Weekly sermons from Four Corners Community Church in West Chester, Ohio.
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Sharing your Catholic faith with family and friends can sometimes feel daunting. Where do I start? How do I make an impact? Welcome to EquipCast, a weekly podcast from the Archdiocese of Omaha. We want to support your faith journey and equip you with the tools to express your faith authentically in your everyday life. Each week, we’ll discuss practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world. Each episode is filled with encouragement and inspiration so yo ...
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Episode 182: Connect Heaven to Earth’s Ordinary Moments with Fr. Micael Voithofer
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1:13:40What if everyday moments—like washing dishes or sitting in traffic—could actually connect you to heaven? In this episode, we’re diving into what it really means to live into your identity as a beloved son or daughter of God. We’ll chat about the baptismal priesthood—not as some abstract theology, but as a real, lived-out calling to be a bridge betw…
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His Last Days: Grace That Sends - Pastor Will LoVellette
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52:421. Same Boat – New Ears. 2. Obey First – Understand Later. 3. Come And Eat – Continuous Intimacy 4. Real Love For Jesus -– Requires Action 5. Following Jesus Costs You Something – But It’s Worth It
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Episode 181: The Four Ways Forward: Becoming an Apostolic Parish in a Post-Christian World with Susan Windley-Daoust
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1:07:02Parish renewal is the buzzword of the moment—and with it comes an overwhelming array of resources and ministries. So how do you cut through the noise to find what will truly help your parish move forward? In today’s episode, I talk with Susan Windley-Daoust, author of The Four Ways Forward: Becoming an Apostolic Parish in a Post-Christian World. Su…
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His Last Days: After The Resurrection - Pastor Ben Hodges
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54:26Luke 24:13-16 You can be physically alive and spiritually aloof. Jesus is right there. They see Him but they do not ‘see’ him.’ Luke 24:27 How did Jesus Teach the Bible? - There is morality in the Bible, but it is not primarily about morality. - There is religion and tradition and history, but it is not primarily about the culture of the time. - Th…
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Episode 180: Front Porch Missionaries: What if you never had to leave your home to go on mission?
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1:14:41What if changing the world started with your dinner table? Today, I sit down with Ennie Hickman, co-founder of the Delray Collective, an organization dedicated to equipping people to be ordinary missionary disciples in their everyday lives. We dive into the quiet power of everyday hospitality—those small, intentional acts that build trust, create b…
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His Last Week: The Resurrection - Pastor Ben Hodges
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48:47If Jesus didn’t rise from the dead, Christianity crumbles. If He did, it changes everything. - Jesus really died. No one survives Roman crucifixion. - The grave was secure. Pilate posted Roman guards at the tomb to prevent tampering. - The body was missing. An empty tomb, with folded laundry, demands explanation. - Hundreds saw Him alive. Twenty ye…
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His Last Week: Betrayal and Death - Pastor Ben Hodges
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50:37Ben talks us through Luke 22:31-71.
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His Last Week: Communion and Competition - Pastor Will LoVellette
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50:151. Preparation – Introduction : Luke 1-2 2. Preaching—Jesus and His mission : Luke 3-9 3. Parables—Journey to Jerusalem : Luke 10-19. 4. Passion—Jesus’s final week in Jerusalem : Luke 20-24 Jesus Christ came to SAVE (Luke 19:10). BIBLE: B - Boldness in Christ I - Identity in Christ B - Brotherhood in Unity L - Leadership through Service E - Enduran…
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Coach's Corner 19: Four Metaphors for a Clear Path of Discipleship
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11:22Have you ever thought about how discipleship is like a school, a training table, or even an operating system? Probably not—but I love a good metaphor (maybe too much!). In this episode, I share four powerful ways to think about building a clear path of discipleship as well as the importance of creating a communal context where people can grow, matu…
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His Last Week: The Temple Falls - Pastor Ben Hodges
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50:21Luke 20:1-2 Authority of Jesus vs All Other Authority Luke 20:14-19 Temple Worship (heart) Has Fallen Apart 1. Chief Priest and Scribes attempt to pit Jesus against Rome to get rid of Him (Luke 20:20-26). 2. The Sadducees act in bad faith by asking about the resurrection from the dead while they do not believe in the resurrection (Luke 20:27-44). 3…
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Sharing your Catholic faith with family and friends can sometimes feel daunting. Where do I start? How do I make an impact? Welcome to EquipCast, a weekly podcast from the Archdiocese of Omaha. We want to support your faith journey and equip you with the tools to express your faith authentically in your everyday life. Each week, we’ll discuss pract…
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Episode 179: The secret to getting more volunteers with John Poitevent from Great Catholic Parishes
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1:05:19Why is it so hard to get more volunteers? The same 10% of parishioners seem do 90% of the work. The key to changing this isn’t just recruiting more volunteers—it’s making disciples. People step up when they feel seen, invited, and part of something meaningful. That starts with personal relationships. Instead of generic announcements, we need to rea…
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His Last Week: Jesus Cleanses The Temple - Pastor Ben Hodges
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51:50Luke 19:45-48 Luke 20:1-8 The Temple Cleansed Because of … Love, pure and undefiled love. James 1:27 Love of a Holy God is priority 1 in a cleansed temple. - Thieves should not feel comfortable in the presence of a holy God. - The disordered temple is cleansed to make it a place where the truth is not in competition with anything else. - Goal: For …
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His Last Week: The King Enters - Pastor Ben Hodges
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36:26Luke 19:28–34 2 Time of year: Passover Location: Mount of Olives Bethpage / Bethany Jerusalem Temple 1. Jesus Christ is Lord! 2. Jesus Christ is King! 3. Jesus Christ is Savior!
