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Light + Life Podcast

First Presbyterian Church Colorado Springs

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Welcome to the Light + Life Podcast, conversations on faith and life from First Pres Colorado Springs. Join us every other week for a 30-minute conversation about living the Christian life in our times.
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Can Christians live more sustainably without getting caught in cultural confusion or guilt? In this episode of the Light + Life Podcast, Liza and Pastor Tim explore how faith intersects with environmental stewardship—unpacking personal habits, biblical truth, and surprising stories about our responsibility to care for God's creation. You'll hear ra…
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Pastor Steve's sermon on Galatians 3:1-14 underscores Paul's strong rebuke to those abandoning the true faith for works. Just as Abraham received righteousness through faith, in the same way, all believers (his children)—Jew and Gentile alike—are made righteous by faith alone.The Law serves to reveal sin, but only Christ's sacrifice, received by fa…
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Galatians 2:15-21 profoundly declares: we are justified—made righteous—by faith alone, not by anything we do. Our righteousness comes solely through trusting in Jesus' sacrifice and so our standing with God rests entirely on His grace, and not on our performance. We are freed from striving, empowered to live out of gratitude for His finished work o…
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Are you tired of measuring your worth by your work? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode of the Light + Life Podcast, hosts Liza and Pastor Tim dive deep into the struggles of burnout, hustle culture, and losing your identity to endless productivity. They share honest stories about overachievement, disillusionment, and the pressure to always …
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Galatians 1:10–24 In our study of Galatians 2:1-14 today, we examine Paul's visit to Jerusalem. He encountered all the apostles, particularly Peter, James, and John, and they affirmed his teaching and preaching of the Gospel of grace to the Gentiles, which didn't necessitate circumcision or adherence to the law as a basis for justification. This co…
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Are you feeling stuck in your job or wondering if your work really matters? In this episode of the Light + Life Podcast, Liza and Pastor Tim unpack how to find meaning in your work, even when it feels ordinary. Whether you're starting a new career, feeling burnt out, or just questioning if you're making a real difference, there's good news: God has…
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In this sermon, guest speaker, Andrew Graham, leads us in considering Mark 3:28–30. He reminds us of the incredible breadth of the Lord's forgiveness. There is no sin and no words we can speak, which the Lord will not forgive. Having pointed out this truth, he moves on to discuss "the unforgivable sin" and the ramifications of turning away once enl…
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Ephesians 5:15–21 This evening we begin the long section that runs from 5:15 to 6:9, where Paul again exhorts us to “walk” and, after an initial paragraph, works through the various relationships in an ancient household. Our focus this week is on his initial paragraph and the careful watchfulness he calls us to as he unfolds the nature of the Chris…
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In this enlightening episode of the Light and Life Podcast, Liza and Pastor Tim dive into the essence of community and the profound impact of human interaction. Whether you’re feeling isolated in a digital age or seeking meaningful connections in a new city, this discussion unpacks how authentic relationships can transform lives and influence etern…
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The feeding of the four thousand, this time in Gentile territory, is a testament to Jesus' boundless compassion and provision. While there are distinct differences, the similarity between this miracle and the feeding of the five thousand a chapter earlier serves both as a needed reminder and as a gentle rebuke of our forgetfulness. Listen, not just…
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Join hosts Liza Cunningham and Pastor Tim McConnell as they delve into faith and doubt in modern life. This episode tackles overcoming spiritual doubts, building your faith, and finding confidence in your beliefs. Whether you're navigating personal growth or exploring broader spiritual questions, this discussion offers practical advice and real chu…
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Are your finances a constant source of stress? Whether it's battling debt, managing day-to-day expenses, or aiming for financial freedom, find solace and solutions in this episode. Join Pastor Tim McConnell and Liza Cunningham as they explore how integrating faith with financial planning can transform your approach to money. In This Episode, We Wil…
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Ephesians 4:17-24 contrasts the futile, darkened lifestyle of those without Christ with the transformed life believers are called to live. Paul urges Christians to abandon their former ways, of ignorance and sensuality, and instead embrace their new identity in Christ. This involves "putting off" the corrupt old self and "putting on" the new self, …
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As Jesus’ ministry continues, the criticisms of the Pharisees and scribes sharpen—but Jesus meets them head-on. Their complaint about the disciples transgressing the tradition of the elders gives Jesus the opportunity to reveal the way they circumvent God’s law and seek to replace it with human authority. His words give us occasion to reflect on ou…
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In a transitional passage often lumped with what follows or precedes, Matthew reminds us of precious truths at the core of Christ’s public ministry. As he arrives on the shore we immediately see how word of mouth spreads the news. We then see that even a mere touching of Jesus’ garment brings healing—because Jesus takes hold of those he saves. We f…
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Ephesians 4:7–16 describes how Christ distributes diverse gifts to individuals within the church, each according to his own measure. These gifts, including apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, are given to build up the body and equip her for ministry. Join us as Pastor Tony highlights how every believer is uniquely gifted for a s…
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Pastor Tony’s sermon, “The Sea is His, for He Made It" (Matthew 14:22-36), considers Jesus's dual nature. He is presented as True Man in his weariness and need for prayer. Simultaneously, he is shown as Very God in his miraculous walking on water and calming the storm, demonstrating divine power over creation. This passage underscores that Jesus's …
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No doubt our Lord raised many people from the dead Matt. 11:5 "The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them." but in the Gospel records, only three persons' resurrections are described: Jairus's daughter Mark 5:22-43; Luke 8:40-56,…
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Join us as we continue in Ephesians 4:3–7, building on our discussion of vv. 1–3 to show how the character Paul describes is necessary for and enables the kind of unity he calls us to. Tucked away in his comments is the potent metaphor of the church as a body, which we take the time to discuss at length. Paul’s portrait of our mutual interdependenc…
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Pastor Tony's sermon, "Jesus Feeds the Multitude," based on Matthew 14:13-21, explores one of Jesus’ best-known miracles, the feeding of the five thousand. Walking through the text he first looks at how the miracle unfolds, highlighting Christ’s active compassion, His challenge to the disciples to meet the crowd’s need, and his provision of the res…
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How can Christians approach dating with intention and faith? Join Tim McConnell and Greg Hartnett as they share seven essential questions to guide dating as preparation for marriage and explore what it means to date with purpose in a post-Christian culture. Reflecting on cultural shifts and biblical principles, they explore how Christians can date …
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In his sermon “The Hardening of Herod’s Heart,” Pastor Tony considers a flashback concerning Herod and John the Baptist in Matthew 14:1–12. More important than all of the political intrigue is the way in which Herod models how sin devastates and hardens the human heart. We consider in turn how sin breeds fear, how fear then compounds sin, and how c…
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