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Traders Point Christian Church Podcasts
Following Christ can, and should, be synonymous with growth. But the reality is that we all struggle from time to time with stagnation or, worse yet regression, in certain areas of our spiritual journey. This podcast is all about discussing ways in which we can prioritize continuously cultivating growth throughout our walk with Jesus.
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The Taking Ground Podcast with Aaron Brockett is designed to provide clear Biblical truth, equip you to contend for the faith, and help you navigate the cultural climate we’re living in. In each conversation, Pastor Aaron and guests will dig into real issues, always with the purpose of: - Clearing the way for people to meet Jesus - Equipping believers for spiritual battle - Deploying the church for impact and to take ground for the Kingdom across Indy and beyond
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Chasing Happy | I've Got a Word for You | Week 3
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38:54True happiness is found not by chasing it directly, but by pursuing God on the narrow, counter-cultural path Jesus describes in the Beatitudes. In this message, guest speaker Mike Breaux preaches on how this upstream journey requires us to recognize our spiritual poverty, surrender control to God, and allow inner transformation to produce outward e…
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What Jesus Really Meant by a Blessed Life | With Mike Breaux
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53:36In this episode of the Taking Ground Podcast, Pastor Mike Breaux joins Pastor Chad Lunsford for a conversation about what it looks like to truly live the words of Jesus. Mike shares stories from his ministry, lessons from six months spent studying Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, and how slowing down in God’s Word can transform your heart and shape ever…
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As we continue to study through the book of Ruth, the relationship between Boaz and Ruth blossoms into a beautiful marriage and an important child. That child will lead to David, leading to Jesus. God's hand remains involved as this wonderful love story comes to a close. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!…
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Leading with Courage and Humility In Divided Times | With Julian Lowe
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48:21Pastors Aaron Brockett and Landon Rose sit down with guest pastor Julian Lowe for a powerful conversation about what God is doing in the Church right now. Julian shares his journey from LA’s music scene to leading Oasis Church and challenges believers to take the gospel beyond comfortable spaces. They discuss how to recognize the move of God that’s…
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Chapter 2 is going to introduce us to one of the main characters of Ruth's story - Boaz. He is a relative of Naomi's, a wealthy man, and, as we will come to see, a man of great kindness and godliness. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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The Stumbling Block | I've Got a Word for You | Week 2
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41:02John the Baptist exemplifies what it means to be "a voice crying in the wilderness"—someone who cries out to God rather than complains about circumstances. His journey from bold proclamation to imprisoned doubt reveals how to navigate life as a true Christ follower when God's will doesn't align with our own desires. Even when Jesus doesn't meet our…
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Is the Jesus You Follow the Jesus of the Bible? | With Pastor Mark Moore
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46:38In this bonus episode, Pastor Mark Moore joins Pastor Aaron Brockett and the team for a conversation on why getting Jesus right changes everything: our faith, our purpose, and the church’s impact in the world. They unpack the church’s role in society and why a clear, biblical view of Jesus is essential for navigating today’s cultural landscape. Thi…
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Why Pastors Shouldn’t Stay Silent on Politics | Taking Ground With Aaron Brockett
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The book of Ruth is a small but powerful book highlighting the providence of God, the power of love, and also foreshadowing the selfless savior, Jesus Christ, who will redeem mankind. Today, we tackle chapter 1! Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Who Do You Say Jesus Is? | I've Got a Word for You | Week 1
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38:32Christians must move beyond popular opinions of Jesus and answer the most important question Jesus ever asked: "Who do you say that I am?" In this message, guest speaker Mark Moore preaches on how true discipleship requires not just accurate confession of Jesus as Messiah and Son of God, but also taking up our cross daily to follow Him, recognizing…
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Placed on a Firm Foundation | We Stand Firm | Week 9
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47:16Christians must recognize that God has established a structure within the church where godly leaders shepherd the flock and followers humbly submit to their authority. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how we are called to cast our anxieties on God, stand firm against the enemy, and trust that God will place us on a firm found…
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Conversations with Jesus - Final Thoughts with Jonathan Caldwell
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28:09Jonathan Caldwell, a gospel preacher working with the congregation in Southport, IN, joins us this week for some final thoughts on the three conversations we've covered this month. Jesus with Nicodemus, Jesus with the Rich Young Ruler and Jesus with the woman at the well. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!…
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Don't Be Surprised | We Stand Firm | Week 8
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48:01Christians must learn to suffer well by expecting fiery trials as a normal part of following Jesus. In this message, Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett preaches on finding joy in partnering with Christ's suffering and standing firm without shame in bearing His name. Ryan Bramlett • We Stand Firm • 1 Peter 4:12-19 CONNECT WITH US! Engage with this messa…
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Navigating Tragedy and the Charlie Kirk Assassination with a Biblical Framework | with Pastor Ed Newton
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1:19:05In this inaugural episode of the Taking Ground Podcast, Pastors Aaron Brockett and Landon Rose share why we’re launching a new podcast and celebrate the season our church is in. They’re also joined by special guest Pastor Ed Newton to unpack what it looks like to navigate this cultural moment with a biblical framework. They reflect on the tragedies…
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Conversations With Jesus - Woman At The Well
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16:55As Jesus makes His way through Samaria He spends time with a woman at a well and His interaction with her changes her life. There is much to learn about Jesus and how to deal with people as well as the Truth that He shares with this woman. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Be Done With It To Get On With It | We Stand Firm | Week 7