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Episode 178: Measuring Faith: How Data and Devotion Are Revitalizing Sacred Heart Parish
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50:29What does it take to build a thriving, faith-filled parish? In this episode, I sit down with Father Jamie Zarse, pastor at Sacred Heart Parish in Shawnee, Kansas, to unpack his vision for renewing his parish—starting with a team of prayer warriors and leaders—and the spiritual habits that are transforming his community. From deeper devotion to the …
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Episode 177: How Collaboration and the Temperaments Can Unlock Parish Renewal
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1:09:46Are you part of a dynamic team that truly leverages each member’s unique gifts? Building cohesive and effective teams is essential for parish renewal and vibrant ministry. When individuals are inspired and equipped to discover, discern, and live out their God-given mission, our parishes thrive. In this episode, I sit down with Matt Ingold of Metano…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 9: The Purpose of Money - Pastor Ben Hodges
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1:05:08Proverbs 13:22 A good man leaves an inheritance for their children’s children. God’s Purposes for Money :: Money is a tool. Proverbs 3:5-10 1. A tool to shape my heart. 2. A tool to bring me joy as I meet the basic needs of my family. 3. A tool to bless me with some of my wants. 4. A tool to allow me to give generously and cheerfully. 5. A tool gro…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 8: Wisdom on Hurt and Disappointments - Pastor Ben Hodges
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1:02:05How do you emotionally heal from a hurt? The Hurt Cycle 1. Experience hurt 2. Interpret what happened 3. Respond 3 Responses in Proverbs 1. Evil - justify hurting others out of your hurt; scorched earth. 2. Foolish – ignore, blame shift, excuse make, deferred life maintenance until pain is gone 3. Wise – seeks God and wise counsel to interpret the …
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Episode 176: How Curiosity Transforms Evangelization + A New Resource to Elevate! Your Small Groups
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34:24What’s the secret sauce to evangelization? Aside from the Holy Spirit, it's curiosity—genuinely wanting to know and understand the person in front of you. When you show sincere interest in someone's story, experiences, and thoughts, you create space for authentic connection. This curiosity builds trust and opens the door to deeper conversations whe…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 7: The Tongue - Life and Death in Our Words - Pastor Will LoVellette
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50:02Your Tongue Is A Weapon—Use It Wisely
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Episode 175: From Comfort Zones to Mission: Transforming Parish Mindsets Through Lifelong Learning
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1:01:39How can we help others shift from a maintenance mindset to a missional one? It starts with prayer and reflection but also requires creating an environment where people feel safe to explore new ideas and take risks. Encouraging continuous learning is key. By embracing new knowledge and experiences, we can deepen our faith and learn to live it out mo…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 6: Wisdom for Guarding What Matters - Pastor Will LoVellette
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46:29The Bible Warns Us Against: A Cold Heart – (Matthew 24:12) A heart that becomes apathetic, indifferent, or lacking in love. An Unclean Heart – (Psalm 51:10) A heart tainted by sin, in need of renewal and purity. A Double Heart – (Psalm 12:2) A divided heart that lacks full devotion to God. A Hard Heart – (Proverbs 28:14) A heart that is stubborn an…
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Coach's Corner 18: 12 Tips to Revolutionize Your Rosary
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10:24Do you ever get distracted while praying the rosary—or even, dare we say, find it boring? The rosary is a powerful tool to deepen your relationship with Jesus and Mary, a beautiful way to converse with God and invite His grace to transform your life. Join me for a Coach’s Corner where I share 12 practical tips to revolutionize your experience of th…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 5: Wisdom and Dying - Pastor Ben Hodges
