Sunday morning sermons from the Bullard Church of Christ.These are the Sunday morning sermons from the Bullard Church of Christ in Bullard, TX. If you're in the area, we invite you to worship and fellowship with us. Please visit our website for times. https://www.bullardchurchofchrist.com/https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/sunday-sermonsSun, 06 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000enLightpostCopyright Bullard Church of ChristReligion & Spiritualityhttps://lightpost-podcasts.us-southeast-1.linodeobjects.com/images/48/48--SR0A--podcastsPROFILE.jpeghttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-good-news-in-galatians-ch-4Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +000069ef75d1e5f0eGalatians 4. In the letter Paul wrote to the Christians in Galatia, he is straining to communicate to them that being a Christian is the best thing possible. He wants them to know that there’s nothing better than being a Christian. And the pure gospel is all they need. They don’t need to add anything or take anything away. Remember, the false teachers had been telling these Christians that to truly be right with God they had to observe the ceremonial laws of the law of Moses. They wanted to add to the gospel. They taught that you can’t just be a Christian, but you have to add something to that. That’s what denominationalism is. It’s adding to and taking away instead of just being a Christian – and Paul is pleading with the Galatians to just be Christians.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:36falseThe Good News in Galatians - ch. 3Galatians 3. Paul is the one who taught the Galatians about Jesus, and he can’t believe they’ve been so easily led astray by these false teachers that came through teaching Gentile Christians that to be truly right with God they have to follow some parts of the old law in addition to putting their faith in Jesus.Galatians 3. Paul is the one who taught the Galatians about Jesus, and he can’t believe they’ve been so easily led astray by these false teachers that came through teaching Gentile Christians that to be truly right with God they have to follow some parts of the old law in addition to putting their faith in Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-good-news-in-galatians-ch-3Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +000069e66aff3d8bdGalatians 3. Paul is the one who taught the Galatians about Jesus, and he can’t believe they’ve been so easily led astray by these false teachers that came through teaching Gentile Christians that to be truly right with God they have to follow some parts of the old law in addition to putting their faith in Jesus. He asked a series of questions to get them to think back about when they became Christians. Paul shows the Galatians that living by faith does not include following the law of Moses by going further back in time to Abraham. God's people are to live by faith in Jesus. Let's consider what that looks like in our lives. Howell FergusonHowell Ferguson00:29:59falseWhen You're Down and OutBro. Howell Ferguson and his wife were with us this morning. He shared about the great work of the Chimala Mission in Bible class and preached a great sermon.Bro. Howell Ferguson and his wife were with us this morning. He shared about the great work of the Chimala Mission in Bible class and preached a great sermon.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/when-youre-down-and-outSun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +000069dd0a1c60511Bro. Howell Ferguson and his wife were with us this morning. He shared about the great work of the Chimala Mission in Bible class and preached a great sermon.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:35falseThe Good News in Galatians - ch. 2Galatians 2. False teachers wanted the Gentiles who became Christians to also follow some of the old law and taught them that they weren’t right with God until they also followed the law. This is Paul’s whole point in writing this letter to them – to show them that Jesus is enough. Jesus is sufficient.Galatians 2. False teachers wanted the Gentiles who became Christians to also follow some of the old law and taught them that they weren’t right with God until they also followed the law. This is Paul’s whole point in writing this letter to them – to show them that Jesus is enough. Jesus is sufficient.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-good-news-in-galatians-ch-2Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +000069d3c7f7d3de0Galatians 2. False teachers wanted the Gentiles who became Christians to also follow some of the old law and taught them that they weren’t right with God until they also followed the law. This is Paul’s whole point in writing this letter to them – to show them that Jesus is enough. Jesus is sufficient. But Paul couldn’t have talked about the new life he had in Jesus and the blessings of being in Christ, if Jesus had not been raised from the dead. If he had stayed in the tomb none of this would matter. The Bible tells us that Jesus was declared to be the Son of God by his resurrection from the dead. What does that mean? It means that Jesus had finished the work God sent him to do. He had accomplished making our salvation possible.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:36falseThe Good News in Galatians - ch. 1Galatians 1. It has been said that Galatians is a commentary on Jn. 8:31-32, where Jesus said, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free", because the gospel frees us. The truth that Jesus taught gives us true freedom.Galatians 1. It has been said that Galatians is a commentary on Jn. 8:31-32, where Jesus said, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free", because the gospel frees us. The truth that Jesus taught gives us true freedom.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-good-news-in-galatians-ch-1Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +000069ca8de3319d8Galatians 1. It has been said that Galatians is a commentary on Jn. 8:31-32, where Jesus said, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free", because the gospel frees us. The truth that Jesus taught gives us true freedom. Paul writes to the churches in Galatia because they have been led astray by false teachers teaching a "different gospel" that Paul says is no gospel at all. It is a distorted version of the gospel. False doctrine is sneaky. We have to be careful what we believe. We should strive to believe what Jesus taught, passed on to the apostles, who taught the people, and was recorded in the inspired Word of God, and not anything more.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:41:11falseHow God Saves SinnersActs 21:37-22:16. This morning’s sermon is aimed at helping people see clearly about how God saves sinners. You’ve heard different beliefs, but we want to do is look at the Bible and follow what it teaches. We want you to be sure you’re sure because your eternal life matters!Acts 21:37-22:16. This morning’s sermon is aimed at helping people see clearly about how God saves sinners. You’ve heard different beliefs, but we want to do is look at the Bible and follow what it teaches. We want you to be sure you’re sure because your eternal life matters!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/how-god-saves-sinnersSun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +000069c15b718b9f5Acts 21:37-22:16. There’s a common belief that a person is saved when they say they believe in Jesus. It’s taught that at the point a person puts their faith in Jesus, whether that’s in the privacy of their home, at a worship event, at a campout, or at any time, then they’re saved. It’s usually taught that you need to say certain words or a say a prayer that accepts Jesus and then you’re saved. All of this would be fine if, in fact, that’s what the Bible teaches. But is it what the Bible teaches? How do we know if something is true? We have to look at Scripture and see what the Bible teaches. As we get into our study, I want to point out that there’s actually no Scripture where a person is told to pray a prayer to be saved. Baptism is never described in the Bible as an outward sign of an inward grace, or a going public with your faith. In every NT passage where baptism and salvation are mentioned together, baptism always comes before salvation. (Mk. 16:16; Acts 2:38; 1 Pt. 3:21). All the early church leaders after the apostles believed and taught that baptism was necessary for salvation. For 1,500 years baptism for salvation was not questioned. It wasn’t until the Reformation, which began in 1517, that this was questioned. The concept of baptism being an outward sign of an inward faith is relatively new, only coming about in the last 500 years. How then, can it be true?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:51falseJesus the Christ: ReceivedMatthew 27:22-23. In this series we’ve looked at how Jesus the Christ was promised, how he was presented to the world as the Christ, how he was revealed by the testimony of witnesses to be the Christ, and this morning we’ll conclude this series by looking at how Jesus was received by people as the Christ.Matthew 27:22-23. In this series we’ve looked at how Jesus the Christ was promised, how he was presented to the world as the Christ, how he was revealed by the testimony of witnesses to be the Christ, and this morning we’ll conclude this series by looking at how Jesus was received by people as the Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-the-christ-receivedSun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +000069b808e852d3fMatthew 27:22-23. In this series we’ve looked at how Jesus the Christ was promised, how he was presented to the world as the Christ, how he was revealed by the testimony of witnesses to be the Christ, and this morning we’ll conclude this series by looking at how Jesus was received by people as the Christ. Jesus was rejected by many, but he was also received by many. Those who rejected him sent him to the cross like a criminal, but the cross was the very reason he came and the reason we receive him. What have you done with Jesus?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:21:00falseJesus the Christ: RevealedJohn 5:30-47. The Jewish authorities had already been challenging Jesus' authority and even looking for ways to destroy him and he gave four witnesses that revealed he was the Christ.John 5:30-47. The Jewish authorities had already been challenging Jesus' authority and even looking for ways to destroy him and he gave four witnesses that revealed he was the Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-the-christ-revealedSun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +000069aee1a73be80John 5:30-47. The Jewish authorities had already been challenging Jesus' authority and even looking for ways to destroy him and he gave four witnesses that revealed he was the Christ. Jesus was revealed as Christ, Lord, Savior, and King, yet they would continue to reject him and therefore reject salvation. But for those who put their faith in him, their lives were changed forever. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:51falseJesus the Christ: PresentedMatthew 1:1-2:12. In this lesson, we want to look at when Jesus first came into the world, the first time the world got a look at Jesus when he was born into this world.Matthew 1:1-2:12. In this lesson, we want to look at when Jesus first came into the world, the first time the world got a look at Jesus when he was born into this world.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-the-christ-presentedSun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +000069a59ac9a0effMatthew 1:1-2:12. In this lesson, we want to look at when Jesus first came into the world, the first time the world got a look at Jesus when he was born into this world. Last week, we looked at Isaiah 53, which promised the Savior would come and suffer for our sins. Isaiah also prophesied in Isaiah 9:6-7, "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given…" telling about the Savior who would be born into this world. What you do with Jesus effects the rest of your life on earth and in eternity. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:16falseJesus the Christ: PromisedIsaiah 53:1-12. God told of the coming Savior through his prophet Isaiah hundreds of years before Jesus came. He told us that God would send his servant to suffer for our sins so we could be saved from them. This was a greater deliverance than they would get from Babylonian captivity, because it was deliverance from captivity of sin and eternal death.Isaiah 53:1-12. God told of the coming Savior through his prophet Isaiah hundreds of years before Jesus came. He told us that God would send his servant to suffer for our sins so we could be saved from them. This was a greater deliverance than they would get from Babylonian captivity, because it was deliverance from captivity of sin and eternal death.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-the-christ-promisedSun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000699c9e5154820Isaiah 53:1-12. The point of the Bible is Jesus. The Old Testament, Genesis-Malachi, is about Jesus coming. In New Testament, the gospels, Matthew-John, tell us Jesus is here, and Acts-Revelation are about Jesus coming back. God told of the coming Savior through his prophet Isaiah hundreds of years before Jesus came. He told us that God would send his servant to suffer for our sins so we could be saved from them. This was a greater deliverance than they would get from Babylonian captivity, because it was deliverance from captivity of sin and eternal death.Matt PerkinsMatt Perkins00:33:22falseLove Your Church: EvangelizingRevelation 2:1-7. If we neglect to evangelize we cannot be surprised when the church declines and dies. This happens if we lose sight of our mission to tell others about Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-evangelizingSun, 15 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +000069934c2665e4dRevelation 2:1-7. If we neglect to evangelize we cannot be surprised when the church declines and dies. This happens if we lose sight of our mission to tell others about Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:35falseLove Your Church: SendingJesus has sent every New Testament Christian out on a mission. He has sent us out to accomplish the most important mission of all humankind – to continue the mission he gave his twelve apostles; to be his witnesses by telling others about him.Jesus has sent every New Testament Christian out on a mission. He has sent us out to accomplish the most important mission of all humankind – to continue the mission he gave his twelve apostles; to be his witnesses by telling others about him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-sendingSun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +00006989fc934531cActs 1:6-11. When a person is sent out to do something they are trusted to accomplish the task. Whether it be parents sending their child to buy milk and bread at the grocery store, or soldiers sent to rescue someone from harm, they were sent for a reason. Jesus has sent every New Testament Christian out on a mission. He has sent us out to accomplish the most important mission of all humankind – to continue the mission he gave his twelve apostles; to be his witnesses by telling others about him.Jake Sledge, Matt Perkins, Kenley DoverJake Sledge, Matt Perkins, Kenley Dover00:32:20falseLove Your Church: Serving1 Peter 4:10-11. Today was our annual "Service Sunday" where we have a shorter sermon followed by presentations about ways to get involved in the work of the church. 1 Peter 4:10-11. Today was our annual "Service Sunday" where we have a shorter sermon followed by presentations about ways to get involved in the work of the church. https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-servingSun, 01 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +00006980c7dc8bc791 Peter 4:10-11. Today was our annual "Service Sunday" where we have a shorter sermon followed by presentations from Matt Perkins and Kenley Dover about ways to get involved in the work of the church. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:22:26falseThe Value of the KingdomMatthew 13:44-46. In this lesson, we’re going to look at two short parables that tell us about the value of the kingdom of God.Matthew 13:44-46. In this lesson, we’re going to look at two short parables that tell us about the value of the kingdom of God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-value-of-the-kingdomSun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +00006975994f163b8Matthew 13:44-46. In this lesson, we’re going to look at two short parables that tell us about the value of the kingdom of God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:42falseLove Your Church: GatheringHebrews 12:18-29. Gathering for various occasions is something people do. This morning, we’re going to look at the value of gathering as the Lord’s church.Hebrews 12:18-29. Gathering for various occasions is something people do. This morning, we’re going to look at the value of gathering as the Lord’s church.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-gatheringSun, 18 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000696e4713e48a6Hebrews 12:18-29. Gathering for various occasions is something people do. This morning, we’re going to look at the value of gathering as the Lord’s church. In our text we see that those in Christ, 1) Are gathered to God and to many other heavenly blessings; 2) Should listen to God; and 3) Should be grateful to God for his kingdom and salvation and therefore worship God as he wants to be worshiped.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:52falseLove Your Church: WelcomingRomans 15:1-7. Have you walked up to the front door of a home, and the owners had a mat at the front door that said, “Welcome”? If you didn’t know the people, but saw their welcome mat, you probably assume they mean it, but you won’t know until you knock on their door, will you? It’s not until you interact with them that you actually know if they mean what they say. How do you know if you’re welcome somewhere? Because they have a sign? No. It’s based on how they treat you, right?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-welcomingSun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000696556402630dRomans 15:1-7. Have you walked up to the front door of a home, and the owners had a mat at the front door that said, “Welcome”? If you didn’t know the people, but saw their welcome mat, you probably assume they mean it, but you won’t know until you knock on their door, will you? It’s not until you interact with them that you actually know if they mean what they say. How do you know if you’re welcome somewhere? Because they have a sign? No. It’s based on how they treat you, right? In the Lord’s church, we have to put out the welcome mat, but we have to mean it. We have to make sure that we show we are welcoming. Welcoming to who? We first think of visitors, but we also have to be welcoming of one another. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:01falseLove Your Church: BelongingGalatians 3:26-29. Everyone wants to belong. In fact, God created us with a need for relationships; a need to belong. Galatians 3:26-29. Everyone wants to belong. In fact, God created us with a need for relationships; a need to belong. https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-your-church-belongingSun, 04 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000695be25770805Galatians 3:26-29. Everyone wants to belong. In fact, God created us with a need for relationships; a need to belong. The New Testament shows us that every Christian should belong to a local church. Yes, when you become a Christian, you’re a part of Jesus’ church in a general sense, but the idea of a Lone Ranger Christian, a solo Christian unattached to a local church is foreign to the New Testament.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:44falseTherefore - Romans 5:1-21In Romans5, there are four “therefore's”, and even though this is considered one of the more difficult passages to understand, we want to look at Romans 5 to see what we learn from these "therefore's". We won’t be able to cover every detail, but we’ll understand the big idea of God’s message for us that Romans 5 shows us the blessing of salvation we have in Jesus and makes God’s grace and love that much sweeter.In Romans5, there are four “therefore's”, and even though this is considered one of the more difficult passages to understand, we want to look at Romans 5 to see what we learn from these "therefore's". We won’t be able to cover every detail, but we’ll understand the big idea of God’s message for us that Romans 5 shows us the blessing of salvation we have in Jesus and makes God’s grace and love that much sweeter.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-romans-51-21Sun, 28 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000695290a2627f7In Romans5, there are four “therefore's”, and even though this is considered one of the more difficult passages to understand, we want to look at Romans 5 to see what we learn from these "therefore's". We won’t be able to cover every detail, but we’ll understand the big idea of God’s message for us that Romans 5 shows us the blessing of salvation we have in Jesus and makes God’s grace and love that much sweeter. Romans 5 reminds us of God’s great love, his glorious grace, and the incredible lengths he went through to make forgiveness and salvation possible for us. And it’s all about Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:18falseTherefore - Matthew 28:16-20The gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, tell us about the works and words of Jesus. This morning, we’re looking at the last words of Jesus recorded in Matthew’s gospel where we find our next “therefore” and we’ll see what Jesus has to say to us.The gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, tell us about the works and words of Jesus. This morning, we’re looking at the last words of Jesus recorded in Matthew’s gospel where we find our next “therefore” and we’ll see what Jesus has to say to us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-matthew-2816-20Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000694962bdc10f2The gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, tell us about the works and words of Jesus. This morning, we’re looking at the last words of Jesus recorded in Matthew’s gospel where we find our next “therefore” and we’ll see what Jesus has to say to us. The lesson we learn is that because Jesus has all authority as the Son of God and the Christ, he is to be obeyed, and he gives this one instruction – Go make disciples.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:06falseTherefore - Matthew 21:33-46It’s the Tuesday before the Friday Jesus would be crucified and in Matthew 21, Jesus is in Jerusalem in the Jewish temple and he’s going to tell a story about some wicked farmers who had been entrusted with a landowner’s vineyard. This parable has something to say to the religious leaders of the Jewish people, the future of God’s people, and also to us today.It’s the Tuesday before the Friday Jesus would be crucified and in Matthew 21, Jesus is in Jerusalem in the Jewish temple and he’s going to tell a story about some wicked farmers who had been entrusted with a landowner’s vineyard. This parable has something to say to the religious leaders of the Jewish people, the future of God’s people, and also to us today.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-matthew-2133-46Sun, 14 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000694019ded5cc7It’s the Tuesday before the Friday Jesus would be crucified and in Matthew 21, Jesus is in Jerusalem in the Jewish temple and he’s going to tell a story about some wicked farmers who had been entrusted with a landowner’s vineyard. This parable has something to say to the religious leaders of the Jewish people, the future of God’s people, and also to us today. In vs. 43 we’re told the “kingdom of God will be taken away from the Pharisees and given to a people producing its fruits.” What does that mean? 1. Their time as leaders of God’s people was coming to an end. 2. God’s kingdom would be given to another people who would be faithful and fruitful. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:59falseTherefore - Romans 12:1-2In Romans 12:1, Paul has an urgent plea. He desperately wanted the Christians reading this letter to understand something and do something that was extremely important. Paul pleads with Christians to do this urgent thing because of all God has done for us.In Romans 12:1, Paul has an urgent plea. He desperately wanted the Christians reading this letter to understand something and do something that was extremely important. Paul pleads with Christians to do this urgent thing because of all God has done for us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-romans-121-2Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +00006936dae3d6158In Romans 12:1, Paul has an urgent plea. He desperately wanted the Christians reading this letter to understand something and do something that was extremely important. Paul pleads with Christians to do this urgent thing because of all God has done for us. What is that urgent thing? To offer ourselves to God as living sacrifices. Then, Paul tells us how we can do that. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:49falseTherefore - Colossians 3:1-17Colossians 3:1-17. In our passage today on the theme of “Therefore”, Paul says three times, “Therefore”, and each time he has something more to say to Christians about how to live as a Christ follower.Colossians 3:1-17. In our passage today on the theme of “Therefore”, Paul says three times, “Therefore”, and each time he has something more to say to Christians about how to live as a Christ follower.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-colossians-31-17Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000692da6d243728Colossians 3:1-17. In our passage today on the theme of “Therefore”, Paul says three times, “Therefore”, and each time he has something more to say to Christians about how to live as a Christ follower. Paul gives us practical examples of qualities we need to put off in our lives and qualities we need to put on. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:57falseTherefore - 1 Corinthians 15:50-58Paul assures Christians that they have a victory waiting for them when Jesus does return. It’s because of this victory that Christians have in Jesus that we should live a certain way here on earth. Paul assures Christians that they have a victory waiting for them when Jesus does return. It’s because of this victory that Christians have in Jesus that we should live a certain way here on earth. https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-1-corinthians-1550-58Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +00006924894cde93eHave you ever had the same kind of experience where you worked hard at something and then it was a big fail? It can leave you feeling pretty upset, can’t it? Even spiritually, have you ever felt like your effort didn’t matter? Like you tried, but you don’t see progress? You don’t see the results you expected? Maybe others let you down. Maybe you wondered if any of this faith stuff even matters. Let’s look at 1 Corinthians 15 and we’ll see what God has to say about our efforts to serve him and let’s see if it’s going to be worth it.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:40falseTherefore - Matthew 6:19-34Matthew 6:19-34. Jesus gives us three choices we make and everyone makes these choices. We must choose our treasure, choose how we look at life, and choose our master. For those who choose to treasure the things of God, set their eyes on the things of God, and choose the good and perfect God as their master, they can therefore face life with faith instead of anxiety. Matthew 6:19-34. Jesus gives us three choices we make and everyone makes these choices. We must choose our treasure, choose how we look at life, and choose our master. For those who choose to treasure the things of God, set their eyes on the things of God, and choose the good and perfect God as their master, they can therefore face life with faith instead of anxiety. https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/therefore-matthew-619-34Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000691b3e65346bcMatthew 6:19-34. Jesus gives us three choices we make and everyone makes these choices. We must choose our treasure, choose how we look at life, and choose our master. For those who choose to treasure the things of God, set their eyes on the things of God, and choose the good and perfect God as their master, they can therefore face life with faith instead of anxiety. Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:50falseLove and Faith: Imitate Good3 John. The apostle John wrote his third letter to a close friend and one of the main points, the main point we want to make this morning, is to “Imitate Good”. Verse 11 of 3 John simply says, “do not imitate evil but imitate good”. John makes it very clear: followers of Jesus are to imitate is that which is good, not evil. There are a lot of things to imitate in our culture, but the Bible says we’re to make sure the things we imitate are good. “Good” here means what is upright and acceptable to God. It’s not just whatever you say is “good”.3 John. The apostle John wrote his third letter to a close friend and one of the main points, the main point we want to make this morning, is to “Imitate Good”. Verse 11 of 3 John simply says, “do not imitate evil but imitate good”. John makes it very clear: followers of Jesus are to imitate is that which is good, not evil. There are a lot of things to imitate in our culture, but the Bible says we’re to make sure the things we imitate are good. “Good” here means what is upright and acceptable to God. It’s not just whatever you say is “good”.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-imitate-goodSun, 09 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +000069121373435913 John. The apostle John wrote his third letter to a close friend and one of the main points, the main point we want to make this morning, is to “Imitate Good”. Verse 11 of 3 John simply says, “do not imitate evil but imitate good”. John makes it very clear: followers of Jesus are to imitate is that which is good, not evil. There are a lot of things to imitate in our culture, but the Bible says we’re to make sure the things we imitate are good. “Good” here means what is upright and acceptable to God. It’s not just whatever you say is “good”.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:43falseLove and Faith: Be Faithful to the Truth2 John. Love letters are less common today than they used to be. Today people would more likely text or direct message, but there is something nice about a written letter. 2 John is a unique kind of letter. The apostle John wrote to another congregation while he lived in Ephesus like he was writing to a woman he loved. In 2 John we find that John immediately speaks of “the truth”. John wrote in his first letter about following God’s truth and not being deceived and falling away from the truth. Truth is very important. You can’t know God without knowing his truth. You can’t be saved without learning of God’s truth. And you can’t maintain your salvation, as John has explained, without remaining faithful to God’s truth.2 John. Love letters are less common today than they used to be. Today people would more likely text or direct message, but there is something nice about a written letter. 2 John is a unique kind of letter. The apostle John wrote to another congregation while he lived in Ephesus like he was writing to a woman he loved. In 2 John we find that John immediately speaks of “the truth”. John wrote in his first letter about following God’s truth and not being deceived and falling away from the truth. Truth is very important. You can’t know God without knowing his truth. You can’t be saved without learning of God’s truth. And you can’t maintain your salvation, as John has explained, without remaining faithful to God’s truth.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-be-faithful-to-the-truthSun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +00006908c1bac6b0a2 John. Love letters are less common today than they used to be. Today people would more likely text or direct message, but there is something nice about a written letter. 2 John is a unique kind of letter. The apostle John wrote to another congregation while he lived in Ephesus like he was writing to a woman he loved. In 2 John we find that John immediately speaks of “the truth”. John wrote in his first letter about following God’s truth and not being deceived and falling away from the truth. Truth is very important. You can’t know God without knowing his truth. You can’t be saved without learning of God’s truth. And you can’t maintain your salvation, as John has explained, without remaining faithful to God’s truth.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:57falseLove and Faith: Hold on to Your Faith1 John 5:1-21. Like the last few words of wisdom you might give in a conversation with someone you care about, John closes his letter with essentially one main point: Hold on to your faith. John explains how Christians can know they have eternal life. He then reminds us we need to believe in Jesus as he is revealed by God in Scripture. And finally, John writes some things about holding on to our faith with a surprising ending.1 John 5:1-21. Like the last few words of wisdom you might give in a conversation with someone you care about, John closes his letter with essentially one main point: Hold on to your faith. John explains how Christians can know they have eternal life. He then reminds us we need to believe in Jesus as he is revealed by God in Scripture. And finally, John writes some things about holding on to our faith with a surprising ending.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-hold-on-to-your-faithSun, 26 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +000068ff8a76b5a541 John 5:1-21. Like the last few words of wisdom you might give in a conversation with someone you care about, John closes his letter with essentially one main point: Hold on to your faith. John explains how Christians can know they have eternal life. He then reminds us we need to believe in Jesus as he is revealed by God in Scripture. And finally, John writes some things about holding on to our faith with a surprising ending.William ChenWilliam Chen00:34:38falseChristian GivingWilliam Chen visited us to share about his mission work with the Chinese Bible School and preached during worship on the subject of "Christian Giving". He showed us the nine different words in the New Testament Greek that are used for various forms of giving and how Christians share in the work of communicating the gospel and worshiping God in various forms of giving.William Chen visited us to share about his mission work with the Chinese Bible School and preached during worship on the subject of "Christian Giving". He showed us the nine different words in the New Testament Greek that are used for various forms of giving and how Christians share in the work of communicating the gospel and worshiping God in various forms of giving.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/christian-givingSun, 19 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +000068f64c661118cWilliam Chen visited us to share about his mission work with the Chinese Bible School and preached during worship on the subject of "Christian Giving". He showed us the nine different words in the New Testament Greek that are used for various forms of giving and how Christians share in the work of communicating the gospel and worshiping God in various forms of giving.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:32falseLove and Faith: Remember God's Love1 John 4:1-21. John is writing to Christians who have seen several fall away, believing in false doctrines, and he writes to urge them to remember the gospel they first heard, to be faithful to God, and to remember his great love. John gives us a litmus test for your spiritual condition. He says if you say you love God, the true test of that is if you love others. Loving others shows that God’s love has changed you.1 John 4:1-21. John is writing to Christians who have seen several fall away, believing in false doctrines, and he writes to urge them to remember the gospel they first heard, to be faithful to God, and to remember his great love. John gives us a litmus test for your spiritual condition. He says if you say you love God, the true test of that is if you love others. Loving others shows that God’s love has changed you.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-remember-gods-loveSun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +000068ed019a787eb1 John 4:1-21. John is writing to Christians who have seen several fall away, believing in false doctrines, and he writes to urge them to remember the gospel they first heard, to be faithful to God, and to remember his great love. John gives us a litmus test for your spiritual condition. He says if you say you love God, the true test of that is if you love others. Loving others shows that God’s love has changed you.