Best Mountain View Community Church Podcasts (2025)

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"How to Follow the Way of Jesus" (11-2-2025)

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Scripture References: Ephesians 4:1-3; Romans 15:5-6; John 17:21-13; I Corinthians 6:17; Galatiians 2:20 0:00 - 1:56: Opening Worship/Prayer 1:57 - 38:18: Sermon 38:18 - 40:06: Closing Prayer 40:07 - 40:39: Communion InvitiationBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Sermon 11.3.25 30:35

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Our world sees waiting as a waste of time, something to be gotten through so things can begin to happen — but the Bible is full of people who wait. What does it look like to wait well? We will look at what the prophet Habakkuk teaches us about the nature of waiting in the spiritual life, and two ways we can learn to wait in faith. Passage: Habakkuk…

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"The Rock and the Underworld" (10-26-2025)

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Scripture References: Matthew 16:13-28; 11:11-15; 14:1-2; Deuteronomy 18:15-18; I Corinthians 5:3-5; 10:4; I Peter 2:7; Isaiah 22:22; 38:10; 51:1-2; Galatians 2:9; Ephesians 2:20; Revelation 21:14; Job 38:17; Acts 8:20-23; 15:28; John 20:23; Luke 11:52By Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Paradox of Perseverance | Adam Hendrix 33:25

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We often think perseverance means never giving up. But what if spiritual maturity means learning both the grace to quit and the grit to keep going? This week, we explore the paradox of perseverance—the tension between release and resilience—and how acknowledging our limits can open us to God’s power.…

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"A Short Guide to Understanding Signs" (10-19-2025)

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Scripture References: Matthew 12:38-40, 28:17; I Corinthians 1:22-24, 5:6-7; Exodus 34:25; Leviticus 2:11; Deuteronomy 13:1-5 0:00-1:19: Prayer for sermon 1:19-42:14: Sermon & closing prayer 42:14-43:02: Closing Worship & PrayerBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Why the Bible Was Never Meant to Be an Instruction Manual | Adam Hendrix 35:08

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We live in a world of quick answers and Google searches. But when it comes to Scripture, information alone doesn’t change us. What we need is transformation. Here’s what it means to engage the Bible as something alive — breathed by God, meant to form us from the inside out.By Highway

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"Jesus Is Coming Back" (10-12-2025)

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Scripture References: 0:00-10:27: Opening Worship and Prayer 10:28-48:12: Sermon and Closing Prayer 48:12-57:53: Closing Worship and PrayerBy Ken Draper, Guest Speaker

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Jesus at the Center of Everything | Adam Hendrix 29:14

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With so many things that could define us, we need to remember Paul's emphasis on what the heart of the gospel is: 1) Jesus is raised from the dead, 2) Jesus is a decedent of David. The awe and wonder that flows from that must be what form the center of our church and of our lives.Paul’s letter to Timothy is more than advice — it’s a lifeline: “Reme…

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When Power Looks Like Weakness | Adam Hendrix 35:12

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Prophetic Hope | Julie Pederson 29:00

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Hope can be lived out in prophetic acts. Acting with hope in the midst of hopelessness is a mark of Jesus followers always. We see if the story of Jeremiah, as he buys his cousin's field even while his nation is about to fall to enemy invaders, that God promises a hopeful future.By Highway

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"God's Mercy Outside the Gate" (9-28-2025)

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SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Matthew 15:21-39; 9:27; 10:6, 18; 14:30; Isaiah 29:13-14, 18-19 0:00-40:50: Sermon & closing prayer 40:51-48:31: Closing Worship & prayerBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Practicing Prophetic Grief | Esther Chang 28:12

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Jeremiah brings the fullness of emotion into his expression of grief. The prophet invites us into the spiritual work of grieving, both for our own experience of the broken world, but also on behalf of others.By Highway

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"The Court Is Now In Session" (9-21-2025)

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Scripture References: Matthew 5:1-20; Colossians 2:8-10, 20-23; Exodus 20:12, 21:17; II Chronicles 24:20-22; Isaiah 29:13-14, 18-19 0:00-3:54: Opening Worship and Prayer 3:55-55:11: Sermon and Closing PrayerBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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The Blindfolds We Wear • Seeing Hope in the Darkness | Adam Hendrix 33:22

