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In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Erick and Bruce tackle the difficult topic of church hurt—what happens when people in the church let us down, and how we can respond in a way that honors God. They discuss the reality of brokenness within the body of Christ, how to heal from wounds caused by others, and why our faith should ultimately be r…

The Patrol of The EarthZechariah 1:7-11 (NKJV)7 On the twenty-fourth day of the eleventh month, which is the month Shebat, in the second year of Darius, the word of the LORD came to Zechariah the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet: 8 I saw by night, and behold, a man riding on a red horse, and it stood among the myrtle trees in the hollo…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Student Pastors Jacob and Randall discuss the next generation’s mindset on spiritual disciplines and the opportunities for growth in their faith. How do young people today approach prayer, scripture, and discipleship? What challenges do they face in their spiritual journey? Together, they explore how we can encour…

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Revelation 20:1-15 (NKJV)1 Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, having the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. 2 He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years; 3 and he cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal on him, so that he s…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Bruce and Erick dive into the topic of spiritual dryness and what it means to feel stagnant in our walk with Christ. Whether you’re struggling to connect with God, feeling distant in your faith, or simply going through the motions, they offer biblical encouragement and practical steps to reignite your pass…

Hosea 7:1-161 And the injustice of Ephraim will be uncovered, and the wickedness of Samaria, because they worked falsely. And a thief will enter toward him, a robber stripping him on his way, 2 in order that they may sing together as singing in their heart. All their wickedness I remembered. Now their counsels have encircled them; they have come op…

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Hosea 6:1-11A Confession of Trust6 “In their affliction they will rise up early toward me, saying, ‘Let us go and return to the Lord, our God, because he has snatched away, and he will heal us. He will strike, and he will bandage us. 2 He will restore us to health after two days; on the third day we will rise and live before him, 3 and we will know…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastor Nathan K joins us to discuss the heart of missions ministry at Maranatha Bible Church and the many opportunities believers have to be part of God’s mission. Together, we explore what the Bible says about missions, how we can actively participate—whether locally or globally—and why sharing the gospel is cent…

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Daniel 8:8Therefore the male goat grew very great; but when he became strong, the large horn was broken, and in place of it four notable ones came up toward the four winds of heaven.By Maranatha Ministries

The Transfiguration of Jesus is an event described in the New Testament where Jesus is transfigured and becomes radiant in glory upon a mountain. The Synoptic Gospels (Matthew 17:1–8, Mark 9:2–13, Luke 9:28–36) recount the occasion, and the Second Epistle of Peter also refers to it.In the gospel accounts, Jesus and three of his apostles, Peter, Jam…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Bruce and Erick discuss the challenge of being a Christian while struggling with idols in our lives. They explore biblical examples of idolatry and unpack what modern idols can look like—things that may not be golden statues but still compete for our hearts and devotion. How do we recognize the idols we’ve…

The seventy disciples (Greek: ἑβδομήκοντα μαθητές, hebdomikonta mathetes), known in the Eastern Christian traditions as the seventy apostles (Greek: ἑβδομήκοντα απόστολοι, hebdomikonta apostoloi), were early emissaries of Jesus mentioned in the Gospel of Luke. The number of those disciples varies between either 70 or 72 depending on the manuscript.…

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Hosea 5:1-15The Charge against the Princes1 “Hear these things, O priests, and pay attention, O house of Israel, and give ear, O house of the king, because judgment is against you, because you have become a trap for the watchtower, and like a net stretching out for Tabor, 2 which those who hunt the prey planted firmly. I am your teacher. 3 I knew E…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Shannon and Erica share about Grace & Beauty Ministry, a ministry dedicated to walking alongside women experiencing infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of a child—from infancy to adulthood. They discuss the power of community, faith, and God’s grace in the midst of grief, offering encouragement to th…

Hosea 4The Charge against the Priests and the People1 “Hear a word of the Lord, O sons of Israel, because the Lord has a dispute with those who inhabit the land, because there is no truth or mercy or knowledge of God in the land. 2 A curse and a lie and murder and theft and adultery has been poured out upon the land, and bloodshed is mixed upon blo…

1 Corinthians 1:26-31 (NKJV)26 For you see your calling, brethren, that not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called. 27 But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; 28 and the base things…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Erick and Bruce dive into the reality of disappointment in the life of a believer. How should we respond when life doesn’t go as planned? How do we navigate feelings of discouragement while holding onto faith? Together, they discuss how our ultimate hope in Christ should overshadow every concern we face, o…