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:41falseLove and Faith: Love Like You're Supposed To1 John 3:11-24. John returns to the subject of love again and reminds his readers that they’ve heard that they’re supposed to love one another from the very first time they heard the gospel of Jesus, and he’ll prove how important loving one another is in this passage. Here’s one of the main points John makes: Loving one another proves we love Jesus.1 John 3:11-24. John returns to the subject of love again and reminds his readers that they’ve heard that they’re supposed to love one another from the very first time they heard the gospel of Jesus, and he’ll prove how important loving one another is in this passage. Here’s one of the main points John makes: Loving one another proves we love Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-love-like-youre-supposed-toSun, 05 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +000068e3ba35a0f0f1 John 3:11-24. John returns to the subject of love again and reminds his readers that they’ve heard that they’re supposed to love one another from the very first time they heard the gospel of Jesus, and he’ll prove how important loving one another is in this passage. Here’s one of the main points John makes: Loving one another proves we love Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:01falseLove and Faith: Remember Who You Are1 John 2:18-3:10. We've all seen the TV shows where the main character develops amnesia after some trauma to the head and they can't remember who they are, their family, or what they're supposed to be doing. While it's a far-fetched depiction of amnesia, it raises a question for Christians. Is it possible for Christians to develop spiritual amnesia? In our passage today, we see that John wrote to these Christians to urge them to remember who they were in Christ and abide in him, not being deceived by false teachers.1 John 2:18-3:10. We've all seen the TV shows where the main character develops amnesia after some trauma to the head and they can't remember who they are, their family, or what they're supposed to be doing. While it's a far-fetched depiction of amnesia, it raises a question for Christians. Is it possible for Christians to develop spiritual amnesia? In our passage today, we see that John wrote to these Christians to urge them to remember who they were in Christ and abide in him, not being deceived by false teachers.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-remember-who-you-areSun, 28 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +000068da7774669341 John 2:18-3:10. We've all seen the TV shows where the main character develops amnesia after some trauma to the head and they can't remember who they are, their family, or what they're supposed to be doing. While it's a far-fetched depiction of amnesia, it raises a question for Christians. Is it possible for Christians to develop spiritual amnesia? In our passage today, we see that John wrote to these Christians to urge them to remember who they were in Christ and abide in him, not being deceived by false teachers.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:56falseLove and Faith: Keep His Word1 John 2:1-17. Think about what you do for someone close to you to express your love for them. It could be any number of things. Do certain chores around the house, take them out to eat, buy them something special. What is it you like for others to do for you to show their love for you? In his gospel, John recorded these words of Jesus in Jn. 14:15, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments." Jesus says to his disciples this is how you show me you love me. John also wrote about that in our text for this morning.1 John 2:1-17. Think about what you do for someone close to you to express your love for them. It could be any number of things. Do certain chores around the house, take them out to eat, buy them something special. What is it you like for others to do for you to show their love for you? In his gospel, John recorded these words of Jesus in Jn. 14:15, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments." Jesus says to his disciples this is how you show me you love me. John also wrote about that in our text for this morning.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-keep-his-wordSun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +000068d153d34cb981 John 2:1-17. Think about what you do for someone close to you to express your love for them. It could be any number of things. Do certain chores around the house, take them out to eat, buy them something special. What is it you like for others to do for you to show their love for you? In his gospel, John recorded these words of Jesus in Jn. 14:15, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments." Jesus says to his disciples this is how you show me you love me. John also wrote about that in our text for this morning.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:12falseLove and Faith: Stay in His Light1 John 1:1-10. Love and faith are two things that are very important to many people. In our last days and moments, what will matter most to us is the people we love and our faith in God. There are a whole lot of people who claim to be Christians but walk in darkness. They do what they want to do, talk like the world, and you can’t tell by looking at their life or their social media that they’ve ever heard of Jesus. In other words, John is saying, you can say you’re a Christian all you want, but if you walk in darkness you’re lying and are not in fellowship with Christ and his church. Here’s the good news, the other side of the coin. If we choose to stay walking in the light, then we remain in fellowship with Christ and his church. It’s our choice. We have continued access to forgiveness of sins.1 John 1:1-10. Love and faith are two things that are very important to many people. In our last days and moments, what will matter most to us is the people we love and our faith in God. There are a whole lot of people who claim to be Christians but walk in darkness. They do what they want to do, talk like the world, and you can’t tell by looking at their life or their social media that they’ve ever heard of Jesus. In other words, John is saying, you can say you’re a Christian all you want, but if you walk in darkness you’re lying and are not in fellowship with Christ and his church. Here’s the good news, the other side of the coin. If we choose to stay walking in the light, then we remain in fellowship with Christ and his church. It’s our choice. We have continued access to forgiveness of sins.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/love-and-faith-stay-in-his-lightSun, 14 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +000068c821952bfdc1 John 1:1-10. Love and faith are two things that are very important to many people. In our last days and moments, what will matter most to us is the people we love and our faith in God. There are a whole lot of people who claim to be Christians but walk in darkness. They do what they want to do, talk like the world, and you can’t tell by looking at their life or their social media that they’ve ever heard of Jesus. In other words, John is saying, you can say you’re a Christian all you want, but if you walk in darkness you’re lying and are not in fellowship with Christ and his church. Here’s the good news, the other side of the coin. If we choose to stay walking in the light, then we remain in fellowship with Christ and his church. It’s our choice. We have continued access to forgiveness of sins.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:24falseLeading Others to Christ1 Corinthians 15:1-4. In this stand-alone sermon, we look at a basic way to explain the gospel to someone and look at how people in the Bible responded to the good news of Jesus when they believed in him. There's certainly more to study and discuss, but this provides a few Scriptures and points that can be memorized and shared.1 Corinthians 15:1-4. In this stand-alone sermon, we look at a basic way to explain the gospel to someone and look at how people in the Bible responded to the good news of Jesus when they believed in him. There's certainly more to study and discuss, but this provides a few Scriptures and points that can be memorized and shared.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/leading-others-to-christSun, 07 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +000068bee17e314511 Corinthians 15:1-4. In this stand-alone sermon, we look at a basic way to explain the gospel to someone and look at how people in the Bible responded to the good news of Jesus when they believed in him. There's certainly more to study and discuss, but this provides a few Scriptures and points that can be memorized and shared.Robert HallRobert Hall00:32:44falseBe StrongEphesians 6:10. Bro. Robert Hall with India Mission visited this morning and preached a powerful sermon about being strong in the Lord.Ephesians 6:10. Bro. Robert Hall with India Mission visited this morning and preached a powerful sermon about being strong in the Lord.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/be-strongSun, 31 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +000068b71c7970568Ephesians 6:10. Bro. Robert Hall with India Mission visited this morning and preached a powerful sermon about being strong in the Lord.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:12falseProgressive Christianity: This Life over the AfterlifeMatthew 16:26. Think of the needs you have in your life. Think of the needs of the people around you. We could come up with a long list of real needs. Add to that all the human suffering and struggles around the world and it’s overwhelming, isn’t it? This is the last lesson in this series about progressive Christian beliefs. Remember, by progressive we mean to progress beyond, to go beyond what Scripture teaches. We’re looking at the belief that this life matters more than the afterlife. It says the afterlife, if it is real, will take care of itself if we spend all our effort fighting injustice and alleviating suffering. That this is the Christian’s highest call. What should a Christian believe? What does the Bible say?Matthew 16:26. Think of the needs you have in your life. Think of the needs of the people around you. We could come up with a long list of real needs. Add to that all the human suffering and struggles around the world and it’s overwhelming, isn’t it? This is the last lesson in this series about progressive Christian beliefs. Remember, by progressive we mean to progress beyond, to go beyond what Scripture teaches. We’re looking at the belief that this life matters more than the afterlife. It says the afterlife, if it is real, will take care of itself if we spend all our effort fighting injustice and alleviating suffering. That this is the Christian’s highest call. What should a Christian believe? What does the Bible say?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/progressive-christianity-this-life-over-the-afterlifeSun, 24 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +000068ac60941f9a6Matthew 16:26. Think of the needs you have in your life. Think of the needs of the people around you. We could come up with a long list of real needs. Add to that all the human suffering and struggles around the world and it’s overwhelming, isn’t it? This is the last lesson in this series about progressive Christian beliefs. Remember, by progressive we mean to progress beyond, to go beyond what Scripture teaches. We’re looking at the belief that this life matters more than the afterlife. It says the afterlife, if it is real, will take care of itself if we spend all our effort fighting injustice and alleviating suffering. That this is the Christian’s highest call. What should a Christian believe? What does the Bible say?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:43falseProgressive Christianity: Individuality over Unity1 Corinthians 12:12. “You do you”, “Live your truth” are some phrases you’ve heard and things many people believe are words to live by. Today’s culture puts great value on independence and individuality; on doing what you want to do; following your personal interests, desires, and goals because they are always more important than the group. The progressive Christian belief that says the individual matters more than the group, and the church stifles individuality and wants conformity. What should Christians believe?1 Corinthians 12:12. “You do you”, “Live your truth” are some phrases you’ve heard and things many people believe are words to live by. Today’s culture puts great value on independence and individuality; on doing what you want to do; following your personal interests, desires, and goals because they are always more important than the group. The progressive Christian belief that says the individual matters more than the group, and the church stifles individuality and wants conformity. What should Christians believe?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/progressive-christianity-individuality-over-unitySun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +000068a326607c6931 Corinthians 12:12. “You do you”, “Live your truth” are some phrases you’ve heard and things many people believe are words to live by. Today’s culture puts great value on independence and individuality; on doing what you want to do; following your personal interests, desires, and goals because they are always more important than the group. The progressive Christian belief that says the individual matters more than the group, and the church stifles individuality and wants conformity. What should Christians believe?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:57falseProgressive Christianity: Grace over Right Belief1 Timothy 4:16. Progressive Christianity prioritizes morality over doctrine. It says how you live, how you behave is more important that what you believe. That what really matters to God is that you’re a good and gracious and kind person and the particulars about what you believe don’t matter near as much. What if teaching people good theology, good doctrine, where they understood the Word of God thoroughly is not the problem, but is actually the solution?1 Timothy 4:16. Progressive Christianity prioritizes morality over doctrine. It says how you live, how you behave is more important that what you believe. That what really matters to God is that you’re a good and gracious and kind person and the particulars about what you believe don’t matter near as much. What if teaching people good theology, good doctrine, where they understood the Word of God thoroughly is not the problem, but is actually the solution?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/progressive-christianity-grace-over-right-beliefSun, 10 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +00006899fccb1c5a51 Timothy 4:16. Progressive Christianity prioritizes morality over doctrine. It says how you live, how you behave is more important that what you believe. That what really matters to God is that you’re a good and gracious and kind person and the particulars about what you believe don’t matter near as much. What if teaching people good theology, good doctrine, where they understood the Word of God thoroughly is not the problem, but is actually the solution?Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:25:42falseAre You Ready?This Sunday morning was our Back-to-School service and our Youth Minister, Kenley Dover, preached about being ready to hold on to your faith.This Sunday morning was our Back-to-School service and our Youth Minister, Kenley Dover, preached about being ready to hold on to your faith.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/are-you-readySun, 03 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +00006890d0560156fThis Sunday morning was our Back-to-School service and our Youth Minister, Kenley Dover, preached about being ready to hold on to your faith.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:20:23falseProgressive Christianity: Affirming over Redeeming1 Timothy 1:15-16. Imagine if Jesus came to earth just to affirm our worth and value and to say we’re fine just how we are. Even better, Jesus loves us for who we are and he’s going to help us reach our potential on earth. Did Jesus come to affirm you and help you fulfill your potential, or did he come to redeem you from sin?1 Timothy 1:15-16. Imagine if Jesus came to earth just to affirm our worth and value and to say we’re fine just how we are. Even better, Jesus loves us for who we are and he’s going to help us reach our potential on earth. Did Jesus come to affirm you and help you fulfill your potential, or did he come to redeem you from sin?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/progressive-christianity-affirming-over-redeemingSun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +00006887a6ed002e81 Timothy 1:15-16. Imagine if Jesus came to earth just to affirm our worth and value and to say we’re fine just how we are. Even better, Jesus loves us for who we are and he’s going to help us reach our potential on earth. Did Jesus come to affirm you and help you fulfill your potential, or did he come to redeem you from sin?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:20falseProgressive Christianity: Life Model over Lord and SaviorPhilippians 3:20. Was Jesus just a moral teacher? Was he just a wise sage giving philosophical advice to help you live your best life now? Or was Jesus more than that? Progressive Christianity tells us that Christianity is about us being good and kind, and that God just wants us to be happy. The belief is that God isn’t too involved in our daily lives, but he’s there for us if we need him or want something from him. The problem is that this watered-down version of Christianity strips Christianity of its Christ. This then, isn’t biblical Christianity at all, it’s a deepfake version. It might sound like and look like Christianity, but it’s not Christianity.Philippians 3:20. Was Jesus just a moral teacher? Was he just a wise sage giving philosophical advice to help you live your best life now? Or was Jesus more than that? Progressive Christianity tells us that Christianity is about us being good and kind, and that God just wants us to be happy. The belief is that God isn’t too involved in our daily lives, but he’s there for us if we need him or want something from him. The problem is that this watered-down version of Christianity strips Christianity of its Christ. This then, isn’t biblical Christianity at all, it’s a deepfake version. It might sound like and look like Christianity, but it’s not Christianity.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/progressive-christianity-life-model-over-lord-and-saviorSun, 20 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000687e6252802a0Philippians 3:20. Was Jesus just a moral teacher? Was he just a wise sage giving philosophical advice to help you live your best life now? Or was Jesus more than that? Progressive Christianity tells us that Christianity is about us being good and kind, and that God just wants us to be happy. The belief is that God isn’t too involved in our daily lives, but he’s there for us if we need him or want something from him. The problem is that this watered-down version of Christianity strips Christianity of its Christ. This then, isn’t biblical Christianity at all, it’s a deepfake version. It might sound like and look like Christianity, but it’s not Christianity.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:28falseWhat God Does with Your Sin: Three Things He Doesn't DoPsalm 103:10; Psalm 32:2 There are three things God doesn’t do when it comes to our sin: 1. God doesn’t deal with us according to our sins. 2. God doesn’t repay us according to our iniquities. 3. God doesn’t count our iniquity against us. Why does God not deal with us according to our sins, and repay us according to our sin, and count our sins against us? Because on the cross, God dealt with Jesus according to our sins. He repaid Jesus for our sins, and he counted our sins against Jesus. This forgiveness from God is gained by being in Christ. The, we live to praise and glorify God!Psalm 103:10; Psalm 32:2 There are three things God doesn’t do when it comes to our sin: 1. God doesn’t deal with us according to our sins. 2. God doesn’t repay us according to our iniquities. 3. God doesn’t count our iniquity against us. Why does God not deal with us according to our sins, and repay us according to our sin, and count our sins against us? Because on the cross, God dealt with Jesus according to our sins. He repaid Jesus for our sins, and he counted our sins against Jesus. This forgiveness from God is gained by being in Christ. The, we live to praise and glorify God!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-god-does-with-your-sin-three-things-he-doesnt-doSun, 13 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +000068751dfcb99b1Psalm 103:10; Psalm 32:2 There are three things God doesn’t do when it comes to our sin: 1. God doesn’t deal with us according to our sins. 2. God doesn’t repay us according to our iniquities. 3. God doesn’t count our iniquity against us. Why does God not deal with us according to our sins, and repay us according to our sin, and count our sins against us? Because on the cross, God dealt with Jesus according to our sins. He repaid Jesus for our sins, and he counted our sins against Jesus. This forgiveness from God is gained by being in Christ. The, we live to praise and glorify God!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:49falseWhat God Does With Your Sin: He Has Blotted out Your SinIsaiah 43:25. Do you remember the Etch-a-Sketch toys? You could be creative and detailed, or just play around with it. And if you messed up, what could you do? Erase it, right? Shake it a little and everything would be gone, and your screen was clear. In a similar way, that’s what God does with our sins. We’re going to look at Isaiah 43:25 where the Bible says God has blotted out your sins.Isaiah 43:25. Do you remember the Etch-a-Sketch toys? You could be creative and detailed, or just play around with it. And if you messed up, what could you do? Erase it, right? Shake it a little and everything would be gone, and your screen was clear. In a similar way, that’s what God does with our sins. We’re going to look at Isaiah 43:25 where the Bible says God has blotted out your sins.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-god-does-with-your-sin-he-has-blotted-out-your-sinSun, 06 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000686bdf974e58eIsaiah 43:25. Do you remember the Etch-a-Sketch toys? You could be creative and detailed, or just play around with it. And if you messed up, what could you do? Erase it, right? Shake it a little and everything would be gone, and your screen was clear. In a similar way, that’s what God does with our sins. We’re going to look at Isaiah 43:25 where the Bible says God has blotted out your sins.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:42falseWhat God Does with Your Sin: He Has Forgiven YouPsalm 32:1-2. 2. Psalm 32 was written by David and written after Psalm 51, the most well-known psalm of confession that David wrote after his sin against Bathsheba and Uriah. It’s highly likely that David wrote Psalm 32 about the same event and is looking back at his terrible sin and remembering God’s forgiveness. David expresses the severity of sin and the magnitude of God’s forgiveness. He wants to express that no matter how terrible your sin is, God’s forgiveness is thorough and complete. God’s forgiveness is so powerful it cleanses you from all forms of sin. God forgiving us of our sins is the greatest blessing we could ever receive because it means you’re not lost in your sins. It means you have an eternal home with God in heaven. True happiness comes from knowing your sins are forgiven.Psalm 32:1-2. 2. Psalm 32 was written by David and written after Psalm 51, the most well-known psalm of confession that David wrote after his sin against Bathsheba and Uriah. It’s highly likely that David wrote Psalm 32 about the same event and is looking back at his terrible sin and remembering God’s forgiveness. David expresses the severity of sin and the magnitude of God’s forgiveness. He wants to express that no matter how terrible your sin is, God’s forgiveness is thorough and complete. God’s forgiveness is so powerful it cleanses you from all forms of sin. God forgiving us of our sins is the greatest blessing we could ever receive because it means you’re not lost in your sins. It means you have an eternal home with God in heaven. True happiness comes from knowing your sins are forgiven.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-god-does-with-your-sin-he-has-forgiven-youSun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +00006862a7480ea79Psalm 32:1-2. 2. Psalm 32 was written by David and written after Psalm 51, the most well-known psalm of confession that David wrote after his sin against Bathsheba and Uriah. It’s highly likely that David wrote Psalm 32 about the same event and is looking back at his terrible sin and remembering God’s forgiveness. David expresses the severity of sin and the magnitude of God’s forgiveness. He wants to express that no matter how terrible your sin is, God’s forgiveness is thorough and complete. God’s forgiveness is so powerful it cleanses you from all forms of sin. God forgiving us of our sins is the greatest blessing we could ever receive because it means you’re not lost in your sins. It means you have an eternal home with God in heaven. True happiness comes from knowing your sins are forgiven.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:59falseWhat God Does with Your Sin: He Laid it Upon His SonIsaiah 53:6. Jesus came into this world to take away sin so we don’t have to get what we deserve because of our sin. We can be saved by the grace of God and instead of eternal death, we can have eternal life. Isaiah said "All we...have gone astray". In other words, all have sinned. But the end of that verse says God laid on Christ the sin of "us all". God did this because he wants us to be saved in Christ. Either Jesus bears the wrath of God in your place, or you bear it yourself on Judgment Day.Isaiah 53:6. Jesus came into this world to take away sin so we don’t have to get what we deserve because of our sin. We can be saved by the grace of God and instead of eternal death, we can have eternal life. Isaiah said "All we...have gone astray". In other words, all have sinned. But the end of that verse says God laid on Christ the sin of "us all". God did this because he wants us to be saved in Christ. Either Jesus bears the wrath of God in your place, or you bear it yourself on Judgment Day.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-god-does-with-your-sin-he-laid-it-upon-his-sonSun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +00006859614437c4fIsaiah 53:6. Jesus came into this world to take away sin so we don’t have to get what we deserve because of our sin. We can be saved by the grace of God and instead of eternal death, we can have eternal life. Isaiah said "All we...have gone astray". In other words, all have sinned. But the end of that verse says God laid on Christ the sin of "us all". God did this because he wants us to be saved in Christ. Either Jesus bears the wrath of God in your place, or you bear it yourself on Judgment Day.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:57falseLies about Love: Love is Easy1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Is love always easy? We like to think it is. We may wish it was. Maybe we have a belief that real love is easy and the love I share with someone is sometimes hard, then maybe it’s not real love and there’s a problem. So, what’s the truth? 1 Corinthians 13 is often called “The Love Chapter” because Paul gives a wonderful description of love. If you notice, Paul says what love is and what love isn’t. He shows us how to identify true love, the love that we learn from God and what we are to share with others. When we look at these words that describe love, we’re looking at the kind of love God wants his people to live by.1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Is love always easy? We like to think it is. We may wish it was. Maybe we have a belief that real love is easy and the love I share with someone is sometimes hard, then maybe it’s not real love and there’s a problem. So, what’s the truth? 1 Corinthians 13 is often called “The Love Chapter” because Paul gives a wonderful description of love. If you notice, Paul says what love is and what love isn’t. He shows us how to identify true love, the love that we learn from God and what we are to share with others. When we look at these words that describe love, we’re looking at the kind of love God wants his people to live by.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-is-easySun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +00006850337a5ad421 Corinthians 13:4-7. Is love always easy? We like to think it is. We may wish it was. Maybe we have a belief that real love is easy and the love I share with someone is sometimes hard, then maybe it’s not real love and there’s a problem. So, what’s the truth? 1 Corinthians 13 is often called “The Love Chapter” because Paul gives a wonderful description of love. If you notice, Paul says what love is and what love isn’t. He shows us how to identify true love, the love that we learn from God and what we are to share with others. When we look at these words that describe love, we’re looking at the kind of love God wants his people to live by.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:11falseLies about Love: Love is Love1 John 4:7-12. The popular phrase, "Love is love" suggests that all love, in any form, is equally valid. It implies that there are no boundaries to love. It says that each individual gets to define for themselves what they believe love to be, and everyone else should affirm everyone else's personal definition of love. Is that the truth? When we examine God's Word on this subject we find that love does have moral boundaries, that love can be sinful, and we're reminded that Christians are to be identified by godly love because God is love. God's love is supreme, and it is his love by which we are to love one another.1 John 4:7-12. The popular phrase, "Love is love" suggests that all love, in any form, is equally valid. It implies that there are no boundaries to love. It says that each individual gets to define for themselves what they believe love to be, and everyone else should affirm everyone else's personal definition of love. Is that the truth? When we examine God's Word on this subject we find that love does have moral boundaries, that love can be sinful, and we're reminded that Christians are to be identified by godly love because God is love. God's love is supreme, and it is his love by which we are to love one another.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-is-loveSun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +00006846f2f7a9ae91 John 4:7-12. The popular phrase, "Love is love" suggests that all love, in any form, is equally valid. It implies that there are no boundaries to love. It says that each individual gets to define for themselves what they believe love to be, and everyone else should affirm everyone else's personal definition of love. Is that the truth? When we examine God's Word on this subject we find that love does have moral boundaries, that love can be sinful, and we're reminded that Christians are to be identified by godly love because God is love. God's love is supreme, and it is his love by which we are to love one another.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:31falseLies about Love: Love Always Grows Over Time1 Corinthians 13:8. The thought of a life-long loving relationship is a wonderful and beautiful thing. It may be a spouse, parent, grandparent, or close friend. But is it guaranteed that love will grow over time? Not every relationship continues to grow in love. Paul wrote, "Love never ends". What kind of love is this? How does this kind of love never end or fail? What we'll discover is that this kind of love is "agape" love that we receive from God, learn from God, return it to God, and give it to others. Understanding this will help your marriage and all other relationships in your life, including your relationship with God.1 Corinthians 13:8. The thought of a life-long loving relationship is a wonderful and beautiful thing. It may be a spouse, parent, grandparent, or close friend. But is it guaranteed that love will grow over time? Not every relationship continues to grow in love. Paul wrote, "Love never ends". What kind of love is this? How does this kind of love never end or fail? What we'll discover is that this kind of love is "agape" love that we receive from God, learn from God, return it to God, and give it to others. Understanding this will help your marriage and all other relationships in your life, including your relationship with God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-always-grows-over-timeSun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000683dabd84d9ce1 Corinthians 13:8. The thought of a life-long loving relationship is a wonderful and beautiful thing. It may be a spouse, parent, grandparent, or close friend. But is it guaranteed that love will grow over time? Not every relationship continues to grow in love. Paul wrote, "Love never ends". What kind of love is this? How does this kind of love never end or fail? What we'll discover is that this kind of love is "agape" love that we receive from God, learn from God, return it to God, and give it to others. Understanding this will help your marriage and all other relationships in your life, including your relationship with God.Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:28:21falseLies about Love: Love and Lust are the SameProverbs 31:30-31. Are you falling in love or falling in lust? How do you know the difference? You have to know what real, true love is to love someone. Culture pushes us towards lust instead of love. But, as we learn from Scripture, true beauty and love are found deeper than looks.Proverbs 31:30-31. Are you falling in love or falling in lust? How do you know the difference? You have to know what real, true love is to love someone. Culture pushes us towards lust instead of love. But, as we learn from Scripture, true beauty and love are found deeper than looks.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-and-lust-are-the-sameSun, 25 May 2025 12:00:00 +000068348c738a4ffProverbs 31:30-31. Are you falling in love or falling in lust? How do you know the difference? You have to know what real, true love is to love someone. Culture pushes us towards lust instead of love. But, as we learn from Scripture, true beauty and love are found deeper than looks.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:13falseLies about Love: Love Happens at First SightRomans 5:6-8. What really draws you to a person is not love, but attraction. It might be their looks or personality that get your attention and draw you to them. And we think those feelings are love. The Bible says, “God is love” and he created us to love, so it’s natural that we would have feelings of love for others. But I want us to see that true love is deeper than feelings and initial attraction. We’ve got to learn to love from God who is love, and he proved his love for us when we were totally unlovable.Romans 5:6-8. What really draws you to a person is not love, but attraction. It might be their looks or personality that get your attention and draw you to them. And we think those feelings are love. The Bible says, “God is love” and he created us to love, so it’s natural that we would have feelings of love for others. But I want us to see that true love is deeper than feelings and initial attraction. We’ve got to learn to love from God who is love, and he proved his love for us when we were totally unlovable.