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42:51Because eternity is racing toward us, we must be done with sin so we can get on with God’s purposes. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how we can break away from sin by arming ourselves with Christ’s mindset, living with urgency, and serving with love for the glory of God. Aaron Brockett • We Stand Firm • 1 Peter 4:1-11 CONNEC…
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The Taking Ground Podcast with Aaron Brockett is designed to provide clear Biblical truth, equip you to contend for the faith, and help you navigate the cultural climate we’re living in. In each conversation, Pastor Aaron and guests will dig into real issues, always with the purpose of: Clearing the way for people to meet Jesus Equipping believers …
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Conversations with Jesus - The Rich Young Ruler
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16:10In this conversation Jesus is going to highlight the importance of sacrifice and our relationship to our physical possessions. It challenges each of us to consider what we would, or would not, be willing to give up for Jesus. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Living Hope for Exiles | We Stand Firm | Week 6
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50:52As Christians, we're called to respond to opposition and hardship by following Jesus' humble example rather than fighting back like the world does. In this message, Pastor Aaron Brockett encourages us to be ready to share our hope with both boldness and gentleness, living confidently in the victory Christ has already won. Aaron Brockett • We Stand …
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Marriage Training for Exiles | We Stand Firm | Week 5
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43:16Marriage is one of God's training grounds for His people who are living as exiles in this world. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how God uses the marriage relationship to shape us, refine us, and teach us submission and sacrifice that mirrors the relationship within the Trinity and between Christ and the Church. Aaron Brocke…
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This month we will be discussing three different conversations that Jesus has with individuals. The first of those is found John 3 with a Pharisee by the name of Nicodemus. He comes to Jesus secretly and Jesus takes the time, late at night, to discuss some very important concepts with this man that will still challenge each of us today. Questions f…
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Abraham - A Final Conversation with Gary Chumbley
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26:02We welcome in a friend of ours, and fellow member at Traders Point, Gary Chumbley this week to help us close the book on our Abraham discussion for this month! Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Make Room for God to Move | We Stand Firm | Week 4
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49:24Christians are foreigners in this world, living as temporary residents on a journey to their eternal home. When we face unjust circumstances, we must make room for God to move by leaving our case in His hands rather than retaliating. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how this counter-cultural submission to authority honors God…
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Do You Know Who You Are? | We Stand Firm | Week 3
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50:09In this world, there are so many different places we can place our identity. But as believers, our true identity lies in Christ alone. When we build our lives on Jesus, the living cornerstone, we stand firm no matter the storm. In this sermon, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how knowing who we are in Him enables us to live with confidence, p…
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In the last episode we discussed moments in the life of Abraham where he demonstrated a lack of faith. They were moments, because overall, Abraham was a man of faith. Time after time he trusted in God completely and that allowed him to walk through and tackle the most difficult of circumstances. Study with us and learn from Abraham a man of great f…
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As we continue with our study of Abraham, we will dive into the moments in his life where he struggled with his faith. Moments of selfishness and impatience. It is an important study and one we are excited to have along with you. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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We live in a world of instant gratification, but spiritual growth doesn't just happen by chance or overnight. We must intentionally position ourselves to mature in Christ. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how true discipleship means being both deep and wide, equipping believers, not entertaining them, and growing mentally, mo…
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Abraham is a central character, not just in the Old Testament narrative, but in our lives as Christians. God saw fit to make promises to him, thousands of years ago, that we are benefitting from today. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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God uses trials and difficulties not to harm us, but to refine our faith like fire purifies gold. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how when we understand our identity as chosen foreigners in this world and fix our gaze on eternity rather than temporary circumstances, we can stand firm with unshakeable faith even when life doe…
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The Words of Jesus on the Cross - A Conversation with Nolan Clouse
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22:50In our final episode of this month we welcome Nolan Clouse to the podcast to wrap our discussions regarding the words and statements that Jesus makes while He is on the cross. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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NextGen Weekend | Equip for Battle | Week 8
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48:05The next generation doesn’t just need to know good behavior—they need to know the living God. Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett will show us that the church, as a multigenerational family, can share stories of God’s power and faithfulness in a way that stirs up joy and lasting faith in the hearts of those who come after us. Ryan Bramlett • Equip for B…
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In this episode the final words of Jesus. The plan of saving man through His blood on the cross, a plan set before the beginning of the world, culminates in His death. Jesus understands the significance of that and has some final things to say. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Battle Proof Marriage | Equip For Battle | Week 8
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48:41Marriage is designed by God to be a powerful sign of the Gospel and a means for transformation. A battle-proof marriage helps each spouse reach their God-given potential by following God's design rather than the world's blueprint. In this message, Executive Ministries Pastor Chad Lunsford preaches on what God's word says and how to apply that to ou…