Ho 3:1–5The Restoration of Hosea’s Marriage3 And the Lord said to me, “Go again, and love a woman who loves evil things and is an adulteress, just as God loves the sons of Israel, but they look down to foreign gods, and they love cakes with dried grapes.” 2 So I hired her for myself for fifteen pieces of silver and a homer of barley corns and a ves…

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1 Corinthians 1:18-25 (NKJV)18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.” 20 Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this ag…

In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Rick and Sean Colleli open up about grief, loss, and how God reveals Himself in our moments of doubt and pain. Together, they share personal experiences and biblical truths that offer comfort and hope to those walking through difficult seasons. How do we process loss while holding onto faith? Where is God when we …

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1 Corinthians 1:10-17 (NKJV)10 Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. 11 For it has been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe’s hous…

Beyond the Pew | Season 6, Episode 4: The Marks of a True Believer with Pastors Erick and Bruce In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Erick and Bruce explore the defining marks of a true disciple of Christ. Together, they discuss how love—especially for one another and even for our enemies—is a key characteristic of a genuine believer. What do…

Dominion theology, also known as dominionism, is a group of far-right Christian political ideologies that seek to institute a nation governed by Christians and based on their understandings of Biblical law.By Maranatha Ministries

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Hosea 2:16-23God’s Marriage to Israel16 “And it will be in that day,” says the Lord, “she will call me ‘My Husband,’ and she will no longer call me ‘Baal.’ 17 And I will remove the names of the Baals from her mouth, and their names will not be remembered again. 18 And I will establish a treaty with them in that day, with the beasts of the field and…

Beyond the Pew | Season 6, Episode 3: Faith and Business with Dave Duma In this episode of Beyond the Pew, we’re joined by special guest Dave Duma, owner of Duma Meats, to discuss the intersection of business and ministry. Together, we explore what it means to be a faith-forward businessman, how biblical principles can shape the way we work, and th…

1 Corinthians 1:4-9 (NKJV)Spiritual Gifts at Corinth4 I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given to you by Christ Jesus, 5 that you were enriched in everything by Him in all utterance and all knowledge, 6 even as the testimony of Christ was confirmed in you, 7 so that you come short in no gift, eagerly waiting for the…

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This is a Tribulation 2030 ministry. We hope the Lord was indeed crucified on Friday April 7, 30 AD. This being the case, the Great Tribulation is set to start in 2030 per Hosea 6:2Hosea 6:2 (NKJV)After two days He will revive us; On the third day He will raise us up, That we may live in His sight. file:///C:/Users/bible/Downloads/Crucifixion%20Day…

Beyond the Pew | Season 6, Episode 2: Understanding Baptism with Pastors Bruce and Erick In this episode of Beyond the Pew, Pastors Bruce and Erick dive into the meaning and significance of baptism for the believer in Christ. Together, they explore what the Bible teaches about baptism, why it matters, and how it serves as an outward expression of a…

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1 Corinthians 1:1-3 (NKJV)1 PAUL, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, 2 To the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all who in every place call on the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours: 3 Grace to you and pe…

Beyond the Pew | Season 6, Episode 1: The Reality of Angels and Demons with Pastor Butch Pursley In the premiere of Season 6, we’re joined by special guest Pastor Butch Pursley to discuss the existence of angels and demons and how we can know these spiritual beings are real through the Bible. Together, we explore what Scripture teaches about the un…

Ho 2:1–15.1 “Say to your brother, My People, and to your sister, Shown Mercy, 2 ‘Contend against your mother, contend! Because she is not my wife, and I am not her husband. And I will remove her fornication from my face, and her adultery from the middle of her breasts, 3 in order that I might strip her naked and restore her just as on the day of he…

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Hosea 1Hosea’s Family1 A word of the Lord that came to Hosea, the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah and Jotham and Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam, son of Joash, king of Israel. 2 The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, “Go, take for yourself a woman of fornication and children of…

What is Elon Musk' name in Hebrew? Are those words in the Bible, and is there Strong's numbers associated with them?By Maranatha Ministries

Luke 13:1-5 (NKJV) 1 There were present at that season some who told Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answered and said to them, “Do you suppose that these Galileans were worse sinners than all other Galileans, because they suffered such things? 3 “I tell you, no; but unless you repent you wi…

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Unnatural phenomena are events that occur that are not observed in nature, but do with little to no explanation for how they occur.By Maranatha Ministries

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