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-happens-at-first-sightSun, 18 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000682b429cd408cRomans 5:6-8. What really draws you to a person is not love, but attraction. It might be their looks or personality that get your attention and draw you to them. And we think those feelings are love. The Bible says, “God is love” and he created us to love, so it’s natural that we would have feelings of love for others. But I want us to see that true love is deeper than feelings and initial attraction. We’ve got to learn to love from God who is love, and he proved his love for us when we were totally unlovable.Matt PerkinsMatt Perkins00:30:29falseLies about Love: Love is Always a Warm FeelingPhilippians 2:5-8. If you watch romantic comedies, you see a few things that jump out very quickly. When you love someone or something: You always feel butterflies; Love means you’re always happy with/around that person; Loving someone is always easy; Love means you’re never mad at the other person. Most of us are probably well aware that the stereotypes we see in these movies aren’t true. Perhaps we always knew that, perhaps time and experience have taught us some of these things. Love is often much messier, much more demanding, much harder than that. Love is taking care of people, even when you’re mad at them. Love is providing for people, even when you don’t think they deserve it. Love is disciplining or correcting someone, even when you know they will get angry at you, because you know it is best for them. Love is giving the benefit of the doubt, even when someone’s words or actions make you want to think or believe the worst about someone. As we start our new series this week, let's explore the lie about love, that love is always a warm feeling.Philippians 2:5-8. If you watch romantic comedies, you see a few things that jump out very quickly. When you love someone or something: You always feel butterflies; Love means you’re always happy with/around that person; Loving someone is always easy; Love means you’re never mad at the other person. Most of us are probably well aware that the stereotypes we see in these movies aren’t true. Perhaps we always knew that, perhaps time and experience have taught us some of these things. Love is often much messier, much more demanding, much harder than that. Love is taking care of people, even when you’re mad at them. Love is providing for people, even when you don’t think they deserve it. Love is disciplining or correcting someone, even when you know they will get angry at you, because you know it is best for them. Love is giving the benefit of the doubt, even when someone’s words or actions make you want to think or believe the worst about someone. As we start our new series this week, let's explore the lie about love, that love is always a warm feeling.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lies-about-love-love-is-always-a-warm-feelingSun, 11 May 2025 12:00:00 +00006822096bba733Philippians 2:5-8. If you watch romantic comedies, you see a few things that jump out very quickly. When you love someone or something: You always feel butterflies; Love means you’re always happy with/around that person; Loving someone is always easy; Love means you’re never mad at the other person. Most of us are probably well aware that the stereotypes we see in these movies aren’t true. Perhaps we always knew that, perhaps time and experience have taught us some of these things. Love is often much messier, much more demanding, much harder than that. Love is taking care of people, even when you’re mad at them. Love is providing for people, even when you don’t think they deserve it. Love is disciplining or correcting someone, even when you know they will get angry at you, because you know it is best for them. Love is giving the benefit of the doubt, even when someone’s words or actions make you want to think or believe the worst about someone. As we start our new series this week, let's explore the lie about love, that love is always a warm feeling.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:17falseA Psalm in My Soul: The Lord ReignsPsalm 93. The theme of this psalm is that God reigns. God is King. God is in control. He created the universe and all that is in it and it's all his. This psalm also mentions the mighty power of the waves and floods of the sea. That's a poetic way of describing the troubles of life and wickedness in the world that seem so mighty. But the psalmist says, God is mightier than the troubles and wickedness of this world and we can trust in him and every word he has spoken. We also see how this psalm finds fulfillment in Jesus who is God's provision for our salvation from the troubles and wickedness in this life.Psalm 93. The theme of this psalm is that God reigns. God is King. God is in control. He created the universe and all that is in it and it's all his. This psalm also mentions the mighty power of the waves and floods of the sea. That's a poetic way of describing the troubles of life and wickedness in the world that seem so mighty. But the psalmist says, God is mightier than the troubles and wickedness of this world and we can trust in him and every word he has spoken. We also see how this psalm finds fulfillment in Jesus who is God's provision for our salvation from the troubles and wickedness in this life.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-the-lord-reignsSun, 04 May 2025 12:00:00 +00006818db425ffc7Psalm 93. The theme of this psalm is that God reigns. God is King. God is in control. He created the universe and all that is in it and it's all his. This psalm also mentions the mighty power of the waves and floods of the sea. That's a poetic way of describing the troubles of life and wickedness in the world that seem so mighty. But the psalmist says, God is mightier than the troubles and wickedness of this world and we can trust in him and every word he has spoken. We also see how this psalm finds fulfillment in Jesus who is God's provision for our salvation from the troubles and wickedness in this life.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:01falseA Psalm in My Soul: The Lord is Our StrongholdPsalm 37. Psalm 37 is a wisdom psalm written by David. But this time, it’s not a prayer or a song, like we usually see. In this psalm, David takes on the role of a teacher writing to students to give instructions on how to respond to the success of the wicked. David tells us not to fret over the apparent success of evildoers, but to trust in the Lord and do good. In the end, God's children will receive their reward of the eternal promised land and be with God forever.Psalm 37. Psalm 37 is a wisdom psalm written by David. But this time, it’s not a prayer or a song, like we usually see. In this psalm, David takes on the role of a teacher writing to students to give instructions on how to respond to the success of the wicked. David tells us not to fret over the apparent success of evildoers, but to trust in the Lord and do good. In the end, God's children will receive their reward of the eternal promised land and be with God forever.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-the-lord-is-our-strongholdSun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000680f972159a21Psalm 37. Psalm 37 is a wisdom psalm written by David. But this time, it’s not a prayer or a song, like we usually see. In this psalm, David takes on the role of a teacher writing to students to give instructions on how to respond to the success of the wicked. David tells us not to fret over the apparent success of evildoers, but to trust in the Lord and do good. In the end, God's children will receive their reward of the eternal promised land and be with God forever.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:12falseA Psalm in My Soul: Jesus our SaviorPsalm 22. David spoke these words about himself and his desperate situation, and didn’t know that one day the Messiah would use these same words while on the cruel cross and cry out to God as he suffered for us, and that they would describe more details about the crucifixion. But, as we'll see, there is a clear shift from a prayer for help to a praise for help as David is answered and rescued by God, and it also describes God hearing Jesus' cry from the cross and answering him in the resurrection!Psalm 22. David spoke these words about himself and his desperate situation, and didn’t know that one day the Messiah would use these same words while on the cruel cross and cry out to God as he suffered for us, and that they would describe more details about the crucifixion. But, as we'll see, there is a clear shift from a prayer for help to a praise for help as David is answered and rescued by God, and it also describes God hearing Jesus' cry from the cross and answering him in the resurrection!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-jesus-our-saviorSun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +000068065a41a21c8Psalm 22. David spoke these words about himself and his desperate situation, and didn’t know that one day the Messiah would use these same words while on the cruel cross and cry out to God as he suffered for us, and that they would describe more details about the crucifixion. But, as we'll see, there is a clear shift from a prayer for help to a praise for help as David is answered and rescued by God, and it also describes God hearing Jesus' cry from the cross and answering him in the resurrection!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:22:25falseA Psalm in My Soul: Search Me, O GodPsalm 139. This psalm by David expresses great praise to God and great desire to follow God's ways. David says he knows God knows him, he knows God is with him, he knows God made him, and we see that God matters to David and he only wants to walk in God's ways.Psalm 139. This psalm by David expresses great praise to God and great desire to follow God's ways. David says he knows God knows him, he knows God is with him, he knows God made him, and we see that God matters to David and he only wants to walk in God's ways.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-search-me-o-godSun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +000067fd41966d601Psalm 139. This psalm by David expresses great praise to God and great desire to follow God's ways. David says he knows God knows him, he knows God is with him, he knows God made him, and we see that God matters to David and he only wants to walk in God's ways.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:24falseA Psalm in My Soul: Unless the Lord Builds the HousePsalm 127. This psalm tells us that unless we depend on God's guidance and blessings and align our plans with his purposes, all our efforts are empty and pointless. We also learn some things about how to build a God-centered family.Psalm 127. This psalm tells us that unless we depend on God's guidance and blessings and align our plans with his purposes, all our efforts are empty and pointless. We also learn some things about how to build a God-centered family.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-unless-the-lord-builds-the-houseSun, 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +000067f3db32050faPsalm 127. This psalm tells us that unless we depend on God's guidance and blessings and align our plans with his purposes, all our efforts are empty and pointless. We also learn some things about how to build a God-centered family.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:28falseA Psalm in My Soul: Sit at My Right HandPsalm 110. David was looking ahead to the day when the Christ, who was his son as a descendent, but also the Son of God, would take his place on the throne as king of God’s people. He was more than a human king. He was divinity. So, David called him “Lord”. Because Jesus sits at God’s right hand in heaven, it means he has accomplished salvation for all who put their faith in him.Psalm 110. David was looking ahead to the day when the Christ, who was his son as a descendent, but also the Son of God, would take his place on the throne as king of God’s people. He was more than a human king. He was divinity. So, David called him “Lord”. Because Jesus sits at God’s right hand in heaven, it means he has accomplished salvation for all who put their faith in him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-sit-at-my-right-handSun, 30 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +000067ea9848e8727Psalm 110. David was looking ahead to the day when the Christ, who was his son as a descendent, but also the Son of God, would take his place on the throne as king of God’s people. He was more than a human king. He was divinity. So, David called him “Lord”. Because Jesus sits at God’s right hand in heaven, it means he has accomplished salvation for all who put their faith in him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:49falseA Psalm in My Soul: God is My Strength and My Portion ForeverPsalm 73. In this psalm, we find Asaph who is one of God’s priests in Israel, in a low spot in his faith as he looks over at the other side, at the unrighteous, and begins to think their grass looks greener, and he almost walks away from his faith. Have you ever been there? Have you ever been through a time when life just has you fed up and beat down? You’ve devoted yourself to God, but it seems like you take one step forward and two steps back, and you’ve begun to wonder if living for God is even worth it. But, Asaph thought about where his path would end and where their path would end. And that’s what he needed to remember.Psalm 73. In this psalm, we find Asaph who is one of God’s priests in Israel, in a low spot in his faith as he looks over at the other side, at the unrighteous, and begins to think their grass looks greener, and he almost walks away from his faith. Have you ever been there? Have you ever been through a time when life just has you fed up and beat down? You’ve devoted yourself to God, but it seems like you take one step forward and two steps back, and you’ve begun to wonder if living for God is even worth it. But, Asaph thought about where his path would end and where their path would end. And that’s what he needed to remember.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-god-is-my-strength-and-my-portion-foreverSun, 23 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +000067e16e723f33dPsalm 73. In this psalm, we find Asaph who is one of God’s priests in Israel, in a low spot in his faith as he looks over at the other side, at the unrighteous, and begins to think their grass looks greener, and he almost walks away from his faith. Have you ever been there? Have you ever been through a time when life just has you fed up and beat down? You’ve devoted yourself to God, but it seems like you take one step forward and two steps back, and you’ve begun to wonder if living for God is even worth it. But, Asaph thought about where his path would end and where their path would end. And that’s what he needed to remember.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:08falseA Psalm in My Soul: Create in Me a Clean Heart, O GodPsalm 51. King David was in a terrible mess. He had done some awful things. Psalm 51 is the prayer David prayed to God after he had come face to face with the darkness and ugliness of his sin. To some degree, all of us can relate to David because we’ve all sinned and have seen its effects in our own life and in the lives of others. We’ve seen the destruction and ugliness of sin, and we’ve longed for God’s grace and mercy to make us clean. And all that David prayed and longed for, God’s grace and mercy, his forgiveness and love, find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ.Psalm 51. King David was in a terrible mess. He had done some awful things. Psalm 51 is the prayer David prayed to God after he had come face to face with the darkness and ugliness of his sin. To some degree, all of us can relate to David because we’ve all sinned and have seen its effects in our own life and in the lives of others. We’ve seen the destruction and ugliness of sin, and we’ve longed for God’s grace and mercy to make us clean. And all that David prayed and longed for, God’s grace and mercy, his forgiveness and love, find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-create-in-me-a-clean-heart-o-godSun, 16 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +000067d83cf826c06Psalm 51. King David was in a terrible mess. He had done some awful things. Psalm 51 is the prayer David prayed to God after he had come face to face with the darkness and ugliness of his sin. To some degree, all of us can relate to David because we’ve all sinned and have seen its effects in our own life and in the lives of others. We’ve seen the destruction and ugliness of sin, and we’ve longed for God’s grace and mercy to make us clean. And all that David prayed and longed for, God’s grace and mercy, his forgiveness and love, find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:38:03falseA Psalm in My Soul: The Way of the Righteous and the WickedPsalm 1. Psalm 1 is a gateway into the whole book. It sets the stage for everything else by telling us that anyone who genuinely wants to live for God must embrace his word. It shows us that God’s way is best and leads to eternal life. You can’t walk down two roads at the same time. This opening psalm gives us a choice to make about our lives that determines everything else about our lives.Psalm 1. Psalm 1 is a gateway into the whole book. It sets the stage for everything else by telling us that anyone who genuinely wants to live for God must embrace his word. It shows us that God’s way is best and leads to eternal life. You can’t walk down two roads at the same time. This opening psalm gives us a choice to make about our lives that determines everything else about our lives.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-psalm-in-my-soul-the-way-of-the-righteous-and-the-wickedSun, 09 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +000067cf18648e90cPsalm 1. Psalm 1 is a gateway into the whole book. It sets the stage for everything else by telling us that anyone who genuinely wants to live for God must embrace his word. It shows us that God’s way is best and leads to eternal life. You can’t walk down two roads at the same time. This opening psalm gives us a choice to make about our lives that determines everything else about our lives.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:40:11falseCheerful Giving2 Corinthians 9:6-15. In verse 7, Paul tells us something that God loves. He loves a cheerful giver. Paul teaches that Christians are to give generously from the heart knowing that our giving is an act of worship to God for the indescribable gift of Jesus and salvation.2 Corinthians 9:6-15. In verse 7, Paul tells us something that God loves. He loves a cheerful giver. Paul teaches that Christians are to give generously from the heart knowing that our giving is an act of worship to God for the indescribable gift of Jesus and salvation.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/cheerful-givingSun, 02 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +000067c5c1441c8642 Corinthians 9:6-15. In verse 7, Paul tells us something that God loves. He loves a cheerful giver. Paul teaches that Christians are to give generously from the heart knowing that our giving is an act of worship to God for the indescribable gift of Jesus and salvation.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:13falseJesus and His Church: The Need for the Church2 Corinthians 5:10-21. We don’t always really need the things we think we do. More often they’re wants. Let's think about something that every person in the whole world needs. They may not realize it, and they may not even want it right now, but they need it. And that’s the Lord’s church.2 Corinthians 5:10-21. We don’t always really need the things we think we do. More often they’re wants. Let's think about something that every person in the whole world needs. They may not realize it, and they may not even want it right now, but they need it. And that’s the Lord’s church.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-need-for-the-churchSun, 23 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +000067bc88d09b9b22 Corinthians 5:10-21. We don’t always really need the things we think we do. More often they’re wants. Let's think about something that every person in the whole world needs. They may not realize it, and they may not even want it right now, but they need it. And that’s the Lord’s church.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:12falseJesus and His Church: The Hope of the Church1 Peter 1:3-5. The hope of the church is salvation in heaven. It’s not a hope like we hope ice cream goes on sale, or we hope we make it to the gas station before we run out of gas. It’s a certain and sure confidence, because when we are born again in Christ, we have salvation in him as long as we hold on to our hope.1 Peter 1:3-5. The hope of the church is salvation in heaven. It’s not a hope like we hope ice cream goes on sale, or we hope we make it to the gas station before we run out of gas. It’s a certain and sure confidence, because when we are born again in Christ, we have salvation in him as long as we hold on to our hope.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-hope-of-the-churchSun, 16 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +000067b35f44a344a1 Peter 1:3-5. The hope of the church is salvation in heaven. It’s not a hope like we hope ice cream goes on sale, or we hope we make it to the gas station before we run out of gas. It’s a certain and sure confidence, because when we are born again in Christ, we have salvation in him as long as we hold on to our hope.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:33falseJesus and His Church: The Fellowship of the Church1 John 1:6-7. If you choose to walk in the light and to follow God’s ways, then you continue to have fellowship with God and with one another. You can’t go two directions. You choose every day to walk in the light of God or in the darkness of sin. Additionally, when you choose to stay in the light, to practice God’s truth, then you have the benefit of fellowship with the church and the benefit of continual cleansing from your sins.1 John 1:6-7. If you choose to walk in the light and to follow God’s ways, then you continue to have fellowship with God and with one another. You can’t go two directions. You choose every day to walk in the light of God or in the darkness of sin. Additionally, when you choose to stay in the light, to practice God’s truth, then you have the benefit of fellowship with the church and the benefit of continual cleansing from your sins.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-fellowship-of-the-churchSun, 09 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +000067aa06b96bbb41 John 1:6-7. If you choose to walk in the light and to follow God’s ways, then you continue to have fellowship with God and with one another. You can’t go two directions. You choose every day to walk in the light of God or in the darkness of sin. Additionally, when you choose to stay in the light, to practice God’s truth, then you have the benefit of fellowship with the church and the benefit of continual cleansing from your sins.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:10falseJesus and His Church: The Organization of the ChurchEphesians 4:11-16. If you’ve ever been on a team, had a job, or been in a family, you understand the concept of organization. You understand that there are different roles with different responsibilities within any organization. The Lord’s church is no different. We like to think about the church as a family, and it certainly is. God is our Heavenly Father and has adopted us as his children, but there is a God-given organization to the church. Talking about the organization of the church matters because souls matter. We want people to be added to the Lord’s church, to mature spiritually, and help more people come to know Christ.Ephesians 4:11-16. If you’ve ever been on a team, had a job, or been in a family, you understand the concept of organization. You understand that there are different roles with different responsibilities within any organization. The Lord’s church is no different. We like to think about the church as a family, and it certainly is. God is our Heavenly Father and has adopted us as his children, but there is a God-given organization to the church. Talking about the organization of the church matters because souls matter. We want people to be added to the Lord’s church, to mature spiritually, and help more people come to know Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-organization-of-the-churchSun, 02 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +000067a0f5fb87429Ephesians 4:11-16. If you’ve ever been on a team, had a job, or been in a family, you understand the concept of organization. You understand that there are different roles with different responsibilities within any organization. The Lord’s church is no different. We like to think about the church as a family, and it certainly is. God is our Heavenly Father and has adopted us as his children, but there is a God-given organization to the church. Talking about the organization of the church matters because souls matter. We want people to be added to the Lord’s church, to mature spiritually, and help more people come to know Christ.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:23:23falseJesus and His Church: The Ministry of the ChurchMatthew 5:13-16. Christians do good works in the world around us because we want others to be blessed by those good deeds, to consider why we would do what we do, and turn to look at God.Matthew 5:13-16. Christians do good works in the world around us because we want others to be blessed by those good deeds, to consider why we would do what we do, and turn to look at God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-ministry-of-the-churchSun, 26 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +00006797aae4131b2Matthew 5:13-16. Christians do good works in the world around us because we want others to be blessed by those good deeds, to consider why we would do what we do, and turn to look at God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:06falseJesus and His Church: The Marks of the ChurchActs 2:42-27. The Lord’s church is “undenominational”, meaning it knows nothing of denominations which came after it was established. It is “predenominational”. And that church still exists today if we follow the plain teaching of Scripture. Today we’re looking at the identifying marks of the church. To do so, we turn to the beginning of the church, the earliest days of the Lord’s church to see what they did and how they lived.Acts 2:42-27. The Lord’s church is “undenominational”, meaning it knows nothing of denominations which came after it was established. It is “predenominational”. And that church still exists today if we follow the plain teaching of Scripture. Today we’re looking at the identifying marks of the church. To do so, we turn to the beginning of the church, the earliest days of the Lord’s church to see what they did and how they lived.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-marks-of-the-churchSun, 19 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000678e7ad5276d4Acts 2:42-27. The Lord’s church is “undenominational”, meaning it knows nothing of denominations which came after it was established. It is “predenominational”. And that church still exists today if we follow the plain teaching of Scripture. Today we’re looking at the identifying marks of the church. To do so, we turn to the beginning of the church, the earliest days of the Lord’s church to see what they did and how they lived.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:31falseJesus and His Church: The Owner of the ChurchMatthew 16:18. In this series, “Jesus and His Church”, we’re going to look at different subjects related to the church. The first thing we want to examine is to see who owns the church. To whom does it belong? Why is this important for us to know? Because Jesus died on the cross for our sins, and he purchased the church with his own blood that he shed on the cross. And for that reason, we need to be sure to be in the church that Jesus owns. The one that is his, not a church that someone else started, but the one Jesus built.Matthew 16:18. In this series, “Jesus and His Church”, we’re going to look at different subjects related to the church. The first thing we want to examine is to see who owns the church. To whom does it belong? Why is this important for us to know? Because Jesus died on the cross for our sins, and he purchased the church with his own blood that he shed on the cross. And for that reason, we need to be sure to be in the church that Jesus owns. The one that is his, not a church that someone else started, but the one Jesus built.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-and-his-church-the-owner-of-the-churchSun, 12 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +000067851ace73a2bMatthew 16:18. In this series, “Jesus and His Church”, we’re going to look at different subjects related to the church. The first thing we want to examine is to see who owns the church. To whom does it belong? Why is this important for us to know? Because Jesus died on the cross for our sins, and he purchased the church with his own blood that he shed on the cross. And for that reason, we need to be sure to be in the church that Jesus owns. The one that is his, not a church that someone else started, but the one Jesus built.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:29falseA New Year, New You2 Corinthians 5:17. In this lesson, we look at seven spiritual resolutions for the Christian in 2025 and are encouraged to live as new creations that serve and glorify God.2 Corinthians 5:17. In this lesson, we look at seven spiritual resolutions for the Christian in 2025 and are encouraged to live as new creations that serve and glorify God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/a-new-year-new-youSun, 05 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000677bf410bcc7b2 Corinthians 5:17. In this lesson, we look at seven spiritual resolutions for the Christian in 2025 and are encouraged to live as new creations that serve and glorify God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:30falseThe Story of the Bible - HeavenRevelation 21-22. The church is called here the new city of Jerusalem, the bride of Christ. And it is brought to the new heaven and earth, which will be the new heavenly dwelling place for God's redeemed. This is where God will dwell with his people. We will see God face to face and be in his presence forever. This is the reward of heaven – to be with God.Revelation 21-22. The church is called here the new city of Jerusalem, the bride of Christ. And it is brought to the new heaven and earth, which will be the new heavenly dwelling place for God's redeemed. This is where God will dwell with his people. We will see God face to face and be in his presence forever. This is the reward of heaven – to be with God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-heavenSun, 29 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +00006772c9d95fba7Revelation 21-22. The church is called here the new city of Jerusalem, the bride of Christ. And it is brought to the new heaven and earth, which will be the new heavenly dwelling place for God's redeemed. This is where God will dwell with his people. We will see God face to face and be in his presence forever. This is the reward of heaven – to be with God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:14falseThe Story of the Bible - ChurchActs 2:1-47. When we think of “church”, we might think of where we’re going on Sunday or Wednesday. We might think about how we have to get up early to go to church on Sunday mornings instead of sleeping in. When I was a kid, I liked seeing my friends and I liked church, but I didn’t like wearing slacks, a button up shirt, dress socks and “church shoes”, and I didn’t like trying to stay awake during the sermon! But church is more than that, isn’t it? Church is more than a place we go to, right?Acts 2:1-47. When we think of “church”, we might think of where we’re going on Sunday or Wednesday. We might think about how we have to get up early to go to church on Sunday mornings instead of sleeping in. When I was a kid, I liked seeing my friends and I liked church, but I didn’t like wearing slacks, a button up shirt, dress socks and “church shoes”, and I didn’t like trying to stay awake during the sermon! But church is more than that, isn’t it? Church is more than a place we go to, right?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-churchSun, 22 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +00006769858f8dafeActs 2:1-47. When we think of “church”, we might think of where we’re going on Sunday or Wednesday. We might think about how we have to get up early to go to church on Sunday mornings instead of sleeping in. When I was a kid, I liked seeing my friends and I liked church, but I didn’t like wearing slacks, a button up shirt, dress socks and “church shoes”, and I didn’t like trying to stay awake during the sermon! But church is more than that, isn’t it? Church is more than a place we go to, right?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:36:13falseThe Story of the Bible - JesusMatthew 1:1-6. Why is Jesus so important? Why does the OT point to Jesus? How does Jesus fit into the story of the Bible? Matthew’s focus is on Jesus’ royal lineage because he so badly wanted to convince the Jewish people that Jesus from the town of Nazareth was the one the Old Testament promised and was the Christ they had been waiting for. Jesus didn’t come to get rid of the law and the prophets. He came to fulfill them. They both were designed by God to lead us to Jesus. The whole OT pointed to Jesus, and Jesus came to fulfill all the law and the prophets. He was The Anointed One who is prophet, priest, and king for God’s people.Matthew 1:1-6. Why is Jesus so important? Why does the OT point to Jesus? How does Jesus fit into the story of the Bible? Matthew’s focus is on Jesus’ royal lineage because he so badly wanted to convince the Jewish people that Jesus from the town of Nazareth was the one the Old Testament promised and was the Christ they had been waiting for. Jesus didn’t come to get rid of the law and the prophets. He came to fulfill them. They both were designed by God to lead us to Jesus. The whole OT pointed to Jesus, and Jesus came to fulfill all the law and the prophets. He was The Anointed One who is prophet, priest, and king for God’s people.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-jesusSun, 15 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +000067605f74b9625Matthew 1:1-6. Why is Jesus so important? Why does the OT point to Jesus? How does Jesus fit into the story of the Bible? Matthew’s focus is on Jesus’ royal lineage because he so badly wanted to convince the Jewish people that Jesus from the town of Nazareth was the one the Old Testament promised and was the Christ they had been waiting for. Jesus didn’t come to get rid of the law and the prophets. He came to fulfill them. They both were designed by God to lead us to Jesus. The whole OT pointed to Jesus, and Jesus came to fulfill all the law and the prophets. He was The Anointed One who is prophet, priest, and king for God’s people.Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:28:24falseThe Story of the Bible - LawExodus 19-20. God called the people of Israel to be a display to the world of the covenant he made with them. They were to be his holy people who lived in relationship with him. God gave laws for his people to follow so they could live set apart for him. In the same way, under the new covenant, God calls Christians to be his holy people and showcase his covenant with them. And under the new covenant, we have the New Testament as God's words for us to live by as his people today. And God's guidelines are good for us and are a blessing to us.Exodus 19-20. God called the people of Israel to be a display to the world of the covenant he made with them. They were to be his holy people who lived in relationship with him. God gave laws for his people to follow so they could live set apart for him. In the same way, under the new covenant, God calls Christians to be his holy people and showcase his covenant with them. And under the new covenant, we have the New Testament as God's words for us to live by as his people today. And God's guidelines are good for us and are a blessing to us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-lawSun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000675726ea8763bExodus 19-20. God called the people of Israel to be a display to the world of the covenant he made with them. They were to be his holy people who lived in relationship with him. God gave laws for his people to follow so they could live set apart for him. In the same way, under the new covenant, God calls Christians to be his holy people and showcase his covenant with them. And under the new covenant, we have the New Testament as God's words for us to live by as his people today. And God's guidelines are good for us and are a blessing to us.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:37falseThe Story of the Bible - IsraelGenesis 12:1-3. Though sin has brought God’s curse on creation, he is still at work to recover his purpose of blessing for his creation, and Abraham is the way in which God will eventually accomplish this. God’s call to Abraham challenges him to leave his normal sources of identity and security. To obey God, Abraham had to completely trust God. He didn't even know where God would take him, but he obeyed. This is the epitome of walking by faith. God gives Abraham and Sarah a son and Isaac grows up to have two sons named Jacob and Esau. It is through Jacob’s twelve sons God will create the nation of Israel.Genesis 12:1-3. Though sin has brought God’s curse on creation, he is still at work to recover his purpose of blessing for his creation, and Abraham is the way in which God will eventually accomplish this. God’s call to Abraham challenges him to leave his normal sources of identity and security. To obey God, Abraham had to completely trust God. He didn't even know where God would take him, but he obeyed. This is the epitome of walking by faith. God gives Abraham and Sarah a son and Isaac grows up to have two sons named Jacob and Esau. It is through Jacob’s twelve sons God will create the nation of Israel.