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In this episode we will discuss the words of Jesus on the cross and the human interactions He had. A conversation with His mother, His desire for something to drink, and His feeling of loneliness. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Battle Proof Parenting | Equip For Battle | Week 7
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45:20Parenting isn't hard; it's impossible. We need divine assistance to raise kids in an increasingly hostile world. The solution isn't more activities or achievements, but remembering to make God our life – not just part of our life. In this message, Campus Pastor Bart Shaw preaches on the importance of understanding that parents and caregivers are th…
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This month we're going to look at what Jesus said while He was on the cross. When each breath literally counted, what did Jesus choose to say and why? This week we're going to look at two of those statements found in Luke 23. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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Praying in the Spirit | Equip For Battle | Week 6
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46:37Prayer is the best thing we can do for our relationships, and praying in the Spirit is how we become battle-proof—not just for ourselves but for those we love. Join us for a message from Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett as we learn that when we move beyond "saying our prayers" to truly praying in the Spirit, we partner with God to fight battles that …
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Helmet of Salvation and Sword of the Spirit | Equip For Battle | Week 5
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48:02There is a very real battle happening all around us, and the full life that Jesus offers can only be experienced with the full armor of God. In this message, Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett preaches on how we can stand firm in spiritual battle by protecting our minds with the Helmet of Salvation and actively engaging the enemy with the Sword of the …
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David - A Conversation with Curtis Cooper
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26:02In our final episode on David for this month, we bring Curtis Cooper into the conversation to share some of his thoughts with us. Curtis preaches for the Stony Creek congregation in Noblesville, Indiana and we really enjoyed getting his perspective on the life of David. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!…
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Shield of Faith | Equip For Battle | Week 4
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46:48In this world, believers will experience attacks against their faith, but God has given us the tools we need to withstand this. In this message, Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett preaches on how to use the shield of truth to protect our faith when we’re under attack. Ryan Bramlett • Equip For Battle CONNECT WITH US! Engage with this message: https://t…
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Shoes of Peace | Equip For Battle | Week 3
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48:05When life feels like a battle, what grounds you? In this message, Pastor Ryan Bramlett unpacks how the gospel prepares us to stand firm when our peace is under attack. Peace isn't found in comfort or control; it’s found in obedience, in readiness, and ultimately, in being at peace with God. Ryan Bramlett • Equip For Battle • Ephesians 6 CONNECT WIT…
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What does it mean that David was a man after God's own heart and why is that statement ascribed to him? We dive into those questions and more today! Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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David certainly wasn't a man without flaws and mistakes. The story that unfolds with Bathsheba certainly highlights one of the lowest times in David's life. But his response to this sinful behavior is one of the reasons he will be described as a man after God's own heart! Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!…
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Belt of Truth and Armor of Righteousness | Battle Ready | Week 2
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48:37Christians are equipped not just for walking with Jesus and loving others, but for active spiritual warfare. We live in a war zone where Satan attacks through lies and accusations, but God provides specific spiritual armor to defend against the enemy's strategies. In this message, Associate Pastor Ryan Bramlett teaches that victory comes through cl…
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This month is all about David! We're starting with one of the most well-known stories of his entire life...his encounter with Goliath on the battlefield! David was still a young man, but already full of faith and courage. There is a lot to be learned from this timeless story! Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!…
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Be Strong And Stand Firm | Battle Ready | Week 1
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49:13We are in a battle, whether we realize it or not, and God has equipped us with everything we need to stand firm. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett teaches us how to lean in to all the tools God gives us to equip for the battle we face. Aaron Brockett • Battle Ready • Ephesians 6:10-13 CONNECT WITH US! Engage with this message: https://tpc…
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Salvation - A Conversation with Emerson Brown
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29:00As we wrap up this month's topic of salvation, we welcome Emerson Brown to the show! Emerson preaches at the Westfield Church of Christ and offers some valuable insight into the conversation we've been having this month on salvation. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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In the third episode of this series on salvation we tackle the question of what role baptism play in the forgiveness of our sins. Jesus, as well as the Apostles, answer that question for us in the New Testament writings. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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In Our Church | Equip For Battle | Week 3
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48:44Sometimes it’s easy to start going through the motions, especially in our faith, but when we do this, we rob ourselves of the full life God has for us. In the final message of this series, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on what it means to truly live out our faith instead of just cruising through life on autopilot. Aaron Brockett • Equip for B…
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After realizing that the problem that man has in sin, and that there is nothing that man can do on his own to take care of that problem, thanks be to God who can. Through His grace, and His mercy, and in His forgiveness, the problem of sin can be dealt with. Questions for us? Send us a Text Message!
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