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1:03:03The Lord to King Hezekiah…. “Put your house in order, because you are going to die,” (Isaiah 38:1 NIV). Life and death are a major theme in the book of Proverbs. “life” and “live” - 56 times “death” and “die” - 20 times You preach your own funeral… your choices, words, attitude, behavior, relationships are the sermon of your life.…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 4: Wisdom with Money - Pastor Ben Hodges
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59:3810 Biggest Money Lesson In Our Marriage: 1. Money matters are spiritual matters. 2. In marriage, like in life, money can become “power” and that is dangerous. 3. Our basic plan on paper beats our all the amazing ideas in our heads. 4. You can’t out give God. 5. Where there is deception and lies, the devil is trying to kill, steal, and destroy. 6. $…
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Episode 174: Experience Miracles: How Alpha Youth Changed the Culture of a School
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51:56Do you expect the miraculous from God? As believers, we are invited to trust in God's power and love, knowing He desires to move in our lives in profound and unexpected ways. Miracles are not confined to biblical times; they are a testament to God's ongoing presence in our world. When we step out in faith, we open the door for the Holy Spirit to wo…
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Episode 173: The Art of Neighboring with Dave Runyon
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51:23Is busyness subtly drowning out your ability to love God and love others? When we're constantly rushing from one task to the next, we lose the time and mental space to notice the needs of those around us, let alone build meaningful relationships with them. Our hurried lifestyles often turn our homes into mere refuges from the chaos instead of place…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 3: Wisdom at Work - Pastor Ben Hodges
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56:19Understanding Work as Worship 1. God works :: work is godly. Genesis 2:2 2. Work is now cursed - the curse of sin has turned work into toil. Genesis 3:17-19 3. Work is not sacred and secular, but workers can be sacred and secular. Colossians 3:23-24 IDEAL TEAM MEMBER (Patrick Lencioni) A Humble Team Player A Relationally Smart Team Player A Hungry …
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Episode 172: Rethink Religious Ed: Universal Lessons for Faith Formation from People with Special Needs
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56:45Religious Education is broken, often feeling like a conveyor belt to the sacraments rather than a journey, accompanying individuals as they grow in faith. My guest, Janet Sobczyk, shares how she transformed that reality for her daughter Monica, a person with special needs, so she could receive the sacraments. Janet’s story offers powerful lessons f…
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 2: Wisdom for Marriage - Pastor Ben Hodges
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41:57Grow in your faith… the fear of the Lord. Get good (and quick) at walking in forgiveness Develop a close Friendship Get serious about having fun together.
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Walking in Wisdom: Part 1: Healthy Relationships - Pastor Ben Hodges
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49:18How did Jesus remain healthy while he was regularly surrounded by unhealthy people? How will you?
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Episode 171: Transform Your Parish: Fr. James Mallon on Evangelization, Discipleship, and Church Growth
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1:06:25Pope John Paul II tells us that “evangelization is the cornerstone of all pastoral action, the demands of which are primary, preeminent and preferential.” Yet, let’s be real—how often do we actually see this lived out in our parishes? Evangelization tends to take a back seat, overshadowed by other priorities, rarely making it into budgets or staffi…
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Coach's Corner 17: A Clear Path for School Parents
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12:38One of the largest opportunities for evangelization is in our Catholic schools. But breaking into this mission field comes with its own struggles. Many parents are juggling so many responsibilities and pressures. They're dealing with work, family, and all the demands of modern life, which can make it hard to prioritize their faith journey. Plus, th…
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Your Best Year Yet - Pastor Will LoVellette
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46:332025 will be the BEST year of your life IF it is your BEST year spiritually. Three keys for a spiritually significant 2025: 1. Your heart would be SOFTENED. 2. Your faith would be STRETCHED. 3. Your walk would be STRENGTHENED.