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-israelSun, 01 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000674dd364a0b3bGenesis 12:1-3. Though sin has brought God’s curse on creation, he is still at work to recover his purpose of blessing for his creation, and Abraham is the way in which God will eventually accomplish this. God’s call to Abraham challenges him to leave his normal sources of identity and security. To obey God, Abraham had to completely trust God. He didn't even know where God would take him, but he obeyed. This is the epitome of walking by faith. God gives Abraham and Sarah a son and Isaac grows up to have two sons named Jacob and Esau. It is through Jacob’s twelve sons God will create the nation of Israel.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:38falseThe Story of the Bible - FallGenesis 3:1-24. Christianity is the true story of how the world began, why the world is the way it is, what role we play in it, and how everything will end. We know there’s evil, pain, and suffering. And that begs the question, “Why?” Why is this world broken and decaying? We learned in Gen. 1-2 that God created everything, and in Gen. 1:31, God looked at all he created and said it was “very good”. If everything God made was very good, how did things get so bad? That brings us to the story of the Fall in Gen. 3. It’s the fall of mankind, when sin entered the world and everything changed. But we'll also learn that the Fall wasn't final!Genesis 3:1-24. Christianity is the true story of how the world began, why the world is the way it is, what role we play in it, and how everything will end. We know there’s evil, pain, and suffering. And that begs the question, “Why?” Why is this world broken and decaying? We learned in Gen. 1-2 that God created everything, and in Gen. 1:31, God looked at all he created and said it was “very good”. If everything God made was very good, how did things get so bad? That brings us to the story of the Fall in Gen. 3. It’s the fall of mankind, when sin entered the world and everything changed. But we'll also learn that the Fall wasn't final!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-fallSun, 24 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +00006744a49e71618Genesis 3:1-24. Christianity is the true story of how the world began, why the world is the way it is, what role we play in it, and how everything will end. We know there’s evil, pain, and suffering. And that begs the question, “Why?” Why is this world broken and decaying? We learned in Gen. 1-2 that God created everything, and in Gen. 1:31, God looked at all he created and said it was “very good”. If everything God made was very good, how did things get so bad? That brings us to the story of the Fall in Gen. 3. It’s the fall of mankind, when sin entered the world and everything changed. But we'll also learn that the Fall wasn't final!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:45falseThe Story of the Bible - CreationGenesis 1-2. Christianity is not just about how to be saved. It’s about the whole structure of reality. The faith it takes to believe that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and we’re saved through him is the same faith it takes to believe the opening words of the Bible. In this series, we’re starting with Creation, and we’ll end with Jesus returning to take his people to heaven for eternity. His people are those who believe in the God who spoke the universe into existence. Have you put your faith in the God of Creation? Are you living to glorify him?Genesis 1-2. Christianity is not just about how to be saved. It’s about the whole structure of reality. The faith it takes to believe that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and we’re saved through him is the same faith it takes to believe the opening words of the Bible. In this series, we’re starting with Creation, and we’ll end with Jesus returning to take his people to heaven for eternity. His people are those who believe in the God who spoke the universe into existence. Have you put your faith in the God of Creation? Are you living to glorify him?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-story-of-the-bible-creationSun, 17 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000673b6b24ba17cGenesis 1-2. Christianity is not just about how to be saved. It’s about the whole structure of reality. The faith it takes to believe that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and we’re saved through him is the same faith it takes to believe the opening words of the Bible. In this series, we’re starting with Creation, and we’ll end with Jesus returning to take his people to heaven for eternity. His people are those who believe in the God who spoke the universe into existence. Have you put your faith in the God of Creation? Are you living to glorify him?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:03falseColossians: Redeemed in Jesus - Sharing our LordColossians 4:2-18. Paul wraps up this letter to the Christians in the small town of Colossae. He shares some final thoughts with them as well as greetings and remarks about some Christians who have served well. He says prayer matters, our behavior matters, and our words matter when it comes to sharing the message of our Lord with those who don't know him.Colossians 4:2-18. Paul wraps up this letter to the Christians in the small town of Colossae. He shares some final thoughts with them as well as greetings and remarks about some Christians who have served well. He says prayer matters, our behavior matters, and our words matter when it comes to sharing the message of our Lord with those who don't know him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/colossians-redeemed-in-jesus-sharing-our-lordSun, 10 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +00006732350f70dccColossians 4:2-18. Paul wraps up this letter to the Christians in the small town of Colossae. He shares some final thoughts with them as well as greetings and remarks about some Christians who have served well. He says prayer matters, our behavior matters, and our words matter when it comes to sharing the message of our Lord with those who don't know him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:21falseColossians: Redeemed in Jesus - Our New LifeColossians 3:1-4:1. Paul gives several descriptions of sins that we deal with. Because you have a new life in Christ and because God has cut away sin from your life in baptism, the Bible says we’re to put to death sin in our lives. We are to bring our behaviors, our words, and our thoughts in-line with our new identity. God has taken away sin in our lives, now while we remain in this earthly life, we still have to deal with the flesh, and Paul says the Christian is to bring our bodies under the lordship and control of Christ. We are to make a break with the sinful tendencies we have. God has set us free from sin. We’ve got to stop returning to it. When you’re a Christian and you sin, the Bible is saying that you’re acting out of character with who you are.Colossians 3:1-4:1. Paul gives several descriptions of sins that we deal with. Because you have a new life in Christ and because God has cut away sin from your life in baptism, the Bible says we’re to put to death sin in our lives. We are to bring our behaviors, our words, and our thoughts in-line with our new identity. God has taken away sin in our lives, now while we remain in this earthly life, we still have to deal with the flesh, and Paul says the Christian is to bring our bodies under the lordship and control of Christ. We are to make a break with the sinful tendencies we have. God has set us free from sin. We’ve got to stop returning to it. When you’re a Christian and you sin, the Bible is saying that you’re acting out of character with who you are.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/colossians-redeemed-in-jesus-our-new-lifeSun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +00006728e7ad83b15Colossians 3:1-4:1. Paul gives several descriptions of sins that we deal with. Because you have a new life in Christ and because God has cut away sin from your life in baptism, the Bible says we’re to put to death sin in our lives. We are to bring our behaviors, our words, and our thoughts in-line with our new identity. God has taken away sin in our lives, now while we remain in this earthly life, we still have to deal with the flesh, and Paul says the Christian is to bring our bodies under the lordship and control of Christ. We are to make a break with the sinful tendencies we have. God has set us free from sin. We’ve got to stop returning to it. When you’re a Christian and you sin, the Bible is saying that you’re acting out of character with who you are.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:09falseColossians: Redeemed in Jesus - Alive in ChristColossians 2:6-23. Paul urges these Christians to walk in Christ, to be built up, to be established in their faith, and always thankful for their salvation, and not to be led astray by false teachings. Paul also explains to them that when they were baptized, the died with Christ, were raised with Christ, and were made alive with Christ.Colossians 2:6-23. Paul urges these Christians to walk in Christ, to be built up, to be established in their faith, and always thankful for their salvation, and not to be led astray by false teachings. Paul also explains to them that when they were baptized, the died with Christ, were raised with Christ, and were made alive with Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/colossians-redeemed-in-jesus-alive-in-christSun, 27 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000671f93e48e705Colossians 2:6-23. Paul urges these Christians to walk in Christ, to be built up, to be established in their faith, and always thankful for their salvation, and not to be led astray by false teachings. Paul also explains to them that when they were baptized, the died with Christ, were raised with Christ, and were made alive with Christ.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:39falseColossians: Redeemed in Jesus - Jesus is LordColossians 1:1-2:5. Paul was overjoyed at the faith of the Colossian Christians, and he wanted nothing more than for them to thrive in their walk with Jesus and not be deterred by false teachings. He wanted Jesus to be the center and the foundation of their lives. Since they believed that Jesus was Lord and Savior, Paul wanted it to be shown in their lives.Colossians 1:1-2:5. Paul was overjoyed at the faith of the Colossian Christians, and he wanted nothing more than for them to thrive in their walk with Jesus and not be deterred by false teachings. He wanted Jesus to be the center and the foundation of their lives. Since they believed that Jesus was Lord and Savior, Paul wanted it to be shown in their lives.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/colossians-redeemed-in-jesus-jesus-is-lordSun, 20 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000671672f3f2a25Colossians 1:1-2:5. Paul was overjoyed at the faith of the Colossian Christians, and he wanted nothing more than for them to thrive in their walk with Jesus and not be deterred by false teachings. He wanted Jesus to be the center and the foundation of their lives. Since they believed that Jesus was Lord and Savior, Paul wanted it to be shown in their lives.William ChenWilliam Chen00:33:45falseJesus Christ: The Son of ManBro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School visited to share about their great work and preached a sermon about Jesus, the Son of God, and the Son of Man, what that means, and what that means for us!Bro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School visited to share about their great work and preached a sermon about Jesus, the Son of God, and the Son of Man, what that means, and what that means for us!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-christ-the-son-of-manSun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000670d46aaddda3Bro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School visited to share about their great work and preached a sermon about Jesus, the Son of God, and the Son of Man, what that means, and what that means for us!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:45falseWhat Does a Christian Do? Stay FaithfulHebrews 10:19-25. It’s one thing to start. It’s another thing to finish. How many projects have you started that you never finished? How many books did you start reading and never finish? We do that, don’t we? But we don’t want to start our walk with Jesus only to leave him later in life. The Hebrews author has given us a picture of faithfulness because of Jesus. A picture of someone who is faithful because they are gripped by what Jesus has done for them on the cross, which should be our reason for staying faithful to him.Hebrews 10:19-25. It’s one thing to start. It’s another thing to finish. How many projects have you started that you never finished? How many books did you start reading and never finish? We do that, don’t we? But we don’t want to start our walk with Jesus only to leave him later in life. The Hebrews author has given us a picture of faithfulness because of Jesus. A picture of someone who is faithful because they are gripped by what Jesus has done for them on the cross, which should be our reason for staying faithful to him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-does-a-christian-do-stay-faithfulSun, 06 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +00006703ec6bd4517Hebrews 10:19-25. It’s one thing to start. It’s another thing to finish. How many projects have you started that you never finished? How many books did you start reading and never finish? We do that, don’t we? But we don’t want to start our walk with Jesus only to leave him later in life. The Hebrews author has given us a picture of faithfulness because of Jesus. A picture of someone who is faithful because they are gripped by what Jesus has done for them on the cross, which should be our reason for staying faithful to him.Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:27:35falseThe Love of a FamilyThe Lord's church truly is a family. In this lesson, we learn about several characteristics the Bible teaches about the family of God.The Lord's church truly is a family. In this lesson, we learn about several characteristics the Bible teaches about the family of God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-love-of-a-familySun, 29 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +000066fac7a1376f7The Lord's church truly is a family. In this lesson, we learn about several characteristics the Bible teaches about the family of God.Matt PerkinsMatt Perkins00:35:55falseThe Love of a FatherRomans 5:6-8. The love of God for us is far beyond what we can truly comprehend. He has provided all things for us because of his great love for us, most of providing his Son for our salvation. Why would we not do all we could to love and serve him?Romans 5:6-8. The love of God for us is far beyond what we can truly comprehend. He has provided all things for us because of his great love for us, most of providing his Son for our salvation. Why would we not do all we could to love and serve him?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-love-of-a-fatherSun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +000066f17fe841ba0Romans 5:6-8. The love of God for us is far beyond what we can truly comprehend. He has provided all things for us because of his great love for us, most of providing his Son for our salvation. Why would we not do all we could to love and serve him?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:41falseWhat Does a Christian Do? ShareActs 8:26-39. Every Christian has their own story to tell about how they became a Christian, but you wouldn’t have one if those people in your life hadn’t cared enough to share with you the message of Jesus. In Acts 8, Luke tells us the story of an Ethiopian man who was a worshiper of God and studied the Scripture, but needed some help to understand what he was reading. God sent Philip to help, and he taught the Ethiopian man about Jesus and we see that inherit within the full teaching of Jesus was teaching on baptism and the man stopped the chariot to go down into the water to become a Christian. We learn several things from this wonderful story. The main thing being that there are people seeking God and we need to be seeking those people.Acts 8:26-39. Every Christian has their own story to tell about how they became a Christian, but you wouldn’t have one if those people in your life hadn’t cared enough to share with you the message of Jesus. In Acts 8, Luke tells us the story of an Ethiopian man who was a worshiper of God and studied the Scripture, but needed some help to understand what he was reading. God sent Philip to help, and he taught the Ethiopian man about Jesus and we see that inherit within the full teaching of Jesus was teaching on baptism and the man stopped the chariot to go down into the water to become a Christian. We learn several things from this wonderful story. The main thing being that there are people seeking God and we need to be seeking those people.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-does-a-christian-do-shareSun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +000066e842ae4bc0cActs 8:26-39. Every Christian has their own story to tell about how they became a Christian, but you wouldn’t have one if those people in your life hadn’t cared enough to share with you the message of Jesus. In Acts 8, Luke tells us the story of an Ethiopian man who was a worshiper of God and studied the Scripture, but needed some help to understand what he was reading. God sent Philip to help, and he taught the Ethiopian man about Jesus and we see that inherit within the full teaching of Jesus was teaching on baptism and the man stopped the chariot to go down into the water to become a Christian. We learn several things from this wonderful story. The main thing being that there are people seeking God and we need to be seeking those people.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:00falseWhat Does a Christian Do? ServeEphesians 2:8-10. In our main text, Paul wrote saying Christians are created for good works. That raises some questions we want to look at, but basically what the Bible is saying is that God makes Christians. God makes Christians for two reasons. The first is so he can save us. God would love all people to put their faith in him and be saved. The second reason God makes Christians is so he can give us his work to do on this earth.Ephesians 2:8-10. In our main text, Paul wrote saying Christians are created for good works. That raises some questions we want to look at, but basically what the Bible is saying is that God makes Christians. God makes Christians for two reasons. The first is so he can save us. God would love all people to put their faith in him and be saved. The second reason God makes Christians is so he can give us his work to do on this earth.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-does-a-christian-do-serveSun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +000066df1651e80a5Ephesians 2:8-10. In our main text, Paul wrote saying Christians are created for good works. That raises some questions we want to look at, but basically what the Bible is saying is that God makes Christians. God makes Christians for two reasons. The first is so he can save us. God would love all people to put their faith in him and be saved. The second reason God makes Christians is so he can give us his work to do on this earth.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:36:17falseWhat Does a Christian Do? WorshipJohn 4:23-26. Worship is vital to the Christian’s life. If you want to grow spiritually, you must engage in worship to God along with his people. Worship is the natural response from the person who has come to know Christ and his salvation. When Jesus talked with the woman at the well, he told her the time was coming, and had come because Jesus was now here when worship would change. Under the new covenant the way God’s people would worship was going to be totally different. There would be a new kind of worship and a new kind of worshipper. Jesus was talking about Christians who are in his church worshiping his Father. Now, worship of God would be done in spirit and in truth. Worship was no longer about all the external rituals and practices. Those were earthly and physical. Now, worship is spiritual and done in spirit. Worship is now to be you communing with God on his spiritual wavelength. Worship is now the connection between the Spirit of God and the spirit of the worshiper. That's why the early church didn't use instruments in worship, except for one, the heart, which is the instrument God gave us to use in worship to him.John 4:23-26. Worship is vital to the Christian’s life. If you want to grow spiritually, you must engage in worship to God along with his people. Worship is the natural response from the person who has come to know Christ and his salvation. When Jesus talked with the woman at the well, he told her the time was coming, and had come because Jesus was now here when worship would change. Under the new covenant the way God’s people would worship was going to be totally different. There would be a new kind of worship and a new kind of worshipper. Jesus was talking about Christians who are in his church worshiping his Father. Now, worship of God would be done in spirit and in truth. Worship was no longer about all the external rituals and practices. Those were earthly and physical. Now, worship is spiritual and done in spirit. Worship is now to be you communing with God on his spiritual wavelength. Worship is now the connection between the Spirit of God and the spirit of the worshiper. That's why the early church didn't use instruments in worship, except for one, the heart, which is the instrument God gave us to use in worship to him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-does-a-christian-do-worshipSun, 01 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +000066d5cc8e628dbJohn 4:23-26. Worship is vital to the Christian’s life. If you want to grow spiritually, you must engage in worship to God along with his people. Worship is the natural response from the person who has come to know Christ and his salvation. When Jesus talked with the woman at the well, he told her the time was coming, and had come because Jesus was now here when worship would change. Under the new covenant the way God’s people would worship was going to be totally different. There would be a new kind of worship and a new kind of worshipper. Jesus was talking about Christians who are in his church worshiping his Father. Now, worship of God would be done in spirit and in truth. Worship was no longer about all the external rituals and practices. Those were earthly and physical. Now, worship is spiritual and done in spirit. Worship is now to be you communing with God on his spiritual wavelength. Worship is now the connection between the Spirit of God and the spirit of the worshiper. That's why the early church didn't use instruments in worship, except for one, the heart, which is the instrument God gave us to use in worship to him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:00falseWhat Does a Christian Do? Grow2 Peter 3:18. This new series is about what you’re supposed to do when you are a Christian. We often talk about how to become a Christian, as we should, but we also need to study what to do when you become a Christian. We understand growth when it comes to a baby, or when talking about skill development in a sport or in playing an instrument, or even riding a bike. When it comes to our spiritual lives, God expects every Christian to grow and mature. To be a healthy Christian, we must grow spiritually. Lack of growth equals lack of health. The more I get to know Jesus, the more I get to know his grace. Bible study and prayer are two of the most important ingredients to spiritual growth. You simply cannot mature as a Christian and become more like Jesus without immersing yourself in the Word of God and prayer.2 Peter 3:18. This new series is about what you’re supposed to do when you are a Christian. We often talk about how to become a Christian, as we should, but we also need to study what to do when you become a Christian. We understand growth when it comes to a baby, or when talking about skill development in a sport or in playing an instrument, or even riding a bike. When it comes to our spiritual lives, God expects every Christian to grow and mature. To be a healthy Christian, we must grow spiritually. Lack of growth equals lack of health. The more I get to know Jesus, the more I get to know his grace. Bible study and prayer are two of the most important ingredients to spiritual growth. You simply cannot mature as a Christian and become more like Jesus without immersing yourself in the Word of God and prayer.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/what-does-a-christian-do-growSun, 25 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +000066cc94fd261f62 Peter 3:18. This new series is about what you’re supposed to do when you are a Christian. We often talk about how to become a Christian, as we should, but we also need to study what to do when you become a Christian. We understand growth when it comes to a baby, or when talking about skill development in a sport or in playing an instrument, or even riding a bike. When it comes to our spiritual lives, God expects every Christian to grow and mature. To be a healthy Christian, we must grow spiritually. Lack of growth equals lack of health. The more I get to know Jesus, the more I get to know his grace. Bible study and prayer are two of the most important ingredients to spiritual growth. You simply cannot mature as a Christian and become more like Jesus without immersing yourself in the Word of God and prayer.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:44falseHabakkuk: Hope When it's Hard - Thank You, God!Habakkuk 3:1-19. We began our study seeing Habakkuk complain, "When, God?" regarding the rampant sin among God's people. Habakkuk thought God was sitting back doing nothing about their sin. Then God answered that he was going to use the Babylonians to punish Judah and Habakkuk complained, "Why, God?" because he wanted the wicked Babylonians punished and didn't understand why God would use them to punish his people. Finally, in our lesson today, Habakkuk has realized God is going to do what he's going to do and Habakkuk comes to understand God's words that the righteous will live by faith and he ends his book saying even though things will be as bad as they're going to get, he will still trust in God. He will still rejoice in the Lord and take joy in the God of his salvation. He came to understand that God was his strength, not his external circumstances. Habakkuk could say, "Thank you, God!"Habakkuk 3:1-19. We began our study seeing Habakkuk complain, "When, God?" regarding the rampant sin among God's people. Habakkuk thought God was sitting back doing nothing about their sin. Then God answered that he was going to use the Babylonians to punish Judah and Habakkuk complained, "Why, God?" because he wanted the wicked Babylonians punished and didn't understand why God would use them to punish his people. Finally, in our lesson today, Habakkuk has realized God is going to do what he's going to do and Habakkuk comes to understand God's words that the righteous will live by faith and he ends his book saying even though things will be as bad as they're going to get, he will still trust in God. He will still rejoice in the Lord and take joy in the God of his salvation. He came to understand that God was his strength, not his external circumstances. Habakkuk could say, "Thank you, God!"https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/habakkuk-hope-when-its-hard-thank-you-godSun, 18 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +000066c354a34bd1bHabakkuk 3:1-19. We began our study seeing Habakkuk complain, "When, God?" regarding the rampant sin among God's people. Habakkuk thought God was sitting back doing nothing about their sin. Then God answered that he was going to use the Babylonians to punish Judah and Habakkuk complained, "Why, God?" because he wanted the wicked Babylonians punished and didn't understand why God would use them to punish his people. Finally, in our lesson today, Habakkuk has realized God is going to do what he's going to do and Habakkuk comes to understand God's words that the righteous will live by faith and he ends his book saying even though things will be as bad as they're going to get, he will still trust in God. He will still rejoice in the Lord and take joy in the God of his salvation. He came to understand that God was his strength, not his external circumstances. Habakkuk could say, "Thank you, God!"Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:33:44falsePutting Life in the Rear View MirrorOur youth minister, Kenley Dover, preaches during our back-to-school service about looking ahead and staying the course in our faith.Our youth minister, Kenley Dover, preaches during our back-to-school service about looking ahead and staying the course in our faith.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/putting-life-in-the-rear-view-mirrorSun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +000066ba316d5634cOur youth minister, Kenley Dover, preaches during our back-to-school service about looking ahead and staying the course in our faith.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:29falseHabakkuk: Hope When it's Hard - Why, God?Habakkuk 1:12-2:20. At the beginning of chapter 1, we found the OT prophet, Habakkuk come before God pleading that he see the moral decline of his people and act to cause them to return to God. Then, God answers Habakkuk telling him something the prophet didn’t want to hear, saying he was going to use the wicked Babylonian army to punish Judah for their unfaithfulness. In today’s passage, we find Habakkuk still has questions for God. He’s struggling with understanding his current situation with this evil army on their way to punish his people and what he knows to be true of God. We’ve been there to some degree, haven’t we? Where our situation and what we know to be true of God doesn’t match up. Where we can understand why a good and loving God allows the terrible situation we see around us. Habakkuk asks, “Why, God?”, and God tells him some things that get him closer to the greater faith he will have at the end of this book.Habakkuk 1:12-2:20. At the beginning of chapter 1, we found the OT prophet, Habakkuk come before God pleading that he see the moral decline of his people and act to cause them to return to God. Then, God answers Habakkuk telling him something the prophet didn’t want to hear, saying he was going to use the wicked Babylonian army to punish Judah for their unfaithfulness. In today’s passage, we find Habakkuk still has questions for God. He’s struggling with understanding his current situation with this evil army on their way to punish his people and what he knows to be true of God. We’ve been there to some degree, haven’t we? Where our situation and what we know to be true of God doesn’t match up. Where we can understand why a good and loving God allows the terrible situation we see around us. Habakkuk asks, “Why, God?”, and God tells him some things that get him closer to the greater faith he will have at the end of this book.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/habakkuk-hope-when-its-hard-why-godSun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +000066b0eeaa37501Habakkuk 1:12-2:20. At the beginning of chapter 1, we found the OT prophet, Habakkuk come before God pleading that he see the moral decline of his people and act to cause them to return to God. Then, God answers Habakkuk telling him something the prophet didn’t want to hear, saying he was going to use the wicked Babylonian army to punish Judah for their unfaithfulness. In today’s passage, we find Habakkuk still has questions for God. He’s struggling with understanding his current situation with this evil army on their way to punish his people and what he knows to be true of God. We’ve been there to some degree, haven’t we? Where our situation and what we know to be true of God doesn’t match up. Where we can understand why a good and loving God allows the terrible situation we see around us. Habakkuk asks, “Why, God?”, and God tells him some things that get him closer to the greater faith he will have at the end of this book.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:12falseHabakkuk: Hope When it's Hard - When, God?Habakkuk 1:1-11. We’ve all experienced the challenges of this life: suffering, loss and difficulties and we’ve wondered, “How long will this last?” We’ve probably prayed, “God, when will you help me? When will things get better?” The Old Testament prophet Habakkuk struggled with the same questions. He didn’t understand why things were the way they were, and he didn’t understand why God wasn’t acting to fix things. He cried out to God asking when he was going to make things better. In this lesson, Habakkuk takes his first complaint to God and God responds and we'll see what we can learn about how God has been at work to deliver us.Habakkuk 1:1-11. We’ve all experienced the challenges of this life: suffering, loss and difficulties and we’ve wondered, “How long will this last?” We’ve probably prayed, “God, when will you help me? When will things get better?” The Old Testament prophet Habakkuk struggled with the same questions. He didn’t understand why things were the way they were, and he didn’t understand why God wasn’t acting to fix things. He cried out to God asking when he was going to make things better. In this lesson, Habakkuk takes his first complaint to God and God responds and we'll see what we can learn about how God has been at work to deliver us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/habakkuk-hope-when-its-hard-when-godSun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +000066a7b20400710Habakkuk 1:1-11. We’ve all experienced the challenges of this life: suffering, loss and difficulties and we’ve wondered, “How long will this last?” We’ve probably prayed, “God, when will you help me? When will things get better?” The Old Testament prophet Habakkuk struggled with the same questions. He didn’t understand why things were the way they were, and he didn’t understand why God wasn’t acting to fix things. He cried out to God asking when he was going to make things better. In this lesson, Habakkuk takes his first complaint to God and God responds and we'll see what we can learn about how God has been at work to deliver us.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:41:29falseFinding Contentment - Staying ContentHabakkuk 3:17-19. We’ve talked about Christian contentment from different angles and from different passages of Scripture in this series. But as we conclude, let's think about how we can stay content. Habakkuk was a prophet in a time of great turmoil and he looked at the world and questioned God about all the injustice and violence he was surrounded by. He wondered how is it that wicked people get away with their wickedness and it seemed like God wasn’t doing anything about it. The prophet comes to understand that God’s people do deserve punishment for their sins and God tells him that the Babylonians would eventually be destroyed for their wickedness. Habakkuk foresees the devastation the Babylonian army will cause and he has come to a point in his faith that now he says, "yet I will rejoice in the Lord". No matter what was going to happen in life, Habakkuk was going to stay content in the God of his salvation, maintaining his faith. As we grow in our faith, we grow in our contentment in God and redirect our lives to his service.Habakkuk 3:17-19. We’ve talked about Christian contentment from different angles and from different passages of Scripture in this series. But as we conclude, let's think about how we can stay content. Habakkuk was a prophet in a time of great turmoil and he looked at the world and questioned God about all the injustice and violence he was surrounded by. He wondered how is it that wicked people get away with their wickedness and it seemed like God wasn’t doing anything about it. The prophet comes to understand that God’s people do deserve punishment for their sins and God tells him that the Babylonians would eventually be destroyed for their wickedness. Habakkuk foresees the devastation the Babylonian army will cause and he has come to a point in his faith that now he says, "yet I will rejoice in the Lord". No matter what was going to happen in life, Habakkuk was going to stay content in the God of his salvation, maintaining his faith. As we grow in our faith, we grow in our contentment in God and redirect our lives to his service.