Best Rusty Guenther Podcasts (2025)

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"O To Grace How Great a Debtor" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #18 38:14

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In this encounter with Jesus, we look at the dinner party thrown by Simon the Pharisee that was crashed by an unnamed "sinful woman" with an alabaster jar full of perfume. While it is actually two encounters, both reveal something about worship that many "seasoned" Christians lose sight of our take for granted. As we discuss this encounter, we will…

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016 TYLER HIGHAM - THE BONIFAY BANTER 2:16:29

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Tyler has been on an absolute heater this year, winning two major events and cashing in a cool $75,000. Parks and Shane pick his brain on what it takes to pull that off, how you plan for big wins, and of course—what you do with the money. Tyler’s not just a competitor; he’s also a close friend of the crew. From being at Parks’ wedding, to logging c…

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"A Mudpie Miracle" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #17 34:15

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In this message Pastor Rusty starts by offering some thoughts and reflections on the murder of Charlie Kirk and is aftereffects. He also ties in this assassination and several other troubling current events to the Encounter that Jesus had with the man born blind and the question of "Why". Why does God allow this kind of evil to run free? Why would …

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"Throwing Rocks and Skipping Stones" They Had Been with Jesus Sermons Series #16 37:09

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Any time a Christians mentions the dangers and consequences of living a sinful lifestyle, it doesn't take long to hear someone proclaim Matthew 7:1, "Judge not least you be judged" or John 8:7 "You without sin cast the first stone." They try to use these versus to silent their critics or anyone who doesn't celebrate their life choices. In this mess…

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015 GARRETT CORTESE - THE BONIFAY BANTER 2:19:17

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Bonifay Banter Episode 015 with Garrett Cortese: The Documenter, Photographer/Writer of wakeboarding In Episode 15 of Bonifay Banter, the brothers sit down with legendary photographer and writer Garrett Cortese. Garrett has been capturing the world of wakeboarding for over 20 years, contributing to both Alliance and Wakeboarding Magazine, and now r…

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"Born Twice to Die Once" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #15 36:06

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When discussing his desire to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine, President Trump stated that he hoped that by securing a lasting peace, he could gain a spot in Heaven. While it is easy to point out how this view does not line up with scripture, the Presidents view is shared by almost half of all those who claim to be Christian and who attend …

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"The Transformative Power of a Thankful Heart" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #14 35:29

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In this message we examine the importance of not just "feeling thankful" but rather the call on our lives to "be thankful" and how that looks in our everyday lives. We unpack how expressing our gratitude to both God and others can transform our perspective as well as our hearts. We discuss the foundation of a thankful heart - humility and contentme…

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014 Brandon Parker - Bonifay Banter 2:03:29

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🎙️ Episode 014 – Brandon Parker: Behind the Lens of Wakeboarding In this episode of Bonifay Banter, Parks and Shane sit down with Brandon Parker. Since the early 2000s, Brandon has been everywhere in the world of wakeboarding and wakeskating—filming, editing, making DVDs, running websites, POINTLESS clothes —you name it, he’s done it. He shares sto…

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"Blinded by our Pride" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #13 38:50

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In this follow up to last week's message we examine the aftershocks of Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan Woman at the well in John 4. We look at the disciple's response to the encounter and how that relates to the modern American church. We also break down what Jesus meant when he declared that the type of worshipers that God desires worship Him …

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013 Meagan Ethell & Guenther Oka 1:56:00

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Bonifay Banter Episode 013 – Meagan Ethell & Guenther Oka: Wakeboarding’s Power Couple In this episode of Bonifay Banter, we sit down with the ultimate wakeboarding power couple — Meagan Ethell and Guenther Oka. These two have racked up some of the sport’s biggest wins, and they’re here to talk about what it’s like living, traveling, and competing …

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"How Thirsty Are You?" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #12 40:24

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In this message we explore Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan Women at the Well. Why did the Jewish people despise the Samaritans and why does the Gospel of John say that Jesus "had to go" to Samaria when most Jewish people would go around it? Who was this woman and why was it important that Jesus speak with her? Listen in as we unpack those quest…

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012 RUSTY MALINOSKI - BONIFAY BANTER 2:31:35

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Bonifay Banter Ep. 012 | Rusty Malinoski – The Bone Crusher In this episode, we sit down with longtime friend, occasional neighbor, and certified powerhouse of wakeboarding — Rusty Malinoski. Known as The Bone Crusher, Rusty stormed onto the scene with massive tricks, nonstop wins, and a presence that redefined what strength looked like in the spor…

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011 SAM BROWN & LUCA KIDD - LA FAMILIA EDITION 2 2:48:33

