Can you have unity without agreeing on everything? In this episode of HC Conversations, Phil and Paul recap a whirlwind weekend that included a last-minute sermon pivot due to a fever, a trip to the historic Cane Ridge revival site, and deep insights from the RENEW National Gathering.

The guys dive into the heart of Hope Community’s mission: making disciples of Jesus who are transformed by truth, sent on mission, and live in unity. They break down what it actually means to be a disciple using the "Three-Fold Definition" from Matthew 4:19—following, being transformed, and joining the mission.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Plurality of Elders: Why having a team of leaders is God’s design for the church.
• The Three Buckets of Theology: How to distinguish between "Hills to Die On" (essentials like the Resurrection), "Hills to Get Bloodied Over" (important issues like baptism or gender), and "Personal Items" (third-tier disagreements like the age of the earth).
• Discipleship vs. Mercy Ministry: Why feeding the hungry is what disciples do, but isn't a substitute for making disciples.
• The History of the Restoration Movement: Highlights from their visit to Cane Ridge, Kentucky.

HC Conversations is a podcast from Hope Community Church in Minerva, Ohio. New episodes follow our weekend messages as we journey through the Bible together. Visit us at hcminerva.church