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-contentment-staying-contentSun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000669fd292c20f3Habakkuk 3:17-19. We’ve talked about Christian contentment from different angles and from different passages of Scripture in this series. But as we conclude, let's think about how we can stay content. Habakkuk was a prophet in a time of great turmoil and he looked at the world and questioned God about all the injustice and violence he was surrounded by. He wondered how is it that wicked people get away with their wickedness and it seemed like God wasn’t doing anything about it. The prophet comes to understand that God’s people do deserve punishment for their sins and God tells him that the Babylonians would eventually be destroyed for their wickedness. Habakkuk foresees the devastation the Babylonian army will cause and he has come to a point in his faith that now he says, "yet I will rejoice in the Lord". No matter what was going to happen in life, Habakkuk was going to stay content in the God of his salvation, maintaining his faith. As we grow in our faith, we grow in our contentment in God and redirect our lives to his service.Marvin WhittMarvin Whitt00:41:29falseI Chose YouBro. Marvin Whitt from Cherokee Home for Children was with us to share about their work in our Bible class, then he preached in our worship service about being a disciple of Jesus.Bro. Marvin Whitt from Cherokee Home for Children was with us to share about their work in our Bible class, then he preached in our worship service about being a disciple of Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/i-chose-youSun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +000066954f37cfc52Bro. Marvin Whitt from Cherokee Home for Children was with us to share about their work in our Bible class, then he preached in our worship service about being a disciple of Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:56falseFinding Contentment - The Value of ContentmentMatthew 16:24-27. There are many human accomplishments that amaze us. Many have proven valuable to us throughout history. While these are impressive and important, they all fall short of the value of faith in Jesus. Jesus is asking what is your soul worth? If you were able to gain it all in this life, would that be worth your soul? No, it wouldn’t. Jesus is saying to us that the things of this world aren’t a better investment than heaven. Nothing this world has to offer is worth your soul. Fortunes can be made and lost, but you only have one soul. You’ve got to choose where you find contentment. Do you get contentment in the things of this world or in Christ?Matthew 16:24-27. There are many human accomplishments that amaze us. Many have proven valuable to us throughout history. While these are impressive and important, they all fall short of the value of faith in Jesus. Jesus is asking what is your soul worth? If you were able to gain it all in this life, would that be worth your soul? No, it wouldn’t. Jesus is saying to us that the things of this world aren’t a better investment than heaven. Nothing this world has to offer is worth your soul. Fortunes can be made and lost, but you only have one soul. You’ve got to choose where you find contentment. Do you get contentment in the things of this world or in Christ?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-contentment-the-value-of-contentmentSun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000668bf804b372bMatthew 16:24-27. There are many human accomplishments that amaze us. Many have proven valuable to us throughout history. While these are impressive and important, they all fall short of the value of faith in Jesus. Jesus is asking what is your soul worth? If you were able to gain it all in this life, would that be worth your soul? No, it wouldn’t. Jesus is saying to us that the things of this world aren’t a better investment than heaven. Nothing this world has to offer is worth your soul. Fortunes can be made and lost, but you only have one soul. You’ve got to choose where you find contentment. Do you get contentment in the things of this world or in Christ?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:15falseFinding Contentment - How to Find Contentment1 Timothy 6:6-10. Author Leo Tolstoy wrote the story, "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" and we find out, not much. But the culture around us instills within us the desire to be rich. Paul paints a picture of where that desire, when allowed to run free and unrestrained, will take us. The truth is that true contentment is found only in Christ, not in the things of this world. And it's only in Christ that our earthly blessings are enjoyed with a heavenly perspective.1 Timothy 6:6-10. Author Leo Tolstoy wrote the story, "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" and we find out, not much. But the culture around us instills within us the desire to be rich. Paul paints a picture of where that desire, when allowed to run free and unrestrained, will take us. The truth is that true contentment is found only in Christ, not in the things of this world. And it's only in Christ that our earthly blessings are enjoyed with a heavenly perspective.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-contentment-how-to-find-contentmentSun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +00006682bc328ff521 Timothy 6:6-10. Author Leo Tolstoy wrote the story, "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" and we find out, not much. But the culture around us instills within us the desire to be rich. Paul paints a picture of where that desire, when allowed to run free and unrestrained, will take us. The truth is that true contentment is found only in Christ, not in the things of this world. And it's only in Christ that our earthly blessings are enjoyed with a heavenly perspective.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:09falseFinding Contentment - The Secret to ContentmentPhilippians 4:11-13. So much in the world pushes us and programs us to be discontent. We want the newest version of things, and we want them faster. We easily grow bored and tired of what we have, lose interest and want the newer style that will grab our attention until we grow bored again. Most everything made today is made to be disposable. We don’t repair things we dispose of them and get a newer one. Advertisers and product designers tell us what we need, and we tell them we need more now. Yet so many people are not content in life. We have more stuff and more experiences, but less contentment. That’s because when we try to find contentment in things, we find that nothing lasts, and nothing truly satisfies deep down inside. All the things of this life, while many are good and fine to enjoy, are all external and eventually fall short of bringing us contentment because the secret to contentment isn’t found in material things, it is only found in Christ Jesus.Philippians 4:11-13. So much in the world pushes us and programs us to be discontent. We want the newest version of things, and we want them faster. We easily grow bored and tired of what we have, lose interest and want the newer style that will grab our attention until we grow bored again. Most everything made today is made to be disposable. We don’t repair things we dispose of them and get a newer one. Advertisers and product designers tell us what we need, and we tell them we need more now. Yet so many people are not content in life. We have more stuff and more experiences, but less contentment. That’s because when we try to find contentment in things, we find that nothing lasts, and nothing truly satisfies deep down inside. All the things of this life, while many are good and fine to enjoy, are all external and eventually fall short of bringing us contentment because the secret to contentment isn’t found in material things, it is only found in Christ Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-contentment-the-secret-to-contentmentSun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +000066798e430751fPhilippians 4:11-13. So much in the world pushes us and programs us to be discontent. We want the newest version of things, and we want them faster. We easily grow bored and tired of what we have, lose interest and want the newer style that will grab our attention until we grow bored again. Most everything made today is made to be disposable. We don’t repair things we dispose of them and get a newer one. Advertisers and product designers tell us what we need, and we tell them we need more now. Yet so many people are not content in life. We have more stuff and more experiences, but less contentment. That’s because when we try to find contentment in things, we find that nothing lasts, and nothing truly satisfies deep down inside. All the things of this life, while many are good and fine to enjoy, are all external and eventually fall short of bringing us contentment because the secret to contentment isn’t found in material things, it is only found in Christ Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:25falseHome Improvement - Built to Last1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Have you ever thought that things made decades ago were better quality? That they lasted longer? Whether a TV, refrigerator, vehicle, clothes, or toys, it seems like there was a time when things were built to last and now things are made to be disposable. But when it comes to our faith and our families, we need to build them to last. We don’t need to just start off strong in our faith, we need to finish strong. And we want to pass on our faith so that we leave a legacy of faithfulness to God. How do we do that? There are many things we could talk about, but in 1 Corinthians 13, Paul gives us some important insight.1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Have you ever thought that things made decades ago were better quality? That they lasted longer? Whether a TV, refrigerator, vehicle, clothes, or toys, it seems like there was a time when things were built to last and now things are made to be disposable. But when it comes to our faith and our families, we need to build them to last. We don’t need to just start off strong in our faith, we need to finish strong. And we want to pass on our faith so that we leave a legacy of faithfulness to God. How do we do that? There are many things we could talk about, but in 1 Corinthians 13, Paul gives us some important insight.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-built-to-lastSun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +000066703ebabc24d1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Have you ever thought that things made decades ago were better quality? That they lasted longer? Whether a TV, refrigerator, vehicle, clothes, or toys, it seems like there was a time when things were built to last and now things are made to be disposable. But when it comes to our faith and our families, we need to build them to last. We don’t need to just start off strong in our faith, we need to finish strong. And we want to pass on our faith so that we leave a legacy of faithfulness to God. How do we do that? There are many things we could talk about, but in 1 Corinthians 13, Paul gives us some important insight.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:37falseHome Improvement - Making your House a HomeEphesians 5:22-6:4. What makes a house a home? Is it the square footage? Is it the amenities like a pool, an outdoor entertainment space, a golf cart, everyone has their own room, and not a single weed in the grass? Is it the neighborhood? Do these things guarantee a house is a home? No, because if they did, then most people in the world would not have a place they could truly call home. There’s got to be more to it than that. How do we make our house a home? And more specifically, how do we make our house a Christian home? Today, we'll look at God's design for the family and how we can develop at Christian home.Ephesians 5:22-6:4. What makes a house a home? Is it the square footage? Is it the amenities like a pool, an outdoor entertainment space, a golf cart, everyone has their own room, and not a single weed in the grass? Is it the neighborhood? Do these things guarantee a house is a home? No, because if they did, then most people in the world would not have a place they could truly call home. There’s got to be more to it than that. How do we make our house a home? And more specifically, how do we make our house a Christian home? Today, we'll look at God's design for the family and how we can develop at Christian home.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-making-your-house-a-homeSun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000666719b31ec00Ephesians 5:22-6:4. What makes a house a home? Is it the square footage? Is it the amenities like a pool, an outdoor entertainment space, a golf cart, everyone has their own room, and not a single weed in the grass? Is it the neighborhood? Do these things guarantee a house is a home? No, because if they did, then most people in the world would not have a place they could truly call home. There’s got to be more to it than that. How do we make our house a home? And more specifically, how do we make our house a Christian home? Today, we'll look at God's design for the family and how we can develop at Christian home.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:36:38falseHome Improvement - Your Home Security System1 Peter 5:6-11. Many people have some sort of home security system like a doorbell camera, motion lights, alarm, or even a dog who will bark to alert you of something. While home security is an important thing, there’s a security system that’s even more important. It’s not made up of lights, cameras, alarms, guns or barking dogs. It’s your spiritual home security system. Peter shows us what this is and how to turn it on.1 Peter 5:6-11. Many people have some sort of home security system like a doorbell camera, motion lights, alarm, or even a dog who will bark to alert you of something. While home security is an important thing, there’s a security system that’s even more important. It’s not made up of lights, cameras, alarms, guns or barking dogs. It’s your spiritual home security system. Peter shows us what this is and how to turn it on.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-your-home-security-systemSun, 02 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000665dcb656f93d1 Peter 5:6-11. Many people have some sort of home security system like a doorbell camera, motion lights, alarm, or even a dog who will bark to alert you of something. While home security is an important thing, there’s a security system that’s even more important. It’s not made up of lights, cameras, alarms, guns or barking dogs. It’s your spiritual home security system. Peter shows us what this is and how to turn it on.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:20falseHome Improvement - Your Construction CostsLuke 14:25-33. Imagine yourself building a home. What all is involved? Thousands of details and decisions, right? But one of the most important decisions is what do you want your home to look like? What’s the floor plan going to be? No one will confuse the home you’re building with some other kind of building. Why? Because it’s clear what you’re building. You’re building one thing and not another. You thought about it and decided to build a home and not a business. The same is true in building your family. If you’re building a godly home then that’s what you’re building, not something else. You’re not putting in cash registers, automatic sliding doors and a parking lot, because that’s not what you’re building. You’re building a home that lives for God. Be clear about what you’re building and then all your decisions are made in support of that plan.Luke 14:25-33. Imagine yourself building a home. What all is involved? Thousands of details and decisions, right? But one of the most important decisions is what do you want your home to look like? What’s the floor plan going to be? No one will confuse the home you’re building with some other kind of building. Why? Because it’s clear what you’re building. You’re building one thing and not another. You thought about it and decided to build a home and not a business. The same is true in building your family. If you’re building a godly home then that’s what you’re building, not something else. You’re not putting in cash registers, automatic sliding doors and a parking lot, because that’s not what you’re building. You’re building a home that lives for God. Be clear about what you’re building and then all your decisions are made in support of that plan.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-your-construction-costsSun, 26 May 2024 12:00:00 +00006654920d1b64eLuke 14:25-33. Imagine yourself building a home. What all is involved? Thousands of details and decisions, right? But one of the most important decisions is what do you want your home to look like? What’s the floor plan going to be? No one will confuse the home you’re building with some other kind of building. Why? Because it’s clear what you’re building. You’re building one thing and not another. You thought about it and decided to build a home and not a business. The same is true in building your family. If you’re building a godly home then that’s what you’re building, not something else. You’re not putting in cash registers, automatic sliding doors and a parking lot, because that’s not what you’re building. You’re building a home that lives for God. Be clear about what you’re building and then all your decisions are made in support of that plan.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:57falseHome Improvement - Your Construction CrewDeuteronomy 6:1-9. Every construction job requires a crew to get the job done. Any time you drive passed a construction job, you see people working doing different kinds of jobs, but all doing their part on the project. Our families are our construction crew. They are part of the team that is building up our family. Families may look different depending on their make-up, but whoever is on your team is who you are building a home with. God's words for the Israelites in Deuteronomy 6:1-9 some things that are essential to our construction crew to help us build our family on the Word of God and his love.Deuteronomy 6:1-9. Every construction job requires a crew to get the job done. Any time you drive passed a construction job, you see people working doing different kinds of jobs, but all doing their part on the project. Our families are our construction crew. They are part of the team that is building up our family. Families may look different depending on their make-up, but whoever is on your team is who you are building a home with. God's words for the Israelites in Deuteronomy 6:1-9 some things that are essential to our construction crew to help us build our family on the Word of God and his love.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-your-construction-crewSun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000664b50ad9997fDeuteronomy 6:1-9. Every construction job requires a crew to get the job done. Any time you drive passed a construction job, you see people working doing different kinds of jobs, but all doing their part on the project. Our families are our construction crew. They are part of the team that is building up our family. Families may look different depending on their make-up, but whoever is on your team is who you are building a home with. God's words for the Israelites in Deuteronomy 6:1-9 some things that are essential to our construction crew to help us build our family on the Word of God and his love.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:21:00falseHome Improvement - Show Up to WorkMatthew 22:34-40. The first thing you’ve got to do to do any improvements in your home is to show up to do the work. If you want change in your family, you have to understand that it's not about you, but it starts with you. Jesus taught us how to make improvements in our homes when he was asked what was the greatest commandment. Jesus answered that the most important commandment, the number one, top priority is to love God with our entire being. But Jesus didn't stop there. He went on to say that the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. Then, Jesus said these two commands summarize all the Law and the Prophets. They all hang on those two. No matter what your family make up is, if you want to see improvement, it starts with you choosing to love God with your entire self and then to love your family like you should.Matthew 22:34-40. The first thing you’ve got to do to do any improvements in your home is to show up to do the work. If you want change in your family, you have to understand that it's not about you, but it starts with you. Jesus taught us how to make improvements in our homes when he was asked what was the greatest commandment. Jesus answered that the most important commandment, the number one, top priority is to love God with our entire being. But Jesus didn't stop there. He went on to say that the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. Then, Jesus said these two commands summarize all the Law and the Prophets. They all hang on those two. No matter what your family make up is, if you want to see improvement, it starts with you choosing to love God with your entire self and then to love your family like you should.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/home-improvement-show-up-to-workSun, 12 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000664226ff8687dMatthew 22:34-40. The first thing you’ve got to do to do any improvements in your home is to show up to do the work. If you want change in your family, you have to understand that it's not about you, but it starts with you. Jesus taught us how to make improvements in our homes when he was asked what was the greatest commandment. Jesus answered that the most important commandment, the number one, top priority is to love God with our entire being. But Jesus didn't stop there. He went on to say that the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. Then, Jesus said these two commands summarize all the Law and the Prophets. They all hang on those two. No matter what your family make up is, if you want to see improvement, it starts with you choosing to love God with your entire self and then to love your family like you should.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:32falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Forgive Quickly?Colossians 3:12-13. If you’ve lived even just a little time on earth, you’ve had someone do something to you that hurt, and you’ve done something to someone that hurt them. Forgiveness is something we have to deal with every day, isn’t it? Paul begins Colossians 3 with, "If then you have been raised with Christ". He's writing to Christians and everything that follows verse 1 is all about how Christians are supposed to live. That includes forgiving the way God has forgiven us.Colossians 3:12-13. If you’ve lived even just a little time on earth, you’ve had someone do something to you that hurt, and you’ve done something to someone that hurt them. Forgiveness is something we have to deal with every day, isn’t it? Paul begins Colossians 3 with, "If then you have been raised with Christ". He's writing to Christians and everything that follows verse 1 is all about how Christians are supposed to live. That includes forgiving the way God has forgiven us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-forgive-quicklySun, 05 May 2024 12:00:00 +00006638fd83b76f4Colossians 3:12-13. If you’ve lived even just a little time on earth, you’ve had someone do something to you that hurt, and you’ve done something to someone that hurt them. Forgiveness is something we have to deal with every day, isn’t it? Paul begins Colossians 3 with, "If then you have been raised with Christ". He's writing to Christians and everything that follows verse 1 is all about how Christians are supposed to live. That includes forgiving the way God has forgiven us.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:59falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Care about the Lost?Matthew 9:35-39. If you're already a Christian, what's your story of how you became one? Think about the key people who were in your life who led you to Christ? What if those people had not been in your life? What if they had not taken the time they took with you? What if they had been too busy to talk with you? Would you be a Christian today? One question we can ask to diagnose our spiritual health is to ask ourselves, "Do I care about the lost?" Jesus shows us how much he cared about the lost and how his disciples should too.Matthew 9:35-39. If you're already a Christian, what's your story of how you became one? Think about the key people who were in your life who led you to Christ? What if those people had not been in your life? What if they had not taken the time they took with you? What if they had been too busy to talk with you? Would you be a Christian today? One question we can ask to diagnose our spiritual health is to ask ourselves, "Do I care about the lost?" Jesus shows us how much he cared about the lost and how his disciples should too.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-care-about-the-lostSun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000662fc060adf24Matthew 9:35-39. If you're already a Christian, what's your story of how you became one? Think about the key people who were in your life who led you to Christ? What if those people had not been in your life? What if they had not taken the time they took with you? What if they had been too busy to talk with you? Would you be a Christian today? One question we can ask to diagnose our spiritual health is to ask ourselves, "Do I care about the lost?" Jesus shows us how much he cared about the lost and how his disciples should too.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:31falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Grieve Over Sin?2 Corinthians 7:8-11. The question we’re asking today is, “Do you grieve over sin?”. That’s an important question, because whether you’re a Christian or not, you still sin. But when you sin, the question is does it grieve you? There are two different ways we can feel sorry for our sins, Paul says. One is the way God wants us to feel and the other is the way the world feels sorry for wrong. Godly grief is sorrow for having sinned against God, for having lost God’s approval. But it includes making a course correction, making a change in your life, your thinking and actions. Worldly grief is sorry for getting caught and for losing the world’s approval. You’ll never win trying to win the world’s approval. As soon as you get their approval, the current beliefs of culture will change, and you’ll find yourself having to change too. You’ll be in a constant state of changing your beliefs and lifestyle to follow the world and keep the world happy with you. To deal with sin in our lives, children of God need to see sin for what it is, to examine our own sin and come to hate it, knowing how ugly and terrible it is. It is our grief over sin that leads us to repentance and to a stronger devotion to God.2 Corinthians 7:8-11. The question we’re asking today is, “Do you grieve over sin?”. That’s an important question, because whether you’re a Christian or not, you still sin. But when you sin, the question is does it grieve you? There are two different ways we can feel sorry for our sins, Paul says. One is the way God wants us to feel and the other is the way the world feels sorry for wrong. Godly grief is sorrow for having sinned against God, for having lost God’s approval. But it includes making a course correction, making a change in your life, your thinking and actions. Worldly grief is sorry for getting caught and for losing the world’s approval. You’ll never win trying to win the world’s approval. As soon as you get their approval, the current beliefs of culture will change, and you’ll find yourself having to change too. You’ll be in a constant state of changing your beliefs and lifestyle to follow the world and keep the world happy with you. To deal with sin in our lives, children of God need to see sin for what it is, to examine our own sin and come to hate it, knowing how ugly and terrible it is. It is our grief over sin that leads us to repentance and to a stronger devotion to God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-grieve-over-sinSun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +00006626aba21d88d2 Corinthians 7:8-11. The question we’re asking today is, “Do you grieve over sin?”. That’s an important question, because whether you’re a Christian or not, you still sin. But when you sin, the question is does it grieve you? There are two different ways we can feel sorry for our sins, Paul says. One is the way God wants us to feel and the other is the way the world feels sorry for wrong. Godly grief is sorrow for having sinned against God, for having lost God’s approval. But it includes making a course correction, making a change in your life, your thinking and actions. Worldly grief is sorry for getting caught and for losing the world’s approval. You’ll never win trying to win the world’s approval. As soon as you get their approval, the current beliefs of culture will change, and you’ll find yourself having to change too. You’ll be in a constant state of changing your beliefs and lifestyle to follow the world and keep the world happy with you. To deal with sin in our lives, children of God need to see sin for what it is, to examine our own sin and come to hate it, knowing how ugly and terrible it is. It is our grief over sin that leads us to repentance and to a stronger devotion to God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:20falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Care about Others' Needs?Mark 6:30-37. An important part of our Christian lives is to care about the needs of others, which we see in the life and teaching of Jesus. We also see the early church made this a priority. Naturally, we think of caring about the physical needs of others, like food, clothing, or other kinds of material help. But Christians should also help meet the spiritual needs of others. What we see in Scripture is that the church grows when we meet the spiritual and physical needs of others.Mark 6:30-37. An important part of our Christian lives is to care about the needs of others, which we see in the life and teaching of Jesus. We also see the early church made this a priority. Naturally, we think of caring about the physical needs of others, like food, clothing, or other kinds of material help. But Christians should also help meet the spiritual needs of others. What we see in Scripture is that the church grows when we meet the spiritual and physical needs of others.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-care-about-others-needsSun, 14 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000661d4429e6d92Mark 6:30-37. An important part of our Christian lives is to care about the needs of others, which we see in the life and teaching of Jesus. We also see the early church made this a priority. Naturally, we think of caring about the physical needs of others, like food, clothing, or other kinds of material help. But Christians should also help meet the spiritual needs of others. What we see in Scripture is that the church grows when we meet the spiritual and physical needs of others.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:20falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Love His Church?1 Peter 1:3-11. Have you ever heard someone say they love Jesus, but they don’t like church? Have you ever felt that way yourself? It can sound ideal to pursue a kind of spiritual individualism where loving Jesus is enough and there’s no need for the church. But we’re going to see in the Bible that love for God and his church go together. Peter's command to love one another deeply flows from our new life as a member of God’s family. Loving our brothers and sisters in the Lord’s family are the proof of our love for God. God’s love for us isn’t abstract. He showed his love for us by sending Jesus to the cross for us. In the same way, we must show our love for God by loving his church. We can’t just say the words, we have to show it with action.1 Peter 1:3-11. Have you ever heard someone say they love Jesus, but they don’t like church? Have you ever felt that way yourself? It can sound ideal to pursue a kind of spiritual individualism where loving Jesus is enough and there’s no need for the church. But we’re going to see in the Bible that love for God and his church go together. Peter's command to love one another deeply flows from our new life as a member of God’s family. Loving our brothers and sisters in the Lord’s family are the proof of our love for God. God’s love for us isn’t abstract. He showed his love for us by sending Jesus to the cross for us. In the same way, we must show our love for God by loving his church. We can’t just say the words, we have to show it with action.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-love-his-churchSun, 07 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +000066141784aa7e31 Peter 1:3-11. Have you ever heard someone say they love Jesus, but they don’t like church? Have you ever felt that way yourself? It can sound ideal to pursue a kind of spiritual individualism where loving Jesus is enough and there’s no need for the church. But we’re going to see in the Bible that love for God and his church go together. Peter's command to love one another deeply flows from our new life as a member of God’s family. Loving our brothers and sisters in the Lord’s family are the proof of our love for God. God’s love for us isn’t abstract. He showed his love for us by sending Jesus to the cross for us. In the same way, we must show our love for God by loving his church. We can’t just say the words, we have to show it with action.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:59falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Long for Heaven?Hebrews 11:16. There’s a lot to love about traveling and seeing new places. There’s a lot to love about this world. But there’s something the Christian must always remember – that how that hotel room or AirBNB isn’t your real home, this world isn’t our permanent home. The Christian’s real home is in heaven with our Savior. Abraham and all those named in Hebrews 11 were looking not for a new country here on earth, but for a better country found in heaven. But how is it that Christians are able to have a home in heaven? It is only because of the resurrection of Jesus. The fact that God raised Jesus from the dead proved that everything Jesus taught was true and that he truly was and is the Son of God our Savior and that in him we can have forgiveness of sins and a home in heaven.Hebrews 11:16. There’s a lot to love about traveling and seeing new places. There’s a lot to love about this world. But there’s something the Christian must always remember – that how that hotel room or AirBNB isn’t your real home, this world isn’t our permanent home. The Christian’s real home is in heaven with our Savior. Abraham and all those named in Hebrews 11 were looking not for a new country here on earth, but for a better country found in heaven. But how is it that Christians are able to have a home in heaven? It is only because of the resurrection of Jesus. The fact that God raised Jesus from the dead proved that everything Jesus taught was true and that he truly was and is the Son of God our Savior and that in him we can have forgiveness of sins and a home in heaven.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-long-for-heavenSun, 31 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000660ad5f1bec49Hebrews 11:16. There’s a lot to love about traveling and seeing new places. There’s a lot to love about this world. But there’s something the Christian must always remember – that how that hotel room or AirBNB isn’t your real home, this world isn’t our permanent home. The Christian’s real home is in heaven with our Savior. Abraham and all those named in Hebrews 11 were looking not for a new country here on earth, but for a better country found in heaven. But how is it that Christians are able to have a home in heaven? It is only because of the resurrection of Jesus. The fact that God raised Jesus from the dead proved that everything Jesus taught was true and that he truly was and is the Son of God our Savior and that in him we can have forgiveness of sins and a home in heaven.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:54falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Are you Spiritually Disciplined?1 Timothy 4:7-10. We understand what it means for a person to be focused and disciplined to achieve goals in sports, in music, education, in their career and even in their physical health. We applaud them for their hard work and accomplishments. But do we place the same value on being disciplined spiritually? The most important thing in your life, the most valuable thing you have is your salvation if you are a Christian. That’s what we’re supposed to value the most and work on our spiritual health as much as an athlete works on themselves.1 Timothy 4:7-10. We understand what it means for a person to be focused and disciplined to achieve goals in sports, in music, education, in their career and even in their physical health. We applaud them for their hard work and accomplishments. But do we place the same value on being disciplined spiritually? The most important thing in your life, the most valuable thing you have is your salvation if you are a Christian. That’s what we’re supposed to value the most and work on our spiritual health as much as an athlete works on themselves.