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We all wear blindfolds. We avoid what’s uncomfortable, distracting ourselves with busyness, cynicism, or fear. But what happens when we refuse to see reality? In Jeremiah’s day, God’s people lived in denial, and Jesus later wept over the same blindness in Jerusalem. The good news? Even in our ruins, God opens our eyes through Christ. Bird Box, Jere…

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"Follow Jesus" (9-14-25)

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Scripture References: Matthew 8:26; 10:1,8; 14:16; 21:21: 28:1,17; James 1:5-8; Ex 3:14; John 8:56-59; Psalm 69:1-2; 107:23-32 0:00 - 41:46: Sermon and Closing Prayer 41:47- 49:09: Closing Worship and PrayerBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Christ in the Clay of Our Lives | Kelvin Smith 35:44

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Every element of brokenness in our lives can be brought to God. God is like a potter who loving and faithfully works with a piece of clay to shape something beautiful and good. Any pain, any abandonment, and any failure or discouragement can be renewed in the hands of God to display Jesus to the world.…

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"It's Complicated" (9-7-2025)

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Scripture References: Matthew 10:23; Psalm 23:5; 132:15; Isaiah 25; I Kings17:8-16; II Kings 4:38-44 0:00 - 7:26: Opening Worship and Prayer 7:27 - 44:52: Sermon and Closing Prayer 44:52 - 48:15: School Opening Prayer for Teachers/EducatorsBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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"Trusting the Shepherd" (8-31-2025)

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Scripture References: Psalm 23, 34; Exodus 3; John 10:27; I Samuel 23 0:00-50:47: Sermon and Closing Prayer 50:48-58:23: Closing Worship and PrayerBy Ken Draper, Guest Speaker

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Chasing Satisfaction (And Why It Never Lasts) | Adam Hendrix 27:01

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Why do we keep chasing more—more success, more pleasure, more experiences—yet still feel empty? Jeremiah 2 calls it "broken cisterns." We discuss the deep longing we all carry, and how Jesus offers the living water our souls are truly thirsty for.By Highway

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“I Am Only…” When Insecurity Meets God’s Call 30:21

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We’ve all said it: “I am only…” only a student, only a mom, only a beginner, only average. Jeremiah said it too. But God doesn’t see “only.” He sees enough. Today, we step into Jeremiah’s story and discover what it means to live with courage in the presence of God.By Highway

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"John Prepares the Way" (8-24-2025)

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Scripture References: Matthew 14:1-12; 4:12; 11:1-6 0:00-16:06: Opening worship and prayer 16:07-57:00: Sermon and closing prayer 57:01-1:09:07: Closing worship and prayerBy Brian Hebert, Lead Pastor

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Storytellers Sunday | Immigration 38:08

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The faithfulness of God is showcased in our lives and the stories our lives tell. From time to time we will set aside space in our worship gathering to hear a few stories from those who are part of Highway. We call these "Storyteller Sundays". On this Sunday we hear from Fred Martinez and Cris Otonari.…

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When God Hates Worship 29:32

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Isaiah delivers one of the most shocking words in Scripture—God says He hates the worship of His own people. Why? Because their prayers and sacrifices were disconnected from justice, compassion, and care for the vulnerable. In this message, we face the uncomfortable truth that it’s possible to honor God with our lips while ignoring Him with our liv…

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The Practice of Simplicity | Esther Chang 28:56

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In our culture of more, how can we live with less? Join us as we examine the dangers of greed as laid out in a parable Jesus tells, and look at two ways we can practice simplicity in our lives. Acts 12:13-21By Highway

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Prayer Starts With A Relationship | Luke 11:1-13 25:01

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The Lord's Prayer starts with a relational anchor that reshapes how we approach everything that follows. Prayer is not a transaction, it's a relationship.By Highway

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Loving God Fully in a World of Distractions | Luke 10:38-42 30:14

