope.

How do you know if you have the Spirit? Another way to word that question is "How do you know if you're a Christian?" As we discussed last week, you cannot be a Christian without the Spirit. Paul continues to describe evidence of having the Spirit and a clear example of what being led by the Spirit looks like!

It is so important to understand the Holy Spirit and what He does. In this message, Pastor Dan Rude answers 4 questions related to who the Holy Spirit is, why He matters, and what He does in our lives.