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-are-you-spiritually-disciplinedSun, 24 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +00006601a1b499a321 Timothy 4:7-10. We understand what it means for a person to be focused and disciplined to achieve goals in sports, in music, education, in their career and even in their physical health. We applaud them for their hard work and accomplishments. But do we place the same value on being disciplined spiritually? The most important thing in your life, the most valuable thing you have is your salvation if you are a Christian. That’s what we’re supposed to value the most and work on our spiritual health as much as an athlete works on themselves.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:45falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Are you Guided by God's Word?2 Timothy 3:16-17. There are many sayings and sources that want to tell you how to live and offer advice on how to live. In Disney’s Pinocchio movie, Jiminy Cricket said, “Let your conscience be your guide.” A couple of decades later, singer Marvin Gaye sang the song, “Let your Conscience Be your Guide.” Others have said, “Just follow your heart.” Or “Live your truth.” And you can find these restated in different ways by all kinds of influential people in our culture. But the Christian is not supposed to be guided by the advice of the world, but by the very words of God. “Let your Conscience be your Guide” and “Just Follow your Heart” are subjective. They change based on how you feel and what you want. But the Word of God doesn’t change. The Bible is the message that God delivered for us to have to live by. And God's Word leads to eternal life.2 Timothy 3:16-17. There are many sayings and sources that want to tell you how to live and offer advice on how to live. In Disney’s Pinocchio movie, Jiminy Cricket said, “Let your conscience be your guide.” A couple of decades later, singer Marvin Gaye sang the song, “Let your Conscience Be your Guide.” Others have said, “Just follow your heart.” Or “Live your truth.” And you can find these restated in different ways by all kinds of influential people in our culture. But the Christian is not supposed to be guided by the advice of the world, but by the very words of God. “Let your Conscience be your Guide” and “Just Follow your Heart” are subjective. They change based on how you feel and what you want. But the Word of God doesn’t change. The Bible is the message that God delivered for us to have to live by. And God's Word leads to eternal life.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-are-you-guided-by-gods-wordSun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +000065f85339357242 Timothy 3:16-17. There are many sayings and sources that want to tell you how to live and offer advice on how to live. In Disney’s Pinocchio movie, Jiminy Cricket said, “Let your conscience be your guide.” A couple of decades later, singer Marvin Gaye sang the song, “Let your Conscience Be your Guide.” Others have said, “Just follow your heart.” Or “Live your truth.” And you can find these restated in different ways by all kinds of influential people in our culture. But the Christian is not supposed to be guided by the advice of the world, but by the very words of God. “Let your Conscience be your Guide” and “Just Follow your Heart” are subjective. They change based on how you feel and what you want. But the Word of God doesn’t change. The Bible is the message that God delivered for us to have to live by. And God's Word leads to eternal life.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:11falseQuestions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health - Do you Thirst for God?Psalm 63:1. Going to the doctor is probably not on your list of favorite things to do. Doctors like to ask lots of questions and they also like to run tests. But their reason for doing so is to better diagnose your health. It's important to take care of your physical health. But what's even more important is taking care of your spiritual health. Where you will spend eternity is of utmost importance. The first question we're asking is, "Do you Thirst for God?" and we look at a psalm David wrote at one of the worst times in his life.Psalm 63:1. Going to the doctor is probably not on your list of favorite things to do. Doctors like to ask lots of questions and they also like to run tests. But their reason for doing so is to better diagnose your health. It's important to take care of your physical health. But what's even more important is taking care of your spiritual health. Where you will spend eternity is of utmost importance. The first question we're asking is, "Do you Thirst for God?" and we look at a psalm David wrote at one of the worst times in his life.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/questions-to-diagnose-your-spiritual-health-do-you-thirst-for-godSun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +000065ef257c81be9Psalm 63:1. Going to the doctor is probably not on your list of favorite things to do. Doctors like to ask lots of questions and they also like to run tests. But their reason for doing so is to better diagnose your health. It's important to take care of your physical health. But what's even more important is taking care of your spiritual health. Where you will spend eternity is of utmost importance. The first question we're asking is, "Do you Thirst for God?" and we look at a psalm David wrote at one of the worst times in his life.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:48falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - Be Ready for that Day2 Peter 3:1-18. In our daily lives, we think about waking up and getting ready for the day of school or work or running errands. We think about getting ready for our game, for our recital, or our performance. Then we get ready for dinner and get ready for bed. We get the house ready for company. We get the car ready for the trip. But what Peter has to say in this last chapter is of far greater importance than those daily concerns. It is of eternal importance because it’s about being ready for the day when Jesus returns.2 Peter 3:1-18. In our daily lives, we think about waking up and getting ready for the day of school or work or running errands. We think about getting ready for our game, for our recital, or our performance. Then we get ready for dinner and get ready for bed. We get the house ready for company. We get the car ready for the trip. But what Peter has to say in this last chapter is of far greater importance than those daily concerns. It is of eternal importance because it’s about being ready for the day when Jesus returns.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-be-ready-for-that-daySun, 03 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +000065e5f10c007d32 Peter 3:1-18. In our daily lives, we think about waking up and getting ready for the day of school or work or running errands. We think about getting ready for our game, for our recital, or our performance. Then we get ready for dinner and get ready for bed. We get the house ready for company. We get the car ready for the trip. But what Peter has to say in this last chapter is of far greater importance than those daily concerns. It is of eternal importance because it’s about being ready for the day when Jesus returns.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:11falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - Show You're Sure2 Peter 1-2. Maturity is observable. It can be detected and seen. Peter says Christians should, "make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love." Salvation isn’t something you just have internally, and it makes no difference in your life. Salvation changes your life externally too, and you become more and more like Jesus. People should be able to see your salvation as you become more and more like Christ. Peter says those who don't think maturing in these qualities is important are so nearsighted they're blind and forgot what Jesus did for them.2 Peter 1-2. Maturity is observable. It can be detected and seen. Peter says Christians should, "make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love." Salvation isn’t something you just have internally, and it makes no difference in your life. Salvation changes your life externally too, and you become more and more like Jesus. People should be able to see your salvation as you become more and more like Christ. Peter says those who don't think maturing in these qualities is important are so nearsighted they're blind and forgot what Jesus did for them.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-show-youre-sureSun, 25 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +000065dcc1696c3592 Peter 1-2. Maturity is observable. It can be detected and seen. Peter says Christians should, "make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love." Salvation isn’t something you just have internally, and it makes no difference in your life. Salvation changes your life externally too, and you become more and more like Jesus. People should be able to see your salvation as you become more and more like Christ. Peter says those who don't think maturing in these qualities is important are so nearsighted they're blind and forgot what Jesus did for them.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:12falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - Humble Servants1 Peter 5:1-14. Peter closes this letter with something to say to elders, to younger Christians and to all Christians. One word captures the essence of what Peter is teaching - humility. He says several things about humility including, "Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another" in vs. 5. Christians are supposed to tie themselves up in humility. That's not typically what we see portrayed from social media influencers, celebrities, athletes, politicians and even friends and coworkers, but that's how Christians are called to live.1 Peter 5:1-14. Peter closes this letter with something to say to elders, to younger Christians and to all Christians. One word captures the essence of what Peter is teaching - humility. He says several things about humility including, "Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another" in vs. 5. Christians are supposed to tie themselves up in humility. That's not typically what we see portrayed from social media influencers, celebrities, athletes, politicians and even friends and coworkers, but that's how Christians are called to live.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-humble-servantsSun, 18 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +000065d374bbb533a1 Peter 5:1-14. Peter closes this letter with something to say to elders, to younger Christians and to all Christians. One word captures the essence of what Peter is teaching - humility. He says several things about humility including, "Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another" in vs. 5. Christians are supposed to tie themselves up in humility. That's not typically what we see portrayed from social media influencers, celebrities, athletes, politicians and even friends and coworkers, but that's how Christians are called to live.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:08falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - No Matter What1 Peter 4:1-19. Peter writes to Christians, "Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God." Christians are to have a "no matter what" faith. No matter what we suffer for our faith, as Peter discusses, we are to live our lives not according to our passions, but according to the will of God. Even if you live in a place where there is religious freedom, at some point when you live with bold faith, you will collide with culture and culture will tell you to calm down, sit down and be quiet. But Peter calls Christians to live with a "No Matter What" faith.1 Peter 4:1-19. Peter writes to Christians, "Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God." Christians are to have a "no matter what" faith. No matter what we suffer for our faith, as Peter discusses, we are to live our lives not according to our passions, but according to the will of God. Even if you live in a place where there is religious freedom, at some point when you live with bold faith, you will collide with culture and culture will tell you to calm down, sit down and be quiet. But Peter calls Christians to live with a "No Matter What" faith.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-no-matter-whatSun, 11 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +000065ca3f21b25fb1 Peter 4:1-19. Peter writes to Christians, "Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God." Christians are to have a "no matter what" faith. No matter what we suffer for our faith, as Peter discusses, we are to live our lives not according to our passions, but according to the will of God. Even if you live in a place where there is religious freedom, at some point when you live with bold faith, you will collide with culture and culture will tell you to calm down, sit down and be quiet. But Peter calls Christians to live with a "No Matter What" faith.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:41falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - Righteous Relationships1 Peter 3:1-22. Peter ends chapter two reminding Christians what Jesus suffered in order to save us from our sins. That by his physical wounds, we have spiritual healing. Then he moves to say some things about relationships in chapter three, and we learn that righteous relationships in the home, in the church and in the world glorify God. And that’s what Peter calls us to – to have righteous relationships.1 Peter 3:1-22. Peter ends chapter two reminding Christians what Jesus suffered in order to save us from our sins. That by his physical wounds, we have spiritual healing. Then he moves to say some things about relationships in chapter three, and we learn that righteous relationships in the home, in the church and in the world glorify God. And that’s what Peter calls us to – to have righteous relationships.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-righteous-relationshipsSun, 04 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +000065c110dee8e671 Peter 3:1-22. Peter ends chapter two reminding Christians what Jesus suffered in order to save us from our sins. That by his physical wounds, we have spiritual healing. Then he moves to say some things about relationships in chapter three, and we learn that righteous relationships in the home, in the church and in the world glorify God. And that’s what Peter calls us to – to have righteous relationships.Jake Sledge, Matt Perkins & Kenley DoverJake Sledge, Matt Perkins & Kenley Dover00:37:44falseServing the Savior Because of the GospelToday was our annual Service Sunday where we put an emphasis on members being fully engaged in the life and work of the church. We had a brief message explaining that we serve the Savior because of the gospel. In other words, because of the saving news of Jesus, we willingly serve him. We spent some time digging into what that looks like. Then, we enjoyed to brief presentations about various areas in the church where members can serve.Today was our annual Service Sunday where we put an emphasis on members being fully engaged in the life and work of the church. We had a brief message explaining that we serve the Savior because of the gospel. In other words, because of the saving news of Jesus, we willingly serve him. We spent some time digging into what that looks like. Then, we enjoyed to brief presentations about various areas in the church where members can serve.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/serving-the-savior-because-of-the-gospelSun, 28 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +000065b7cb8f17c73Today was our annual Service Sunday where we put an emphasis on members being fully engaged in the life and work of the church. We had a brief message explaining that we serve the Savior because of the gospel. In other words, because of the saving news of Jesus, we willingly serve him. We spent some time digging into what that looks like. Then, we enjoyed to brief presentations about various areas in the church where members can serve.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:35:23falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - Living as God's People1 Peter 2:1-25. When you become a Christian, you are saved, but you are not yet all that God has called you to become. Peter calls Christians to become what God intends us to be – to grow spiritually and to be holy in whatever situation we are in and wherever we may live. To live lives of holiness, set apart for God’s service and his glory is what God's people are called to.1 Peter 2:1-25. When you become a Christian, you are saved, but you are not yet all that God has called you to become. Peter calls Christians to become what God intends us to be – to grow spiritually and to be holy in whatever situation we are in and wherever we may live. To live lives of holiness, set apart for God’s service and his glory is what God's people are called to.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-living-as-gods-peopleSun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +000065ae7b805be971 Peter 2:1-25. When you become a Christian, you are saved, but you are not yet all that God has called you to become. Peter calls Christians to become what God intends us to be – to grow spiritually and to be holy in whatever situation we are in and wherever we may live. To live lives of holiness, set apart for God’s service and his glory is what God's people are called to.Matt PerkinsMatt Perkins00:36:06falseMan's Search for MeaningEcclesiastes 12:13. If you look throughout all of human history, a common thread you will find is man searching for purpose. And if we're honest with ourselves, we still wrestle with that question, because we all want to find purpose in our lives. When we look at Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 12:13, we find what we're looking for.Ecclesiastes 12:13. If you look throughout all of human history, a common thread you will find is man searching for purpose. And if we're honest with ourselves, we still wrestle with that question, because we all want to find purpose in our lives. When we look at Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 12:13, we find what we're looking for.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mans-search-for-meaningSun, 14 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +000065a55e0a8bb10Ecclesiastes 12:13. If you look throughout all of human history, a common thread you will find is man searching for purpose. And if we're honest with ourselves, we still wrestle with that question, because we all want to find purpose in our lives. When we look at Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 12:13, we find what we're looking for.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:57falseHope, Holiness & Heaven - God's Powerful Promise1 Peter 1:1-25. Peter, who was very close to Jesus and with him during his ministry, wrote to these Gentile Christians to encourage them to hold on to their hope of heaven during persecutions. But Peter also calls Christians to live lives of holiness. It is our eternal hope that moves us to strive for holiness.1 Peter 1:1-25. Peter, who was very close to Jesus and with him during his ministry, wrote to these Gentile Christians to encourage them to hold on to their hope of heaven during persecutions. But Peter also calls Christians to live lives of holiness. It is our eternal hope that moves us to strive for holiness.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/hope-holiness-heaven-gods-powerful-promiseSun, 07 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000659c1a5e769c81 Peter 1:1-25. Peter, who was very close to Jesus and with him during his ministry, wrote to these Gentile Christians to encourage them to hold on to their hope of heaven during persecutions. But Peter also calls Christians to live lives of holiness. It is our eternal hope that moves us to strive for holiness.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:24falseFinding your True Identity - You are His Ambassador2 Corinthians 5:20. As ambassadors for Christ, Christians are supposed to see the opportunity to represent him wherever they go and bring Jesus into the world. When a person becomes a Christian, God gives them a ministry and a message. The ministry is the ministry of reconciliation and the message is the good news of salvation in Christ. We’re at the end of the year. Think about when you come to the end of your life, what will you want to have been true about your life? Will you want to look back and know you gave your life to be an ambassador for Christ, representing him in all you do? How can you love him more and serve him better next year? If you’ve not yet become a Christian by turning from your sins, by confessing Jesus as Lord, and by being baptized, do that today. Become reconciled with God today!2 Corinthians 5:20. As ambassadors for Christ, Christians are supposed to see the opportunity to represent him wherever they go and bring Jesus into the world. When a person becomes a Christian, God gives them a ministry and a message. The ministry is the ministry of reconciliation and the message is the good news of salvation in Christ. We’re at the end of the year. Think about when you come to the end of your life, what will you want to have been true about your life? Will you want to look back and know you gave your life to be an ambassador for Christ, representing him in all you do? How can you love him more and serve him better next year? If you’ve not yet become a Christian by turning from your sins, by confessing Jesus as Lord, and by being baptized, do that today. Become reconciled with God today!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-ambassadorSun, 31 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +00006592c5529a3f52 Corinthians 5:20. As ambassadors for Christ, Christians are supposed to see the opportunity to represent him wherever they go and bring Jesus into the world. When a person becomes a Christian, God gives them a ministry and a message. The ministry is the ministry of reconciliation and the message is the good news of salvation in Christ. We’re at the end of the year. Think about when you come to the end of your life, what will you want to have been true about your life? Will you want to look back and know you gave your life to be an ambassador for Christ, representing him in all you do? How can you love him more and serve him better next year? If you’ve not yet become a Christian by turning from your sins, by confessing Jesus as Lord, and by being baptized, do that today. Become reconciled with God today!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:46falseFinding your True Identity - You are His ServantMark 10:43-45. When we look at the story of Jesus coming into this world, miraculously born to his mother, Mary, and we understand why Jesus came to earth and believe in him, we can’t help but serve him. Christian's lives are to be marked by service. It's a part of our identity. The Christmas story isn’t about a cute baby, but a mighty Savior. Jesus was born in a manger, but he came for a cross. He came to serve God by giving his life as a ransom for many. So we live in service to him out of thankfulness to him.Mark 10:43-45. When we look at the story of Jesus coming into this world, miraculously born to his mother, Mary, and we understand why Jesus came to earth and believe in him, we can’t help but serve him. Christian's lives are to be marked by service. It's a part of our identity. The Christmas story isn’t about a cute baby, but a mighty Savior. Jesus was born in a manger, but he came for a cross. He came to serve God by giving his life as a ransom for many. So we live in service to him out of thankfulness to him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-servantSun, 24 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +00006589473d184d3Mark 10:43-45. When we look at the story of Jesus coming into this world, miraculously born to his mother, Mary, and we understand why Jesus came to earth and believe in him, we can’t help but serve him. Christian's lives are to be marked by service. It's a part of our identity. The Christmas story isn’t about a cute baby, but a mighty Savior. Jesus was born in a manger, but he came for a cross. He came to serve God by giving his life as a ransom for many. So we live in service to him out of thankfulness to him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:58falseFinding your True Identity - You are His BrideEphesians 5:25-32. When a person becomes a Christian, they enter into a special relationship with Jesus. You are added to his church, which the Bible says is the Bride of Christ. That’s what we’re talking about today. Jesus chose to use the highest expression of commitment between two people to express his commitment to you when you become a Christian. The Bible uses marriage between a husband and wife to show us the kind of relationship we have with Jesus. Your identity then, is wrapped up in his relationship and commitment to you.Ephesians 5:25-32. When a person becomes a Christian, they enter into a special relationship with Jesus. You are added to his church, which the Bible says is the Bride of Christ. That’s what we’re talking about today. Jesus chose to use the highest expression of commitment between two people to express his commitment to you when you become a Christian. The Bible uses marriage between a husband and wife to show us the kind of relationship we have with Jesus. Your identity then, is wrapped up in his relationship and commitment to you.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-brideSun, 17 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +000065805294b8762Ephesians 5:25-32. When a person becomes a Christian, they enter into a special relationship with Jesus. You are added to his church, which the Bible says is the Bride of Christ. That’s what we’re talking about today. Jesus chose to use the highest expression of commitment between two people to express his commitment to you when you become a Christian. The Bible uses marriage between a husband and wife to show us the kind of relationship we have with Jesus. Your identity then, is wrapped up in his relationship and commitment to you.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:24falseFinding your True Identity - You are His Priest1 Peter 2:9. The priests who served in the tabernacle had two basic characteristics: They had access to God and they offered sacrifices to God. Today, Christians are the royal priesthood of God. We no longer access God through a priest in the tabernacle, we have direct access to God. We no longer take our animal sacrifice to the priest to offer God for us, we offer God spiritual sacrifices by how we serve and worship him. Our spiritual sacrifices include our bodies, our praise and our good works. The reason God’s priests today want to offer spiritual sacrifices to him is because he has saved us from our sins, made us new, made us his children and that’s why we want to praise him and serve him with our whole lives.1 Peter 2:9. The priests who served in the tabernacle had two basic characteristics: They had access to God and they offered sacrifices to God. Today, Christians are the royal priesthood of God. We no longer access God through a priest in the tabernacle, we have direct access to God. We no longer take our animal sacrifice to the priest to offer God for us, we offer God spiritual sacrifices by how we serve and worship him. Our spiritual sacrifices include our bodies, our praise and our good works. The reason God’s priests today want to offer spiritual sacrifices to him is because he has saved us from our sins, made us new, made us his children and that’s why we want to praise him and serve him with our whole lives.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-priestSun, 10 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000657744f4060011 Peter 2:9. The priests who served in the tabernacle had two basic characteristics: They had access to God and they offered sacrifices to God. Today, Christians are the royal priesthood of God. We no longer access God through a priest in the tabernacle, we have direct access to God. We no longer take our animal sacrifice to the priest to offer God for us, we offer God spiritual sacrifices by how we serve and worship him. Our spiritual sacrifices include our bodies, our praise and our good works. The reason God’s priests today want to offer spiritual sacrifices to him is because he has saved us from our sins, made us new, made us his children and that’s why we want to praise him and serve him with our whole lives.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:38falseFinding your True Identity - You are His Child2 Corinthians 6:18. When you were conceived and then born into this world, you became a child to your parents. You belong to their family. In that sense, all people are children of God because he is the one who creates us, and we are born into this world. But a Christian is both the created child of God and the recreated child of God because they are made new, or born again, in Christ.2 Corinthians 6:18. When you were conceived and then born into this world, you became a child to your parents. You belong to their family. In that sense, all people are children of God because he is the one who creates us, and we are born into this world. But a Christian is both the created child of God and the recreated child of God because they are made new, or born again, in Christ.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-childSun, 03 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000656e7e17749632 Corinthians 6:18. When you were conceived and then born into this world, you became a child to your parents. You belong to their family. In that sense, all people are children of God because he is the one who creates us, and we are born into this world. But a Christian is both the created child of God and the recreated child of God because they are made new, or born again, in Christ.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:00falseFinding your True Identity - You are His New Creation2 Corinthians 5:17. Culture tells you, “You are what you possess, you are the image you project, and you are what your status is.” These external, worldly measurements will always shift and change. Take those away and who are you? Our true identity needs to come from something more stable and sure than that. We can bounce around constantly trying to find our identity in the fleeting and temporary or we can find our identity in God, which is true and lasting. This series is about the Christian's true identity, and we begin with understanding that a Christian is a new creation.2 Corinthians 5:17. Culture tells you, “You are what you possess, you are the image you project, and you are what your status is.” These external, worldly measurements will always shift and change. Take those away and who are you? Our true identity needs to come from something more stable and sure than that. We can bounce around constantly trying to find our identity in the fleeting and temporary or we can find our identity in God, which is true and lasting. This series is about the Christian's true identity, and we begin with understanding that a Christian is a new creation.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/finding-your-true-identity-you-are-his-new-creationSun, 26 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +00006564aa3f727962 Corinthians 5:17. Culture tells you, “You are what you possess, you are the image you project, and you are what your status is.” These external, worldly measurements will always shift and change. Take those away and who are you? Our true identity needs to come from something more stable and sure than that. We can bounce around constantly trying to find our identity in the fleeting and temporary or we can find our identity in God, which is true and lasting. This series is about the Christian's true identity, and we begin with understanding that a Christian is a new creation.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:57falseMark: Following the Son of God - Salvation in the Son of GodMark 15:1-16:20 The whole gospel of Mark has led up to this point where Jesus would complete his mission of bringing us salvation. Mark will fully reveal Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of God who died on the cross for our sins and then was raised by the power of God. We learn that we have salvation in the Son of God by his death, his resurrection and by believing in him. Finally, we see in Acts 2 what people did when they believed this wonderful message of Jesus.Mark 15:1-16:20 The whole gospel of Mark has led up to this point where Jesus would complete his mission of bringing us salvation. Mark will fully reveal Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of God who died on the cross for our sins and then was raised by the power of God. We learn that we have salvation in the Son of God by his death, his resurrection and by believing in him. Finally, we see in Acts 2 what people did when they believed this wonderful message of Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-salvation-in-the-son-of-godSun, 19 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000655b891fa34bdMark 15:1-16:20 The whole gospel of Mark has led up to this point where Jesus would complete his mission of bringing us salvation. Mark will fully reveal Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of God who died on the cross for our sins and then was raised by the power of God. We learn that we have salvation in the Son of God by his death, his resurrection and by believing in him. Finally, we see in Acts 2 what people did when they believed this wonderful message of Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:12falseMark: Following the Son of God - A Meal with the MasterMark 14:12-25 Jesus and and his disciples will celebrate the Passover meal, which goes back generations for the Jewish people as they remembered God's salvation from Egyptian slavery. Except tonight is different. Jesus will change everything. Tonight he will give them the Lord's Supper which will commemorate his death that will save believers from the slavery of sin and death.Mark 14:12-25 Jesus and and his disciples will celebrate the Passover meal, which goes back generations for the Jewish people as they remembered God's salvation from Egyptian slavery. Except tonight is different. Jesus will change everything. Tonight he will give them the Lord's Supper which will commemorate his death that will save believers from the slavery of sin and death.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-a-meal-with-the-masterSun, 12 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000655241abb810aMark 14:12-25 Jesus and and his disciples will celebrate the Passover meal, which goes back generations for the Jewish people as they remembered God's salvation from Egyptian slavery. Except tonight is different. Jesus will change everything. Tonight he will give them the Lord's Supper which will commemorate his death that will save believers from the slavery of sin and death.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:22falseMark: Following the Son of God - The Triumphal EntryMark 11:1-11 The triumphal entry, as it’s called, is when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a Sunday at the beginning of his last week on Earth. All that is written in the gospels has been leading up to this week. He has told his disciples three times now that this time was coming. Now it was time for this to be fulfilled. This story is called the “Triumphal Entry” because Jesus enters Jerusalem triumphantly as a king. But it doesn’t look like that to us, at first. So, what is so important about this moment?Mark 11:1-11 The triumphal entry, as it’s called, is when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a Sunday at the beginning of his last week on Earth. All that is written in the gospels has been leading up to this week. He has told his disciples three times now that this time was coming. Now it was time for this to be fulfilled. This story is called the “Triumphal Entry” because Jesus enters Jerusalem triumphantly as a king. But it doesn’t look like that to us, at first. So, what is so important about this moment?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-the-triumphal-entrySun, 05 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +000065490080d5087Mark 11:1-11 The triumphal entry, as it’s called, is when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a Sunday at the beginning of his last week on Earth. All that is written in the gospels has been leading up to this week. He has told his disciples three times now that this time was coming. Now it was time for this to be fulfilled. This story is called the “Triumphal Entry” because Jesus enters Jerusalem triumphantly as a king. But it doesn’t look like that to us, at first. So, what is so important about this moment?