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Bonifay Banter Ep. 011 - Sam Brown and Luca Kidd - La Familia Edition 2 La Familia is back in the studio this time its Bro Stock Champ (Luca Kidd) and the Australian Wizard (Sam Brown). Luca just won Bro Stock a few weeks ago and its amazing to hear the boys talk about how it all when down, the feeling that comes from winning Brostock, and what it …

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"Where would Jesus go to Church?" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #11 35:25

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In this message we examine Jesus' encounter with the money changers in the outer courts of the temple. Why was Jesus so angry and what can it tell us about the modern church? We look at the background to the encounter and how Jesus responded to the religious leaders to discern some priorities for a modern church Jesus might attend. From Matthew 21:…

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DANNY HAMPSON EPISODE 10 - BONIFAY BANTER 2:32:21

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Episode 10 with DANNY HAMPSON – From the Keys to Wakeskating pioneer On this episode of The Bonifay Banter, we sit down with Hampson — a Florida Keys native and wakeskate pioneer who helped shape the sport from a young age. Signed to the legendary Cassette team early on and raised under the wings of icons like Thomas Horrell and Aaron Reed, Hampson…

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"Are You Truly Free?" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #10 July 4th Message 37:13

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In this message we examine the importance, power and responsibilities of freedom as Americans and followers of Jesus Christ. If we celebrate our freedoms as Americans, how much more should we be living out and celebrating our spiritual freedoms as Christians. Sadly, most in the church don't understand what it means to be spiritually free and don't …

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Bonifay Banter Ep. 09 – Scott Byerly: The King of Style 1:56:30

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e This one’s legendary. The king himself, Scott Byerly, is in the studio—and we’re beyond honored to sit down with the most influential wakeboarder of all time. From inventing iconic tricks like the Pete Rose, Fat Chance, and Tantrum to Blind, to the legendary trips and sessions with Parks Bonifay, we dive into it all. We talk through: • The storie…

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"All Terms and Conditions Apply" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #9 33:57

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What are the expectations that Jesus placed on those wanting to follow him and how does that relate to His expectations for you and me? In this message we examine 3 people who encountered Jesus all with the intention of following him, yet they all walked away in the end. From Luke 9:57-62. Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love fo…

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GAVIN & TRENT STUCKEY EPISODE 8 - BONIFAY BANTER 1:57:43

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Bonifay Banter Ep. 08 — Trent & Gavin Stuckey | True Brothers Banter In this epic episode of Bonifay Banter, we sit down with the back-to-back Riders of the Year — Trent (2023) and Gavin Stuckey (2024). This is a raw and honest brother-to-brother conversation, covering what it’s like to sit at the top of the cable wakeboarding world and how they’ve…

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"The Ballad of the Wee Little Man" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #8 37:10

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Our encounter with Jesus this week involves the well know story of Zaccheaus the chief tax collector. Not only do we examine his encounter with Jesus that shocked those around them, but we also look at Zack's transformation and what that might mean for our lives. We also discuss how the parable of the Lost Sheep where the Shepherd leaves the 99 to …

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SHANE & PARKS BONIFAY EPISODE 7 1:14:12

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SHANE & PARKS BONIFAY EPISODE 7 – Just the Bros: Parks & Shane Catch Up No guest, no filter—just the Bonifay brothers doing what they do best: bantering. In Episode 007, Parks and Shane catch up on life and swap stories from the road. From doing jury duty and nearly getting stuck in Australia, to Parks's take on the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch, this on…

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"The Characteristics of a Desperate Dad" Father Day They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #7 35:29

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In this Father's Day message and in keeping with our Sermon series, we examine an encounter that a desperate dad and "royal official" had with Jesus. Through this story, we examine the characteristics of a dad who transforms his home and family's spiritual legacy by his approach and response to Jesus. This story gives us some insight into the types…

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BONIFAY BANTER - DANO AMIR - EPISODE 6 2:35:52

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Bonifay Banter Ep. 06 – Dano Amir: The Voice of Wakeboarding In this episode of Bonifay Banter, the legendary “Noise of the North” Dano Amir joins Parks and Shane Bonifay, along with longtime friend Erik Ruck. Known as the voice of wakeboarding, Dano was the most iconic announcer in the sport for over 20 years, calling the biggest moments and trave…

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"When Pigs Fly" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #6 41:57

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This week we look at the encounter Jesus had with who we call the "Gadarian Demoniac", which might be a misnomer since he might not have even been from Gadara. We examine the background of the encounter and how the area that was given to the Tribe of Gad where the encounter takes place might have been the perfect place for demonic activity and why.…

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"They Still Walk Away" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #5 35:08