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When it comes to the story of Mary and Martha, Martha often gets a bad rap. "Don't be a Martha," people say. But in reality, it's much more complex. Martha was doing important work. She just got distracted. Which is like most of us.In the midst of an endless amount of opportunities and activities, it's easy to lose the point and miss what matters m…

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Compassion Isn’t Nice. It’s Disruptive | Adam Hendrix • 7.13.25 37:25

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We’ve turned the Good Samaritan into a feel-good story about kindness—but Jesus told it to provoke, challenge, and disrupt. This sermon unpacks the radical edge of the parable: a call to draw near, to cross boundaries, and to embody the kind of gut-level compassion that costs us something. Real compassion isn’t about being nice—it’s about being wil…

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The Barefoot Mission: Priorities, Provision, and the Kingdom of God | Adam Hendric • 7.6.25 38:04

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We’re busy. We’re burdened. We’re over-packed—with stuff, schedules, and stress. But what if Jesus is calling us to something simpler, riskier, and more beautiful? In this sermon from Luke 10, we explore what it means to be sent on a barefoot, baggage-free mission—a mission of radical peace and urgent love. No shoes. No purse. Just trust, presence,…

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Facing Forward: The Time-Sensitive Kingdom of God | Julie Pederson • 6.29.25 28:44

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The invitations to participate in God's kingdom are time-sensitive, yet we're often drawn to wait. Join us as we explore the call to follow Jesus with urgency, courage, and faithfulness—without looking back.By Highway

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Clothed and in His Right Mind | Adam Hendrix • 6.22.25 31:48

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What does it mean to be fully human again? In this message from Luke 8:26–39, we explore the story of a man stripped of his name, dignity, and community—and the Jesus who restores it all. When the world labels and divides, Jesus looks deeper. He sees the person. He calls them by name. And he clothes them in wholeness.…

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Bigger Than You: Suffering and the Trinity | 2025.6.15 - Adam Hendrix 32:00

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Modern culture tells us to be the hero of our own story. But what if real hope isn’t found in self-reliance, but in joining something bigger than ourselves? In this Trinity Sunday sermon we look to the Trinity as our model—not a puzzle to solve, but a divine community that invites us to belong, suffer, and hope together. This is not a story about p…

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The Blowing of a Wind | 2025.06.08 • Felicia Larson 33:20

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Walking through both the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament we encounter the Spirit of God moving is both powerful and gentle ways to guide, to convict, to comfort, and to enliven the people of God.By Highway

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Unresolved Spaces | 2025.06.01 • Esther Chang 31:48

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How do we live well in places of suspension, when we’re waiting for an outcome or seeking a resolution we haven’t yet found? This sermon from Acts 16:20-31 examines the unresolved moment Paul and Silas find themselves in, and considers what it means to sing, to stay, and to surrender in those spaces.…

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Jesus Left, But Didn’t Leave Us Alone | 2025.5.25 • Adam Hendrix 30:56

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When life feels overwhelming and lonely, Jesus offers something deeper than quick fixes—his ongoing presence through the Holy Spirit. This sermon from John 14:23–29 explores how the Spirit guides us, comforts us, and reminds us that we are never alone.By Highway

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Praise God in Your Particularities | 2025.5.18 - Julie Pederson 30:56

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Preacher Julie Pederson's sermon on the unique gifts and calling that each person has with which to praise God and bless the world.By Highway

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How to Listen to the Shepherd's Voice When Life Is Too Loud | 2025.05.11 - Adam Hendrix 32:46

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In the loudest era of human history, how do we hear the voice of Jesus?Whether you’re feeling anxious, overstimulated, or unsure how to connect with God in a busy world, we have the invitation to return to the Shepherd who still calls us by name.By Highway

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Every Disruption is an Opportunity | 2025.05.04 - Adam Hendrix 29:21

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What if the disruption you’re facing isn’t the end of the road—but the beginning of your real story?In Acts 9, Saul is literally knocked off his path by a blinding light—and a voice. Jesus doesn’t argue. He interrupts. Because every divine disruption… is a divine opportunity.In this message, we explore why comfort and calling don’t usually travel t…

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Doubts, Fears, and the Presence of Christ | 2025.04.27 - Keith Riley 29:44