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:11falseMark: Following the Son of God - Start Acting Like a ChildMark 10:1-31 The Pharisees try to trap Jesus in the hotly debated subject of divorce, but he takes marriage back to God's creation and intent and shows the Pharisees the hard heartedness of the people. A young rich man asks Jesus what else he needs to do to inherit eternal life and Jesus points out something in his heart that is still holding him back. But in between these two moments is the story of the children coming to Jesus. Jesus says something to us about marriage and money in this moment with the children when he tells us unless we start acting like a child, our hearts won't be right and we won't be able to enter the kingdom of God.Mark 10:1-31 The Pharisees try to trap Jesus in the hotly debated subject of divorce, but he takes marriage back to God's creation and intent and shows the Pharisees the hard heartedness of the people. A young rich man asks Jesus what else he needs to do to inherit eternal life and Jesus points out something in his heart that is still holding him back. But in between these two moments is the story of the children coming to Jesus. Jesus says something to us about marriage and money in this moment with the children when he tells us unless we start acting like a child, our hearts won't be right and we won't be able to enter the kingdom of God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-start-acting-like-a-childSun, 29 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000653fa9c3837b7Mark 10:1-31 The Pharisees try to trap Jesus in the hotly debated subject of divorce, but he takes marriage back to God's creation and intent and shows the Pharisees the hard heartedness of the people. A young rich man asks Jesus what else he needs to do to inherit eternal life and Jesus points out something in his heart that is still holding him back. But in between these two moments is the story of the children coming to Jesus. Jesus says something to us about marriage and money in this moment with the children when he tells us unless we start acting like a child, our hearts won't be right and we won't be able to enter the kingdom of God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:10falseMark: Following the Son of God - Who is this Jesus?Mark 8:27-9:13 Mark gives us a fascinating behind the scenes look at how Jesus was teaching the disciples to increase their faith in him, to see him more clearly for who he is and to truly believe what he says. The message also points to us. Do we see Jesus clearly? Do we listen to what he says about himself and surrender ourselves to him?Mark 8:27-9:13 Mark gives us a fascinating behind the scenes look at how Jesus was teaching the disciples to increase their faith in him, to see him more clearly for who he is and to truly believe what he says. The message also points to us. Do we see Jesus clearly? Do we listen to what he says about himself and surrender ourselves to him?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-who-is-this-jesusSun, 22 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +000065367d72a5c9bMark 8:27-9:13 Mark gives us a fascinating behind the scenes look at how Jesus was teaching the disciples to increase their faith in him, to see him more clearly for who he is and to truly believe what he says. The message also points to us. Do we see Jesus clearly? Do we listen to what he says about himself and surrender ourselves to him?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:13falseMark: Following the Son of God - Treat the Problem not the SymptomMark 7:14-23 Pharisees come from Jerusalem to trap Jesus breaking the law. They think they found something when the disciples don't wash their hands before eating. But Jesus shows them the hypocrisy of their traditions they built around the law that actually kept people from following God. Jesus taught what truly defiles us is the sin that's in our hearts. Jesus is the answer for how to get our hearts cleaned and purified.Mark 7:14-23 Pharisees come from Jerusalem to trap Jesus breaking the law. They think they found something when the disciples don't wash their hands before eating. But Jesus shows them the hypocrisy of their traditions they built around the law that actually kept people from following God. Jesus taught what truly defiles us is the sin that's in our hearts. Jesus is the answer for how to get our hearts cleaned and purified.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-treat-the-problem-not-the-symptomSun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000652d76ebc8cd6Mark 7:14-23 Pharisees come from Jerusalem to trap Jesus breaking the law. They think they found something when the disciples don't wash their hands before eating. But Jesus shows them the hypocrisy of their traditions they built around the law that actually kept people from following God. Jesus taught what truly defiles us is the sin that's in our hearts. Jesus is the answer for how to get our hearts cleaned and purified.William ChenWilliam Chen00:27:55falseThe Blessing of the Sealing with the Promised Holy SpiritBro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School was our guest preacher today and shared with us about the Holy Spirit from Ephesians 1:13-14.Bro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School was our guest preacher today and shared with us about the Holy Spirit from Ephesians 1:13-14.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-blessing-of-the-sealing-with-the-promised-holy-spiritSun, 08 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +00006523913ed1e5dBro. William Chen with Chinese Bible School was our guest preacher today and shared with us about the Holy Spirit from Ephesians 1:13-14.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:30falseMark: Following the Son of God - Jesus Wants to Reach UsMark 6:45-56 Jesus has dismissed the crowd after feeding them and he has sent the disciples in a boat to cross the sea while he goes to pray. During the night, the disciples are stuck in a windstorm on the sea and Jesus comes to them, walking on water. Mark tells us that when Jesus got in the boat, the disciples were astonished, but he connects it to the feeding of the 5,000 and says they still didn't understand the lesson of the loaves. Then we find Jesus landing at the shore and healing many people. Jesus was trying to reach the disciples' hearts so they would see him for who he truly is and put their full and complete trust in him. And that's what he's trying to do for us, to reach into our hearts and lives so we truly believe in who he is.Mark 6:45-56 Jesus has dismissed the crowd after feeding them and he has sent the disciples in a boat to cross the sea while he goes to pray. During the night, the disciples are stuck in a windstorm on the sea and Jesus comes to them, walking on water. Mark tells us that when Jesus got in the boat, the disciples were astonished, but he connects it to the feeding of the 5,000 and says they still didn't understand the lesson of the loaves. Then we find Jesus landing at the shore and healing many people. Jesus was trying to reach the disciples' hearts so they would see him for who he truly is and put their full and complete trust in him. And that's what he's trying to do for us, to reach into our hearts and lives so we truly believe in who he is.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-jesus-wants-to-reach-usSun, 01 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000651aafb9d6290Mark 6:45-56 Jesus has dismissed the crowd after feeding them and he has sent the disciples in a boat to cross the sea while he goes to pray. During the night, the disciples are stuck in a windstorm on the sea and Jesus comes to them, walking on water. Mark tells us that when Jesus got in the boat, the disciples were astonished, but he connects it to the feeding of the 5,000 and says they still didn't understand the lesson of the loaves. Then we find Jesus landing at the shore and healing many people. Jesus was trying to reach the disciples' hearts so they would see him for who he truly is and put their full and complete trust in him. And that's what he's trying to do for us, to reach into our hearts and lives so we truly believe in who he is.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:18falseMark: Following the Son of God - Compassion Never Clocks OutMark 6:30-44 Jesus was taking the apostles across the sea to a quiet place for rest only to find a large crowd waiting for him on the shore. Instead of being irritated with them, he had compassion on them and taught them. Later he fed them using what little food they had. When the apostles were trying to calculate how to feed the people, Jesus taught them to deepen their faith in him. You never know what God will do with your little bread and fish, you just be full of compassion and faith in Jesus.Mark 6:30-44 Jesus was taking the apostles across the sea to a quiet place for rest only to find a large crowd waiting for him on the shore. Instead of being irritated with them, he had compassion on them and taught them. Later he fed them using what little food they had. When the apostles were trying to calculate how to feed the people, Jesus taught them to deepen their faith in him. You never know what God will do with your little bread and fish, you just be full of compassion and faith in Jesus.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-compassion-never-clocks-outSun, 24 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +000065119c5f0916dMark 6:30-44 Jesus was taking the apostles across the sea to a quiet place for rest only to find a large crowd waiting for him on the shore. Instead of being irritated with them, he had compassion on them and taught them. Later he fed them using what little food they had. When the apostles were trying to calculate how to feed the people, Jesus taught them to deepen their faith in him. You never know what God will do with your little bread and fish, you just be full of compassion and faith in Jesus.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:35:47falseMark: Following the Son of God - Jesus Cares about our ProblemsMark 5:21-43 A synagogue ruler puts his faith in Jesus and rushes to beg him to come heal his dying twelve-year-old daughter and on the way a woman who's been sick for twelve years trusts if she can just touch Jesus she'll be healed. Jesus isn't bothered by their interruptions and he cares about their problems. Jesus cares about our problems, too. And he calls us to put our faith in him no matter what happens in life.Mark 5:21-43 A synagogue ruler puts his faith in Jesus and rushes to beg him to come heal his dying twelve-year-old daughter and on the way a woman who's been sick for twelve years trusts if she can just touch Jesus she'll be healed. Jesus isn't bothered by their interruptions and he cares about their problems. Jesus cares about our problems, too. And he calls us to put our faith in him no matter what happens in life.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-jesus-cares-about-our-problemsSun, 17 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000650892d93a5edMark 5:21-43 A synagogue ruler puts his faith in Jesus and rushes to beg him to come heal his dying twelve-year-old daughter and on the way a woman who's been sick for twelve years trusts if she can just touch Jesus she'll be healed. Jesus isn't bothered by their interruptions and he cares about their problems. Jesus cares about our problems, too. And he calls us to put our faith in him no matter what happens in life.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:43falseMark: Following the Son of God - No Storm is a Match for JesusMark 4:35-41 Jesus was exhausted from all his work and wanted to go across the sea to the other side and get some rest on the short trip. While he slept, a giant windstorm stirred up and threatened their lives. The disciples were terrified, woke Jesus up and asked him if he even cared about what was going on. Then, Jesus taught a powerful lesson on trusting in him through our storms.Mark 4:35-41 Jesus was exhausted from all his work and wanted to go across the sea to the other side and get some rest on the short trip. While he slept, a giant windstorm stirred up and threatened their lives. The disciples were terrified, woke Jesus up and asked him if he even cared about what was going on. Then, Jesus taught a powerful lesson on trusting in him through our storms.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-no-storm-is-a-match-for-jesusSun, 10 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +000064ff4edf8dcedMark 4:35-41 Jesus was exhausted from all his work and wanted to go across the sea to the other side and get some rest on the short trip. While he slept, a giant windstorm stirred up and threatened their lives. The disciples were terrified, woke Jesus up and asked him if he even cared about what was going on. Then, Jesus taught a powerful lesson on trusting in him through our storms.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:08falseMark: Following the Son of God - The Time is Always Right to Do what is RightMark 2:23-3:6 Jesus is challenged by the Pharisees about the Sabbath and Jesus show them they don't even understand the Sabbath because they had made it about following all their rules instead of a time of rest, refreshment and relationship. Jesus shows us that it is always right to do right and always good to do good when he heals a man on the Sabbath, which infuriates the Pharisees.Mark 2:23-3:6 Jesus is challenged by the Pharisees about the Sabbath and Jesus show them they don't even understand the Sabbath because they had made it about following all their rules instead of a time of rest, refreshment and relationship. Jesus shows us that it is always right to do right and always good to do good when he heals a man on the Sabbath, which infuriates the Pharisees.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-the-time-is-always-right-to-do-what-is-rightSun, 03 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +000064f5e5efd3a0bMark 2:23-3:6 Jesus is challenged by the Pharisees about the Sabbath and Jesus show them they don't even understand the Sabbath because they had made it about following all their rules instead of a time of rest, refreshment and relationship. Jesus shows us that it is always right to do right and always good to do good when he heals a man on the Sabbath, which infuriates the Pharisees.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:24falseMark: Following the Son of God - We Need Forgiveness More than HealingMark 2:1-12 When four friends cut a hole in a roof to lower their paralyzed friend down to Jesus to be healed everyone was amazed! But in this moment, Jesus taught everyone a powerful lesson about his identity. He is the Son of God, the Son of Man and the one God sent to save us from our sins. Jesus shows us that our eternal position is more important that our physical condition.Mark 2:1-12 When four friends cut a hole in a roof to lower their paralyzed friend down to Jesus to be healed everyone was amazed! But in this moment, Jesus taught everyone a powerful lesson about his identity. He is the Son of God, the Son of Man and the one God sent to save us from our sins. Jesus shows us that our eternal position is more important that our physical condition.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-we-need-forgiveness-more-than-healingSun, 27 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +000064ecbe9e4ec5fMark 2:1-12 When four friends cut a hole in a roof to lower their paralyzed friend down to Jesus to be healed everyone was amazed! But in this moment, Jesus taught everyone a powerful lesson about his identity. He is the Son of God, the Son of Man and the one God sent to save us from our sins. Jesus shows us that our eternal position is more important that our physical condition.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:03falseMark: Following the Son of God - The Son of God is HereMark 1:1-20 Mark opens his gospel telling us this is the good news about the Son of God who is now here. God has not spoken in four hundred years, and when he does after Jesus is baptized, he tears open heaven and speaks.Mark 1:1-20 Mark opens his gospel telling us this is the good news about the Son of God who is now here. God has not spoken in four hundred years, and when he does after Jesus is baptized, he tears open heaven and speaks.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/mark-following-the-son-of-god-the-son-of-god-is-hereSun, 20 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +000064e38221ed7b4Mark 1:1-20 Mark opens his gospel telling us this is the good news about the Son of God who is now here. God has not spoken in four hundred years, and when he does after Jesus is baptized, he tears open heaven and speaks.Kenley DoverKenley Dover00:29:49falseLifeThe word "life" is a small word with a big meaning. The word means different things to us, but what is the life that Jesus wants us to have? In John 10:10 he tells us what that life is. And it's better than any other definition of life.The word "life" is a small word with a big meaning. The word means different things to us, but what is the life that Jesus wants us to have? In John 10:10 he tells us what that life is. And it's better than any other definition of life.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/lifeSun, 13 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +000064da53f864320The word "life" is a small word with a big meaning. The word means different things to us, but what is the life that Jesus wants us to have? In John 10:10 he tells us what that life is. And it's better than any other definition of life.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:12falseThe Domino Effect - Getting Back UpNo one likes to make a bad decision, but what should a Christian do when they fall down in sin? They need to get back up. But how can they get back up and move forward with Jesus?No one likes to make a bad decision, but what should a Christian do when they fall down in sin? They need to get back up. But how can they get back up and move forward with Jesus?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-getting-back-upSun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +000064d14d7ca2c2eNo one likes to make a bad decision, but what should a Christian do when they fall down in sin? They need to get back up. But how can they get back up and move forward with Jesus?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:00falseThe Domino Effect - Eternity FocusedEternity is something we can't hardly comprehend, yet everyone will spend eternity in one of two places. Paul encouraged us not to lose heart and get discouraged, but to be renewed day by day in our relationship with Jesus and keep our focus on eternity.Eternity is something we can't hardly comprehend, yet everyone will spend eternity in one of two places. Paul encouraged us not to lose heart and get discouraged, but to be renewed day by day in our relationship with Jesus and keep our focus on eternity.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-eternity-focusedSun, 30 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +000064c7e9762db23Eternity is something we can't hardly comprehend, yet everyone will spend eternity in one of two places. Paul encouraged us not to lose heart and get discouraged, but to be renewed day by day in our relationship with Jesus and keep our focus on eternity.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:23:03falseThe Domino Effect - Be An AmbassadorWe look at five metaphors in Scripture that teach us what we need to be as followers of Christ who represent him and tell about him.We look at five metaphors in Scripture that teach us what we need to be as followers of Christ who represent him and tell about him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-be-an-ambassadorSun, 23 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +000064be7491c4c85We look at five metaphors in Scripture that teach us what we need to be as followers of Christ who represent him and tell about him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:17falseThe Domino Effect - God-Centered PrioritiesEvery decision we make is saying "Yes" to one thing and "No" to another. We must prioritize the things that are most important to us. Jesus gave Christians the ultimate guide to making God-centered priorities in Matthew 6:33, which helps us seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness in our finances, in our time and in our conversations.Every decision we make is saying "Yes" to one thing and "No" to another. We must prioritize the things that are most important to us. Jesus gave Christians the ultimate guide to making God-centered priorities in Matthew 6:33, which helps us seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness in our finances, in our time and in our conversations.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-god-centered-prioritiesSun, 16 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +000064b569b2296afEvery decision we make is saying "Yes" to one thing and "No" to another. We must prioritize the things that are most important to us. Jesus gave Christians the ultimate guide to making God-centered priorities in Matthew 6:33, which helps us seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness in our finances, in our time and in our conversations.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:31falseThe Domino Effect - To God Be the GloryEvery decision the Christ follower makes is to bring glory to God. We look at a few areas in our life where we can make godly decisions that will glorify him.Every decision the Christ follower makes is to bring glory to God. We look at a few areas in our life where we can make godly decisions that will glorify him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-to-god-be-the-glorySun, 09 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +000064ab4d762f7deEvery decision the Christ follower makes is to bring glory to God. We look at a few areas in our life where we can make godly decisions that will glorify him.Matt PerkinsMatt Perkins00:34:35falseJesus Loves MeNo matter how much we talk about it, we cannot spend enough time talking about Jesus' love for us and we cannot say everything there is to say about that wonderful topic of Jesus' love for each of us.No matter how much we talk about it, we cannot spend enough time talking about Jesus' love for us and we cannot say everything there is to say about that wonderful topic of Jesus' love for each of us.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/jesus-loves-meSun, 02 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +000064a46468de3f8No matter how much we talk about it, we cannot spend enough time talking about Jesus' love for us and we cannot say everything there is to say about that wonderful topic of Jesus' love for each of us.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:42falseThe Domino Effect - Decisions Make a DifferenceDecisions are like dominoes. Each one effects the other and they lead you somewhere. Christ followers must learn to make decisions that lead them to glorify God in their lives and to spend eternity with him.Decisions are like dominoes. Each one effects the other and they lead you somewhere. Christ followers must learn to make decisions that lead them to glorify God in their lives and to spend eternity with him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-domino-effect-decisions-make-a-differenceSun, 25 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +00006499b5e470232Decisions are like dominoes. Each one effects the other and they lead you somewhere. Christ followers must learn to make decisions that lead them to glorify God in their lives and to spend eternity with him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:21falseFamily Matters: A Question for DadsDads have lots of responsibilities and they are concerned about the many needs of their family. But there is one question for husbands and fathers that is more important than all others. In Ephesians 5:25, Paul said husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church. What does that mean and how do I do it?Dads have lots of responsibilities and they are concerned about the many needs of their family. But there is one question for husbands and fathers that is more important than all others. In Ephesians 5:25, Paul said husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church. What does that mean and how do I do it?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-a-question-for-dadsSun, 18 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f8155ec3cDads have lots of responsibilities and they are concerned about the many needs of their family. But there is one question for husbands and fathers that is more important than all others. In Ephesians 5:25, Paul said husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church. What does that mean and how do I do it?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:05falseFamily Matters: God Bless our MessWe've all made foolish mistakes. But we see in the lives of people in the Bible that God works is in the business of turning lives around. Failure doesn't have to be final if we turn our lives over to God.We've all made foolish mistakes. But we see in the lives of people in the Bible that God works is in the business of turning lives around. Failure doesn't have to be final if we turn our lives over to God.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-god-bless-our-messSun, 11 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81560644We've all made foolish mistakes. But we see in the lives of people in the Bible that God works is in the business of turning lives around. Failure doesn't have to be final if we turn our lives over to God.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:01falseFamily Matters: Our Heritage from the LordHow should parents raise their children? What does the Bible teach us about parenting? With many things competing for our attention, God's Word has some critical things for parents to understand about being godly parents.How should parents raise their children? What does the Bible teach us about parenting? With many things competing for our attention, God's Word has some critical things for parents to understand about being godly parents.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-our-heritage-from-the-lordSun, 04 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81561eafHow should parents raise their children? What does the Bible teach us about parenting? With many things competing for our attention, God's Word has some critical things for parents to understand about being godly parents.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:43falseFamily Matters: Teach Us to PrayOne of the things we need to do the most is what we often do the least. We need to be people of prayer. We need to pray together in the home. We need to learn how to pray and pray often. God listens to our prayers and is at work in our lives.One of the things we need to do the most is what we often do the least. We need to be people of prayer. We need to pray together in the home. We need to learn how to pray and pray often. God listens to our prayers and is at work in our lives.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-teach-us-to-praySun, 28 May 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81563652One of the things we need to do the most is what we often do the least. We need to be people of prayer. We need to pray together in the home. We need to learn how to pray and pray often. God listens to our prayers and is at work in our lives.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:48falseFamily Matters: What Moms DoProverbs 31 is a common passage about godly women. But it shouldn't be looked at as a to-do list for moms. There are some key things we learn from this older woman who passed on her wisdom about women to her son who is now a king.Proverbs 31 is a common passage about godly women. But it shouldn't be looked at as a to-do list for moms. There are some key things we learn from this older woman who passed on her wisdom about women to her son who is now a king.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-what-moms-doSun, 21 May 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f8156e4e1Proverbs 31 is a common passage about godly women. But it shouldn't be looked at as a to-do list for moms. There are some key things we learn from this older woman who passed on her wisdom about women to her son who is now a king.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:23:54falseFamily Matters: Moms Matter1 Timothy 2:15 is an interesting verse about mothers. While it's a difficult verse, what is Paul saying about mothers that is unique and special? He's telling us that there is something very special about being called "mom".1 Timothy 2:15 is an interesting verse about mothers. While it's a difficult verse, what is Paul saying about mothers that is unique and special? He's telling us that there is something very special about being called "mom".https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/family-matters-moms-matterSun, 14 May 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f816089591 Timothy 2:15 is an interesting verse about mothers. While it's a difficult verse, what is Paul saying about mothers that is unique and special? He's telling us that there is something very special about being called "mom".Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:56falseDaniel - Enduring Faith: Total TrustDaniel - Enduring Faith: Total TrustDaniel - Enduring Faith: Total Trusthttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/daniel-enduring-faith-total-trustSun, 07 May 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81607089Daniel - Enduring Faith: Total TrustJake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:35falseDaniel - Enduring Faith: Bold StandDaniel - Enduring Faith: Bold StandDaniel - Enduring Faith: Bold Standhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/daniel-enduring-faith-bold-standSun, 30 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81605851Daniel - Enduring Faith: Bold StandJake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:56falseDaniel - Enduring Faith: Uncompromising FaithDaniel - Enduring Faith: Uncompromising FaithDaniel - Enduring Faith: Uncompromising Faithhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/daniel-enduring-faith-uncompromising-faithSun, 23 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81603fc3Daniel - Enduring Faith: Uncompromising FaithJake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:22falseDaniel - Enduring Faith: Courageous CommitmentDaniel - Enduring Faith: Courageous CommitmentDaniel - Enduring Faith: Courageous Commitmenthttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/daniel-enduring-faith-courageous-commitmentSun, 09 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81601ec8Daniel - Enduring Faith: Courageous CommitmentJake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:12falseAfter I Believe: Keeping in StepAfter I Believe: Keeping in StepAfter I Believe: Keeping in Stephttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-keeping-in-stepSun, 02 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f81600640After I Believe: Keeping in StepJake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:08falseAfter I Believe: Saved to Serve and ShareAfter I Believe: Saved to Serve and ShareAfter I Believe: Saved to Serve and Sharehttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-saved-to-serve-and-shareSun, 26 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815f303bAfter I Believe: Saved to Serve and ShareKenley DoverKenley Dover00:33:35falseAfter I Believe: Worshiping in Spirit and in TruthJesus taught the woman at the well that the true worshippers of God will worship him in spirit and in truth. What did Jesus mean by that and what does that mean for Christians today?Jesus taught the woman at the well that the true worshippers of God will worship him in spirit and in truth. What did Jesus mean by that and what does that mean for Christians today?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-worshiping-in-spirit-and-in-truthSun, 19 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f8156fcd4Jesus taught the woman at the well that the true worshippers of God will worship him in spirit and in truth. What did Jesus mean by that and what does that mean for Christians today?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:06falseAfter I Believe: My Church FamilyAfter I Believe: My Church FamilyAfter I Believe: My Church Familyhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-my-church-familySun, 12 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815f179fAfter I Believe: My Church FamilyJake SledgeJake Sledge00:37:20falseAfter I Believe: Talking to GodAfter I Believe: Talking to GodAfter I Believe: Talking to Godhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-talking-to-godSun, 05 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815ef1e6After I Believe: Talking to GodJake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:57falseAfter I Believe: Learning and Loving the BibleAfter I Believe: Learning and Loving the BibleAfter I Believe: Learning and Loving the Biblehttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/after-i-believe-learning-and-loving-the-bibleSun, 26 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815ed99fAfter I Believe: Learning and Loving the BibleJake SledgeJake Sledge00:35:01falseJames - Do Your Faith: Faithful PrayerJames - Do Your Faith: Faithful PrayerJames - Do Your Faith: Faithful Prayerhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-faithful-prayerSun, 19 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815ebf38James - Do Your Faith: Faithful PrayerJake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:10falseJames - Do Your Faith: Faith and WealthJames - Do Your Faith: Faith and WealthJames - Do Your Faith: Faith and Wealthhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-faith-and-wealthSun, 12 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815ea666James - Do Your Faith: Faith and WealthJake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:51falseJames - Do Your Faith: Words and WorldlinessJames - Do Your Faith: Words and WorldlinessJames - Do Your Faith: Words and Worldlinesshttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-words-and-worldlinessSun, 05 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815e8e0aJames - Do Your Faith: Words and WorldlinessJake SledgeJake Sledge00:10:34falseJames - Do Your Faith: Living FaithJames - Do Your Faith: Living FaithJames - Do Your Faith: Living Faithhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-living-faithSun, 29 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815e58faJames - Do Your Faith: Living FaithJake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:28falseJames - Do Your Faith: The Law of LoveJames - Do Your Faith: The Law of LoveJames - Do Your Faith: The Law of Lovehttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-the-law-of-loveSun, 22 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815e7390James - Do Your Faith: The Law of LoveJake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:47falseJames - Do Your Faith: Live Your FaithJames - Do Your Faith: Live Your FaithJames - Do Your Faith: Live Your Faithhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-live-your-faithSun, 15 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f8156b5adJames - Do Your Faith: Live Your FaithJake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:49falseJames - Do Your Faith: Tempted and TriedJames - Do Your Faith: Tempted and TriedJames - Do Your Faith: Tempted and Triedhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-do-your-faith-tempted-and-triedSun, 08 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815e4010James - Do Your Faith: Tempted and TriedJake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:21falseJames - Faith Under PressureJames - Faith Under PressureJames - Faith Under Pressurehttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/james-faith-under-pressureSun, 01 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +00006491f815e278bJames - Faith Under PressureJake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:49falseUnderstanding the Trinity: JesusUnderstanding the Trinity: JesusUnderstanding the Trinity: Jesushttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/understanding-the-trinity-jesusSun, 25 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815e0f71Understanding the Trinity: JesusJake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:07falseUnderstanding the Trinity: Holy SpiritUnderstanding the Trinity: Holy SpiritUnderstanding the Trinity: Holy Spirithttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/understanding-the-trinity-holy-spiritSun, 18 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815df764Understanding the Trinity: Holy SpiritJake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:28falseUnderstanding the Trinity: GodUnderstanding the Trinity: GodUnderstanding the Trinity: Godhttps://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/understanding-the-trinity-godSun, 11 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815dde95Understanding the Trinity: GodJake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:18falseThe Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 3The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 3The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 3https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-church-of-our-lord-faithful-church-pt-3Sun, 04 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815dc640The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 3Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:59falseThe Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 2The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 2The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 2https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-church-of-our-lord-faithful-church-pt-2Sun, 27 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815dad12The Church of our Lord: Faithful Church pt. 2Kenley DoverKenley 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WorshipJake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:36falseThe Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 2The Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 2The Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 2https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-church-of-our-lord-unfaithful-teachers-pt-2Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815cfe7fThe Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 2Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:19falseThe Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 1The Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 1The Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 1https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-church-of-our-lord-unfaithful-teachers-pt-1Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815ce69cThe Church of our Lord: Unfaithful Teachers pt. 1Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:35:22falseThat's a Good Question: What about my Purpose?That's a Good Question: What about my Purpose?That's a Good Question: What about my Purpose?