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Back in the 1980's and 90's there was a theological debate in the evangelical community on whether someone could accept Jesus as Savior (forgiven, redeemed, eternal security) and not accept him as Lord (submission and surrender). Some of that still lingers today in the way we parse out what it means to be a genuine follower of Christ and seem to us…

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BONIFAY BANTER - JOEY MEDDOCK - EPISODE 05 2:20:56

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In this episode of Bonifay Banter, Parks and Shane sit down with one of the most iconic photographers in wakeboarding history — Joey Meddock. Joey may have hung up the camera and now flies helicopters, but his legacy in the sport lives on through the unforgettable moments he captured. From wild adventures with the Bonifays and the Pointless crew to…

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DAN HARF & ERIK RUCK EPISODE 4 2:21:06

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On this episode of Bonifay Banter, Erik Ruck and Danny Harf join the Bonifay brothers to share some hiliarious stories. From the legendary PT Cruiser and helping turn a U-Haul into a rail, to Ruck’s ridiculous source of inspiration and the wild shenanigans Danny and Shane got into at 16—this episode is a fun look back at what it was like growing up…

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"The Dog Days of Motherhood" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #3 32:00

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In this Mother's Day message, we discuss a desperate mother who seeks Jesus out for help with her demon possessed daughter and gets a surprising response. Many people misunderstand Jesus's response in seemingly calling her a "dog" and get sidetracked on the real power of the story - the persistent faith of a determined mother. By the end of the enc…

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UNCLE PAUL BONIFAY EPISODE 3 2:08:51

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UNCLE PAUL BONIFAY AKA "THE BLACKSHEEP BONIFAY" In this episode of Banter Banter, Parks and Shane sit down with their legendary Uncle Paul—and nothing’s off the table. From rushing the stage at Parks’ documentary premiere to their dad’s motorcycle wreck and barefooting at 104 mph, the stories run deep. The texture of Uncle Paul’s voice adds a grit …

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MASSI PIFFARETTI & DANIEL MILES EPISODE 2 - BONIFAY BANTER - La Familia Edition 1 2:22:53

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It was so damn fun hanging with Daniel Mlies and Massi Piffaretti from the wake crew, La Familia. We dove into some mind-bending tricks they think could be winning contests a decade from now. We also chatted about the new lake house Tyler Higham just snagged down in Winter Haven, Florida AKA the new La Familia headquarters ! Daniel, who’s the maste…

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"Raising the Roof" They Had Been with Jesus Sermon Series #2 38:12

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In this message we examine the four men who were so intent on getting their paralyzed friend to Jesus that they ripped open the roof of the house and dropped him through. We discuss which group that we might identify with in this story (crowd, critics, companions) and how that reflects on our sense of urgency or complacency as it relates to our obe…

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BRIAN GRUBB EPISODE 1 - BONIFAY BANTER 2:42:48

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BONIFAY BANTER EPISODE 1 BRIAN GRUBB The first episode of the Bonifay Banter with Brian Grubb was a wild ride . Brian's constant pursuit of exploring the world has allowed for some crazy stories to surface in this episode .From meeting Parks and Shane Bonifay when they we're all young, through the countless viral Redbull projects, all the way to th…

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"Four Paths - Two Destinations" They Have been with Jesus Sermon Series #1 Easter 2025 30:48

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We kick off a new sermon series based on the description given to John and Peter by the religious leaders in Act 4:13 "They were ordinary and unschooled men but they were astonished and took note that they had been with Jesus.". This new series will look at every day, ordinary individuals who encountered Jesus and how it changed or impacted their l…

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"Run to the Battle" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #17 37:57

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As we wrap up our sermon series on Spiritual Warfare, we look at some words of encouragement that the Apostle Paul wrote in his first letter to the messy and dysfunctional church at Corinth. In his encouragement we discover 5 "imperatives" or commands that will help us stay focused on the battles we face in our everyday lives. He also gives us some…

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"A Christians Most Neglected Gift" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #16 38:05

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In this message we examine the importance of prayer when it comes to spiritual warfare. How do we integrate our prayer lives into the battles we are confronted with on a daily basis and what does that prayer look like? Listen in as we discuss the power and purpose of prayer in our daily lives and especially as it relates to Spiritual Warfare. From …

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"Unlocking the Word as a Weapon" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #15 35:27

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In Christian circles the phrase "the word of God" is synonyms for the Bible and while that is certainly true and valid, when the Apostle Paul uses this same phrasing to describe the Bible as an incredible weapon and part of our Spiritual Armor, his meaning holds a much deeper truth. In exploring his use of "word" in the Greek language, we begin to …

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"How a Helmet Brings Hope" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare # 14 37:37