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All I Want For Christmas: Part 5: Christmas Eve Eve - Greater Vision of Jesus - Pastor Ben Hodges
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41:38What difference would it make if you saw Jesus more completely this Christmas? 1. Consider the unrealized, long-awaited hope of ancient voices. Isaiah 9:6-7 2. Listen to the private ponderings of a humble man and a young woman. Matthew 1:18-21, Matthew 1:26-37 3. Peer into a stable that became a make-shift child delivery room. Luke 2:4-7 4. Pay att…
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All I Want For Christmas: Part 4: The Generations Shall Know - Pastor Ben Hodges
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58:19INTEGRITY OF HEART: 1. God loves the coming generation more than you do. 2. The coming generation already has a Savior - and you are not it. 3. The coming generations needs a Savior - and you can’t be it for them. 4. Success for the coming generation is not for them to ‘succeed.’ 5. We succeed when the coming generation finds their Gospel-aligned m…
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Episode 170: How Young Adults Can Find Their Place After College
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1:00:15Can young adults find their place in a faith community after college? Young adults often face the loss of their college community and the challenge of building new connections. They tend to feel isolated and unsure of how to integrate into a parish. Overcoming this involves actively seeking out parish activities, being open to making friends across…
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All I Want For Christmas: Part 3: Godly Men - Pastor Ben Hodges
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37:19Joseph was a man. Like all men, He was tempted to be controlled by money, sex, and power. Rather than being controlled, He honored God. Honoring God brought him purpose, significance, and true joy. He built a life that truly mattered.
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All I Want For Christmas: Part 2: Great Giving vs Great Gifts - Pastor Ben Hodges
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57:58Would you consider yourself a giver or a receiver? Everything at the first Christmas was about giving. There is nothing more “Christmas” than giving. Would you consider yourself a giver or a receiver? You probably know that you give to make a difference, but did you know that you also give because it shapes you? What you decide to do with money wil…
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Episode 169: Praying with Purpose: Expect God to Speak About Your Mission with Hannah Vaughan-Spruce
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57:31Have you ever wondered how to bring the Lord into your work, expanding your prayer life beyond personal devotion? In this episode, we explore missional prayer—prayer that aligns our hearts with the Holy Spirit, focusing on the transformation of our parishes and neighborhoods. It's about moving beyond inward devotion to intentional, outward-facing p…
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All I Want For Christmas: Part 1: White Christmas or Blue Christmas - Pastor Ben Hodges
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51:401. Grieve like Jesus 2. Believe that God will leverage your loss. 3. Look up…what happened to Lazarus is going to happen to you and every follower of Jesus.
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Thanksgiving: There Is Power In Giving Thanks - Pastor Ben Hodges
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48:55There is power in feeling thankful. There is more power in giving thanks.
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Episode 168: How to Tell If Your Prayer Life Is Working with Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead for Hallow
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1:04:15Ever wonder if your prayer life is making a difference? Look for the fruits. Are you experiencing more peace, patience, and love in your relationships? Do you feel more attuned to God’s presence and guidance in your daily life? Challenges can also be a signpost—when your prayer life is strong, you’re more likely to face difficulties with grace and …
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It's A Trap: The Pursuit of Happiness May Be Killing Your Marriage Part 2 - Pastor Ben Hodges
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43:42Marriages fail long before the actual separation or divorce papers are served. At some point, you have to choose which design of marriage you want for your life.
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Episode 167: Our Mission to Love: How to share your faith without being pushy
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56:06I was recently asked, "How do you share your faith without coming across as pushy?" It’s a big question—how can we invite people into a relationship with Jesus without making it feel manipulative? The answer is simple: We love. The core of the Great Commission—"go and make disciples"—is the call to love because God is love. If we let that love shap…
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It's A Trap: The Pursuit of Happiness May Be Killing Your Marriage - Pastor Ben Hodges
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50:03Marriages fail long before the actual separation or divorce papers are served. At some point you have to choose which design of marriage you want for your life.
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It's A Trap: The Truth About Forgiveness - Pastor Ben Hodges
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57:55Ben talks about forgiveness.
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Coach's Corner 16: How to Make Evangelization a Priority
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9:40Why is it so hard to prioritize evangelization? I want to love God, love my neighbor, and introduce others to Jesus, but life often gets in the way. In today’s Coach’s Corner, I’m here to offer some encouragement. When I focus on what Jesus truly asks of me—giving my heart to him in prayer and helping others draw closer to him—everything else falls…
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Doing good makes a difference.
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Episode 166: Michelle Duppong’s Little Way of Evangelization
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51:28Being holy is hard, and most of the people I look up to – the saints – lived extraordinary lives. But St. Therese taught us that sanctity is possible through her “little way”. Today, I want to introduce you to another “little way” – that of Servant of God Michelle Duppong. She lived what I like to call “the little way of evangelization” to the poin…
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