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The doubts, the questions, the fears, these are all normal parts of the life of faith. The early followers of Jesus experienced exactly these things. It was the presence of Jesus to them, especially in the journey of Thomas, that set their hearts and lives alight with confident hope.By Highway

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The Restoration of All Things (EASTER 2025) | 2025.04.20 - Adam Hendrix 26:36

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In the midst of the rubble of our world. In the midst of lives worn down by cycles of collapse. In us, worn by sickness, by sorrow, by overwhelm, the message of Easter and the newness of life found in the resurrection of Jesus rings out with a powerful hope.By Highway

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Jesus Sets the Table, to Set Us Free | 2025.04.13 - Adam Hendrix 36:41

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At the Last Supper, Jesus doesn’t just serve bread and wine—he reinterprets the entire story of freedom. He takes the ancient meal of Exodus and flips it into a revolution of grace. Not just forgiveness, but freedom from shame, fear, and the pressure to prove ourselves. In a world built on hustle and control, Jesus sets a table that sets us free.…

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Uncommon Sense | 2025.04.06 - Julie Pederson 35:21

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The anointing of Jesus' feet by Mary.By Highway

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Come Out Of Hiding | 2025.03.30 - Adam Hendrix 26:54

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We all hide. Whether it’s guilt, shame, regret, or something we’re afraid to admit—we bury it deep and hope it goes away. But what we hide doesn’t disappear. It weighs us down. Psalm 32 offers a powerful alternative: an invitation to stop hiding from God and start hiding in Him. This sermon explores the freedom of confession, the joy of being known…

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Repent Or Perish | 2025.03.23 - Adam Hendrix 34:16

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What if repentance isn’t what you think it is?In this message from Luke 13:1–9, we unpack the misunderstood word “repent” and reimagine it as an invitation—not to guilt, but to grace. Through three fresh movements—reorientation, reviving, and returning—we explore how repentance is not about shame, but about waking up, turning around, and coming hom…

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The Unstoppable Mission of Jesus | 2025.03.16 - Cris Otonari 30:05

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Even a death threat couldn't stop Jesus from completing his mission to seek and save the lost. Jesus' life is an example for us to follow, as his loving protection enables us to pursue our mission with courage and perseverance.By Highway

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Comforts and Needs | 2025.03.09 - Adam Hendrix 32:39

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The temptations of Christ in the wilderness pivot on real loves and real needs. As we walk into this Lent season, let's consider how we might draw closer to Jesus through an examination of our comforts, and let's lean further into the deep love of God.By Highway

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Up (and Down) the Mountain with Jesus | 2025.03.02 - Adam Hendrix 34:10

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Even when you can't see clearly, God is still present and still making a way, calling you forward.By Highway

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The Practice of Enemy-Love | 2025.02.23 - Adam Hendrix 34:24

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What if Jesus actually meant it? Love your enemies. Bless those who curse you.Pray for those who mistreat you.In a world obsessed with payback, this feels impossible. But enemy-love isn’t passive—it’s a practice. A discipline. And maybe, how we hold onto our enemies is shaping us more than we realize.Jesus saw enemies differently. Even on the cross…

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What You Turn To, Tells You What You Trust | 2025.02.16 - Adam Hendrix 31:04

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We all turn to something for comfort, security, and meaning—our careers, money, distractions, even our own sense of control. But are these things really delivering what they promise?The prophet Jeremiah describes two paths: one leads to a dry, withering existence, the other to deep roots and a life that flourishes even in difficulty.What if trustin…

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The Call of Peter | 2025.02.09 - Julie Pederson 32:03

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When God leads us into new areas of kingdom work, it is important to take note of the experiences of stress. God wants us to respond both with trust in the call, but also with patience in the unfolding of it. Taking a step of faith doesn't mean pulling the biggest burden onto your back.By Highway

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Responding to the Call of God | 2025.02.02 - Cris Otonari 34:06

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Consider what it means for God to call and guide you. As in the story of Jeremiah, what steps might help you see the hand of God in your stories and what might that mean for how you live today and the path you take tomorrow?By Highway