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Have you ever felt spiritually weary or even burned out? Been discouraged by the lack of progress you see in your spiritual growth? Ever given up in your prayer and devotional life because you didn't sense any progress? This message is for you! In this message, we continue to examine the spiritual weapons that we have been given to counter the atta…

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"Unlocking Faith as a Weapon" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #12 38:13

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Too many Christians are unaware of the power of faith. Most understand that we are "saved" by placing our faith in the person of Jesus Christ and his completed redemptive work on the Cross, but we fail to grasp how our Faith can impact every decision we make and the actions that follow. Faith is so important to the life of an everyday believer that…

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"Shalom Brogans" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #11 37:34

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Why would the Apostle Paul equate Peace with footwear when he is outlining the spiritual weapons we have been given to stand against the attacks of the enemy? What does it really mean to understand and experience peace - even in the midst of the worst that this world can throw at us? Join us for the message on the importance of peace in the spiritu…

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"Protection from a Broken Heart" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #10 32:47

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In this message from our Spiritual Warfare Series, we examine the importance that the Apostle Paul places on the "Breastplate of Righteousness" as protection from the attacks of the enemy. Why a breastplate and how can righteousness protect our Heart? We examine the historical understanding of what the heart and stomach represent and how the protec…

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"Why the Right Belt Matters" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #9 35:20

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In this message we examine what the Apostle Paul calls the "Belt of Truth" and why it is so significant for a Christians facing spiritual warfare. What is this truth and how can it empower us to confront and overcome the lies of the world and the attacks of the accuser? Join us as we look at the historical nature of the "belt" for a Roman soldier a…

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"The Weapons of our Warfare" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #8 33:14

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As pick back up on our series from the Fall on Spiritual Warfare, we begin to examine the "Armor of God" that the Apostle Paul describes in Ephesians 6. Is this a literal armor? symbolic? a little of both? Why do we need it if we already have Jesus Christ? In the next couple of weeks, we will examine each element of the armor, but this morning's me…

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"When Tomorrow Never Comes" New Years Series #3 38:29

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We wrap up our New Years short series that examines the past, present and future of the church by comparing them to King Saul, the Prophet Samuel and David as found in 1st Samuel 16:1. We also use this comparison to look where individual Christians might find their devotional and relationship to God as it relates to yesterday, today or tomorrow. Th…

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"Becoming Bridge Builders" New Years 2025 31:38

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We continue our look at the three characters found in 1st Samuel 16:1 by examining the role that Samuel played in moving the nation of Israel forward by obeying God and anointing David as the next King. In this obedience, Samuel became the bridge between yesterday (Saul) and tomorrow (David). In this message we ask the question, "Where are the Samu…

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"A Snapshot in Time" New Years Message #1 41:58

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In this message we examine a pivotal moment in time for the nation of Israel as God removes his anointing from Saul and calls Samuel to go to the house of Jesse to anoint a new King. In this moment, all three of the characters are facing huge life changing decisions that will reverberate for years to come. As we move into the new year, many of the …

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"The Perfect Time and the Perfect Place" Christmas 2024 42:50

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In this Christmas message we examine the two birth narratives from Luke and Matthew and look at the differences between the two and explain why they are different. By harmonizing the two versions we get a complete picture that reminds us of what is truly important about both stories - the incarnation. From Luke 2:1-7 Thank you for listening to our …

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"In our Hearts as much as our Homes" Christmas 2024 35:08

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As we kick off the Advent season and begin looking towards Christmas, this message challenges us to prepare our hearts for the true meaning of the Christmas Season. We ask the question; have we spent as much time preparing our hearts as we have our homes? If not, then is it any wonder so many miss the power and purpose of Christmas. To help us prep…

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"Giving Thanks with a Grateful Heart" Thanksgiving Message 2024 27:06

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As we approach Thanksgiving, this message examines what it really means to be grateful and thankful and what role contentment plays in developing this kind of approach to life. From Philippians 3:10-13 Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others. Join us for our weekly worship onli…

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"How Do You Capture a Thought?" The Battles Series on Spiritual Warfare #7 37:25

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What does Paul mean when he encourages the Corinthians to "take every thought captive" and what does it have to do with Spiritual Warfare? This message explains and gives some practical examples on what that might look like and why it plays such a critical role in the battle for our minds. From 2nd Corinthians 10:3-6 The 7th message in the Battle S…

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"Tearing Down Your Strongholds" The Battle Series on Spiritual Warfare #6 29:35

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In this message we discuss the battle for the mind and strongholds in our mind. What is a stronghold? How do they get built up and what can we do to tear them down. Using another Old Testament example from the life of David, we examine how Christians can identify strongholds and why it is important to deal with them sooner rather than later. From 2…