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-my-purposeSun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815cc998That's a Good Question: What about my Purpose?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:13falseThat's a Good Question: What about Evil and Suffering?That's a Good Question: What about Evil and Suffering?That's a Good Question: What about Evil and Suffering?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-evil-and-sufferingSun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815cb11cThat's a Good Question: What about Evil and Suffering?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:30:02falseThat's a Good Question: What about Politics?That's a Good Question: What about Politics?That's a Good Question: What about Politics?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-politicsSun, 04 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815c9813That's a Good Question: What about Politics?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:41:33falseThat's a Good Question: What about Sexual Identity?That's a Good Question: What about Sexual Identity?That's a Good Question: What about Sexual Identity?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-sexual-identitySun, 28 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815c7f02That's a Good Question: What about Sexual Identity?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:12falseThat's a Good Question: What about the Bible?That's a Good Question: What about the Bible?That's a Good Question: What about the Bible?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-the-bibleSun, 21 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815c65e6That's a Good Question: What about the Bible?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:32falseThat's a Good Question: What about Guilt and Forgiveness?That's a Good Question: What about Guilt and Forgiveness?That's a Good Question: What about Guilt and Forgiveness?https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/thats-a-good-question-what-about-guilt-and-forgivenessSun, 14 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815c4d2fThat's a Good Question: What about Guilt and Forgiveness?Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:53falseThat's a Good Question: 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12:1-21https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-121-21Sun, 24 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815ae6ecRomans - Come to Jesus: 12:1-21Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:43falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 10:1-11:36Romans - Come to Jesus: 10:1-11:36Romans - Come to Jesus: 10:1-11:36https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-101-1136Sun, 17 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815acff8Romans - Come to Jesus: 10:1-11:36Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:21falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 9:1-33Romans - Come to Jesus: 9:1-33Romans - Come to Jesus: 9:1-33https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-91-33Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815aba24Romans - Come to Jesus: 9:1-33Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:03falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 8:1-39Romans - Come to Jesus: 8:1-39Romans - Come to Jesus: 8:1-39https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-81-39Sun, 27 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815aa38aRomans - Come to Jesus: 8:1-39Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:56falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 6:1-7:25Romans - Come to Jesus: 6:1-7:25Romans - Come to Jesus: 6:1-7:25https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-61-725Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a8c8aRomans - Come to Jesus: 6:1-7:25Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:13falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 5:1-21Romans - Come to Jesus: 5:1-21Romans - Come to Jesus: 5:1-21https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-51-21Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a742eRomans - Come to Jesus: 5:1-21Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:31:25falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 3:27-4:25Romans - Come to Jesus: 3:27-4:25Romans - Come to Jesus: 3:27-4:25https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-327-425Sun, 06 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a5d79Romans - Come to Jesus: 3:27-4:25Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:06falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 1:18-3:26Romans - Come to Jesus: 1:18-3:26Romans - Come to Jesus: 1:18-3:26https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-118-326Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a45bdRomans - Come to Jesus: 1:18-3:26Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:34:28falseRomans - Come to Jesus: 1:1-17Romans - Come to Jesus: 1:1-17Romans - Come to Jesus: 1:1-17https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/romans-come-to-jesus-11-17Sun, 20 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a271bRomans - Come to Jesus: 1:1-17Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:31falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 6The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 6The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 6https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-6Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f815a071bThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 6Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:36:08falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 5The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 5The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 5https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-5Sun, 06 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f8159e7e2The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 5Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:12falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 4The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 4The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 4https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-4Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f8159d1a8The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 4Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:05falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 3The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 3The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 3https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-3Sun, 23 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f8159bad4The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 3Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:20falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 2The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 2The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 2https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-2Sun, 16 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f8159a41aThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 2Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:06falseThe ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 1The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 1The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 1https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/the-actmosphere-of-the-church-pt-1Sun, 09 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f81598df4The ACTmosphere of the Church pt. 1Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:59falseChurch: Why Bother if it's a Monument?Monuments help us remember something or someone significant from our past. But is it possible for churches to be monuments, something that just honors the past? Jesus' church isn't supposed to just honor past accomplishments, it is to be alive and active in the present and the future.Monuments help us remember something or someone significant from our past. But is it possible for churches to be monuments, something that just honors the past? Jesus' church isn't supposed to just honor past accomplishments, it is to be alive and active in the present and the future.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/church-why-bother-if-its-a-monumentSun, 02 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +00006491f8156cd26Monuments help us remember something or someone significant from our past. But is it possible for churches to be monuments, something that just honors the past? Jesus' church isn't supposed to just honor past accomplishments, it is to be alive and active in the present and the future.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:42falseChurch: Why Bother if it's a Country Club?Country clubs are for paying members. They pay a lot to be members at their club and they expect great service and to be catered to as they enjoy all the benefits of membership. But the church doesn't work that way. If it did, it wouldn't be worth it. In this lesson we'll study the purpose of the church and what it means to be a member.Country clubs are for paying members. They pay a lot to be members at their club and they expect great service and to be catered to as they enjoy all the benefits of membership. But the church doesn't work that way. If it did, it wouldn't be worth it. In this lesson we'll study the purpose of the church and what it means to be a member.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/church-why-bother-if-its-a-country-clubSun, 26 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81597717Country clubs are for paying members. They pay a lot to be members at their club and they expect great service and to be catered to as they enjoy all the benefits of membership. But the church doesn't work that way. If it did, it wouldn't be worth it. In this lesson we'll study the purpose of the church and what it means to be a member.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:57falseChurch: Why Bother if it's Not Perfect?Gym advertisements show people working out who are already in great shape. But when we go to the gym, we see a different picture. The people there aren't in perfect shape. The same is true with the church. Often we go to church thinking it's perfect, but after a while we realize it's not. The truth is, it won't be because people are there. But this is an opportunity for God to use you to make things better by digging in and serving.Gym advertisements show people working out who are already in great shape. But when we go to the gym, we see a different picture. The people there aren't in perfect shape. The same is true with the church. Often we go to church thinking it's perfect, but after a while we realize it's not. The truth is, it won't be because people are there. But this is an opportunity for God to use you to make things better by digging in and serving.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/church-why-bother-if-its-not-perfectSun, 12 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81595ebfGym advertisements show people working out who are already in great shape. But when we go to the gym, we see a different picture. The people there aren't in perfect shape. The same is true with the church. Often we go to church thinking it's perfect, but after a while we realize it's not. The truth is, it won't be because people are there. But this is an opportunity for God to use you to make things better by digging in and serving.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:44falseChurch: Why Bother if it's Easy?This might sound like a strange question to ask. We like easy. A man asked Jesus about how to inherit eternal life and went down a check list of all he had done. But when Jesus told him he lacked one thing, the man turned away sad because what Jesus had said he needed to do wasn't easy. The man wanted easy religion. Much of Christianity today is watered down to make it easily acceptable to people. But church isn't a hotel where it caters to your comfort. It's a home base for gathering to worship and equip us to do God's work in the world.This might sound like a strange question to ask. We like easy. A man asked Jesus about how to inherit eternal life and went down a check list of all he had done. But when Jesus told him he lacked one thing, the man turned away sad because what Jesus had said he needed to do wasn't easy. The man wanted easy religion. Much of Christianity today is watered down to make it easily acceptable to people. But church isn't a hotel where it caters to your comfort. It's a home base for gathering to worship and equip us to do God's work in the world.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/church-why-bother-if-its-easySun, 05 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81594786This might sound like a strange question to ask. We like easy. A man asked Jesus about how to inherit eternal life and went down a check list of all he had done. But when Jesus told him he lacked one thing, the man turned away sad because what Jesus had said he needed to do wasn't easy. The man wanted easy religion. Much of Christianity today is watered down to make it easily acceptable to people. But church isn't a hotel where it caters to your comfort. It's a home base for gathering to worship and equip us to do God's work in the world.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:38falseHow Do I Become a Christian? Added to the ChurchWhen a person becomes a Christian, God adds them to his church. But what does that mean? When we're added to the body of Christ, it means I have a place where I belong, a family I belong to and work I need to do.When a person becomes a Christian, God adds them to his church. But what does that mean? When we're added to the body of Christ, it means I have a place where I belong, a family I belong to and work I need to do.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/how-do-i-become-a-christian-added-to-the-churchSun, 28 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81565489When a person becomes a Christian, God adds them to his church. But what does that mean? When we're added to the body of Christ, it means I have a place where I belong, a family I belong to and work I need to do.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:33:03falseHow Do I Become a Christian? Be BaptizedThere are two basic views of baptism. Either it's important, but not necessary for salvation, or it is necessary for salvation. We'll look at what the Bible says about baptism and what baptism does. We'll also think about how to know when a person is ready to be baptized.There are two basic views of baptism. Either it's important, but not necessary for salvation, or it is necessary for salvation. We'll look at what the Bible says about baptism and what baptism does. We'll also think about how to know when a person is ready to be baptized.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/how-do-i-become-a-christian-be-baptizedSun, 21 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81566d24There are two basic views of baptism. Either it's important, but not necessary for salvation, or it is necessary for salvation. We'll look at what the Bible says about baptism and what baptism does. We'll also think about how to know when a person is ready to be baptized.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:49falseHow Do I Become a Christian? Repent & ConfessRepenting and confessing play an important role in becoming a Christian. When a person is truly convicted by the gospel message, repentance and confession are natural responses. But, do we just do them once when first becoming a Christian? In this lesson we'll study what the Bible teaches about each.Repenting and confessing play an important role in becoming a Christian. When a person is truly convicted by the gospel message, repentance and confession are natural responses. But, do we just do them once when first becoming a Christian? In this lesson we'll study what the Bible teaches about each.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/how-do-i-become-a-christian-repent-confessSun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f815686d2Repenting and confessing play an important role in becoming a Christian. When a person is truly convicted by the gospel message, repentance and confession are natural responses. But, do we just do them once when first becoming a Christian? In this lesson we'll study what the Bible teaches about each.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:39falseHow Do I Become a Christian? Hear & BelieveWhat's the first thing that has to happen for a person to become a Christian? They need to hear about Jesus. Then, after they hear, they must decide if they believe the news about him. Hearing and believing are fundamental to Christianity and we'll study what the Bible says about them.What's the first thing that has to happen for a person to become a Christian? They need to hear about Jesus. Then, after they hear, they must decide if they believe the news about him. Hearing and believing are fundamental to Christianity and we'll study what the Bible says about them.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/how-do-i-become-a-christian-hear-believeSun, 07 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81569e44What's the first thing that has to happen for a person to become a Christian? They need to hear about Jesus. Then, after they hear, they must decide if they believe the news about him. Hearing and believing are fundamental to Christianity and we'll study what the Bible says about them.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:57falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 4:10-23https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-410-23Sun, 31 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8159306cJake SledgeJake Sledge00:32:35falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 4:1-9Philippians 4:1-9Philippians 4:1-9https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-41-9Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8159195fPhilippians 4:1-9Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:46falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 3:12-4:1Philippians 3:12-4:1Philippians 3:12-4:1https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-312-41Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81590359Philippians 3:12-4:1Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:36falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 3:1-11Philippians 3:1-11Philippians 3:1-11https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-31-11Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8158ebe2Philippians 3:1-11Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:23falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 2:12-30Philippians 2:12-30Philippians 2:12-30https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-212-30Sun, 03 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8158d4d9Philippians 2:12-30Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:20:29falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 2:5-11Philippians 2:5-11Philippians 2:5-11https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-25-11Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8158a91ePhilippians 2:5-11Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:39falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 2:1-5Philippians 2:1-5Philippians 2:1-5https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-21-5Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8158be62Philippians 2:1-5Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:21:36falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 1:18-30https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-118-30Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81589384Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:23:44falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 1:12-18Philippians 1:12-18Philippians 1:12-18https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-112-18Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81587d84Philippians 1:12-18Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:26:16falsePhilippians - Joy in Jesus: 1:1-11Philippians 1:1-11Philippians 1:1-11https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/philippians-joy-in-jesus-11-11Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f815865bePhilippians 1:1-11Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:50falseBecause of the Gospel - Eph. 4:11-16When a person becomes a Christian they are added to the Lord's church. Every member has a place and role. Paul shows us that when the whole body is living out its mission and members have a mind to work the body itself makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. This is how the church grows.When a person becomes a Christian they are added to the Lord's church. Every member has a place and role. Paul shows us that when the whole body is living out its mission and members have a mind to work the body itself makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. This is how the church grows.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/because-of-the-gospel-eph-411-16Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81584e53When a person becomes a Christian they are added to the Lord's church. Every member has a place and role. Paul shows us that when the whole body is living out its mission and members have a mind to work the body itself makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. This is how the church grows.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:52falseBecause of the Gospel - Mt. 28:19-20It is because of the gospel that we live out the Great Commission. The gospel message that grabbed our hearts and took hold of our lives is what we want everyone else to know and that's our mission. Jesus told his followers to go and make more followers. And he told us how: Make disciples of all nations by baptizing them into Jesus and teaching them to follow his words.It is because of the gospel that we live out the Great Commission. The gospel message that grabbed our hearts and took hold of our lives is what we want everyone else to know and that's our mission. Jesus told his followers to go and make more followers. And he told us how: Make disciples of all nations by baptizing them into Jesus and teaching them to follow his words.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/because-of-the-gospel-mt-2819-20Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f815835c6It is because of the gospel that we live out the Great Commission. The gospel message that grabbed our hearts and took hold of our lives is what we want everyone else to know and that's our mission. Jesus told his followers to go and make more followers. And he told us how: Make disciples of all nations by baptizing them into Jesus and teaching them to follow his words.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:25:11falseBecause of the Gospel - Mt. 22:37When I believe the gospel message, I'm drawn to God and his love for me and I seek to know him more and more and my love for him grows. Jesus taught us that the most important thing is for the Christian is to love God with all of our being. When I grasp the gospel message, my whole being wants to love God with my all.When I believe the gospel message, I'm drawn to God and his love for me and I seek to know him more and more and my love for him grows. Jesus taught us that the most important thing is for the Christian is to love God with all of our being. When I grasp the gospel message, my whole being wants to love God with my all.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/because-of-the-gospel-mt-2237Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81581e8bWhen I believe the gospel message, I'm drawn to God and his love for me and I seek to know him more and more and my love for him grows. Jesus taught us that the most important thing is for the Christian is to love God with all of our being. When I grasp the gospel message, my whole being wants to love God with my all.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:40falseBecause of the Gospel - Jn. 3:16-17The most well-known verse in the entire Bible can be easily overlooked because of its familiarity. But when we slow down and pay attention, we realize that John 3:16-17 is foundational to our faith and it's message is found all throughout Scripture. The gospel changes everything about our lives. It is because of the gospel that we do all that we do.The most well-known verse in the entire Bible can be easily overlooked because of its familiarity. But when we slow down and pay attention, we realize that John 3:16-17 is foundational to our faith and it's message is found all throughout Scripture. The gospel changes everything about our lives. It is because of the gospel that we do all that we do.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/because-of-the-gospel-jn-316-17Sun, 25 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81580639The most well-known verse in the entire Bible can be easily overlooked because of its familiarity. But when we slow down and pay attention, we realize that John 3:16-17 is foundational to our faith and it's message is found all throughout Scripture. The gospel changes everything about our lives. It is because of the gospel that we do all that we do.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:24:00falseIf Jesus is Lord - I have a Heavenly Home and an Earthly MissionWhen Jesus is our Lord we receive from two things - a home in heaven and a mission on earth. Our mission is to tell others the good news of Jesus so they too can have a home in heaven one day.When Jesus is our Lord we receive from two things - a home in heaven and a mission on earth. Our mission is to tell others the good news of Jesus so they too can have a home in heaven one day.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-i-have-a-heavenly-home-and-an-earthly-missionSun, 18 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8157d41dWhen Jesus is our Lord we receive from two things - a home in heaven and a mission on earth. Our mission is to tell others the good news of Jesus so they too can have a home in heaven one day.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:18falseIf Jesus is Lord - Jesus is Greater ThanBecause Jesus was tempted in every way, yet did not sin and because he was the perfect, sinless sacrifice for our sins, he is able to help us in our temptations. Jesus was victorious over temptation and death and it is through our faith in him we have the same victory. Jesus is greater than our temptations, our sins, our problems, our drama, race, politics, fear, hate, evil and even death. Jesus is greater than...period. And he is able to help us in our time of need when our faith is fully in him.Because Jesus was tempted in every way, yet did not sin and because he was the perfect, sinless sacrifice for our sins, he is able to help us in our temptations. Jesus was victorious over temptation and death and it is through our faith in him we have the same victory. Jesus is greater than our temptations, our sins, our problems, our drama, race, politics, fear, hate, evil and even death. Jesus is greater than...period. And he is able to help us in our time of need when our faith is fully in him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-jesus-is-greater-thanSun, 11 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8157effeBecause Jesus was tempted in every way, yet did not sin and because he was the perfect, sinless sacrifice for our sins, he is able to help us in our temptations. Jesus was victorious over temptation and death and it is through our faith in him we have the same victory. Jesus is greater than our temptations, our sins, our problems, our drama, race, politics, fear, hate, evil and even death. Jesus is greater than...period. And he is able to help us in our time of need when our faith is fully in him.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:28:19falseIf Jesus is Lord - God Sits on my ThroneEach of us have a throne. It's called the heart. And each of us have a king who sits on the throne of our heart. It's either God or self. One of the two will rule us. Today's culture is completely absorbed with self love. We're told to love ourselves and put ourselves first and do what makes us happy. Self love leads to self destruction. Christians surrender their hearts to God and let him rule and guide their lives.Each of us have a throne. It's called the heart. And each of us have a king who sits on the throne of our heart. It's either God or self. One of the two will rule us. Today's culture is completely absorbed with self love. We're told to love ourselves and put ourselves first and do what makes us happy. Self love leads to self destruction. Christians surrender their hearts to God and let him rule and guide their lives.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-god-sits-on-my-throneSun, 04 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81578061Each of us have a throne. It's called the heart. And each of us have a king who sits on the throne of our heart. It's either God or self. One of the two will rule us. Today's culture is completely absorbed with self love. We're told to love ourselves and put ourselves first and do what makes us happy. Self love leads to self destruction. Christians surrender their hearts to God and let him rule and guide their lives.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:29:15falseIf Jesus is Lord - I Get the ReboundWe can relate to Peter. Jesus saw great faith in him. Peter did have strong faith in Jesus, but he also blew it when he was put to the test like never before and in the heat of the moment, he failed by denying he knew Jesus three times. Was that the end of Peter's story? No. We learn through Scripture that Peter may have missed the shot, but he got the rebound and got back in the game. You can too!We can relate to Peter. Jesus saw great faith in him. Peter did have strong faith in Jesus, but he also blew it when he was put to the test like never before and in the heat of the moment, he failed by denying he knew Jesus three times. Was that the end of Peter's story? No. We learn through Scripture that Peter may have missed the shot, but he got the rebound and got back in the game. You can too!https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-i-get-the-reboundSun, 27 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81576807We can relate to Peter. Jesus saw great faith in him. Peter did have strong faith in Jesus, but he also blew it when he was put to the test like never before and in the heat of the moment, he failed by denying he knew Jesus three times. Was that the end of Peter's story? No. We learn through Scripture that Peter may have missed the shot, but he got the rebound and got back in the game. You can too!Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:27:23falseIf Jesus is Lord - My Inside Matches My OutsideOne of the greatest challenges Christians have is to get their private life and public life to be congruent. When they don't match up, we call that hypocrisy. We all struggle with it, but when Jesus is our Lord, that means we work to get our inside to match our outside.One of the greatest challenges Christians have is to get their private life and public life to be congruent. When they don't match up, we call that hypocrisy. We all struggle with it, but when Jesus is our Lord, that means we work to get our inside to match our outside.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-my-inside-matches-my-outsideSun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81574edbOne of the greatest challenges Christians have is to get their private life and public life to be congruent. When they don't match up, we call that hypocrisy. We all struggle with it, but when Jesus is our Lord, that means we work to get our inside to match our outside.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:22:46falseIf Jesus is Lord - I am a DoerWhat if your car was making a noise and you took it to a mechanic and he opened the hood, started the engine, hear the noise and then closed the hood and said, "Yep, something's wrong" and handed you a bill? You wouldn't be too happy about that. You want the mechanic to do something to fix your car. That's James' point about Christians. We're supposed to be doers of the Word, not just hearers.What if your car was making a noise and you took it to a mechanic and he opened the hood, started the engine, hear the noise and then closed the hood and said, "Yep, something's wrong" and handed you a bill? You wouldn't be too happy about that. You want the mechanic to do something to fix your car. That's James' point about Christians. We're supposed to be doers of the Word, not just hearers.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-i-am-a-doerSun, 13 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f8157317eWhat if your car was making a noise and you took it to a mechanic and he opened the hood, started the engine, hear the noise and then closed the hood and said, "Yep, something's wrong" and handed you a bill? You wouldn't be too happy about that. You want the mechanic to do something to fix your car. That's James' point about Christians. We're supposed to be doers of the Word, not just hearers.Jake SledgeJake Sledge00:18:46falseIf Jesus is Lord - My Shoes are DustyIn the days Jesus walked the earth, Jewish students would follow behind their rabbi so closely that their shoes would get covered with their rabbi's dust. The rabbi's students followed so closely because they were devoted to learn everything possible from their teacher. That's the way Christians are to learn from Jesus. To follow him so closely so as not to miss anything from him and to become just like him.In the days Jesus walked the earth, Jewish students would follow behind their rabbi so closely that their shoes would get covered with their rabbi's dust. The rabbi's students followed so closely because they were devoted to learn everything possible from their teacher. That's the way Christians are to learn from Jesus. To follow him so closely so as not to miss anything from him and to become just like him.https://podcasts.lightpost.app/bullard/23/if-jesus-is-lord-my-shoes-are-dustySun, 06 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +00006491f81571934In the days Jesus walked the earth, Jewish students would follow behind their rabbi so closely that their shoes would get covered with their rabbi's dust. The rabbi's students followed so closely because they were devoted to learn everything possible from their teacher. That's the way Christians are to learn from Jesus. To follow him so closely so as not to miss anything from him and to become just like him.