Best Tim Shapley Podcasts (2025)

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Advent Message 02: Candle of Peace 27:51

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Sermon Date: 12/7/2025 Bible Verses: Luke 2:8-14 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Theme: “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” Introduction: When Peace Feels Far Away Advent is a season of promise—but it’s also a season of tension. We celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace, yet we live in a wor…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 78: Celebration, Two year Anniversary 1:06:37

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Join Tim and John as they celebrate two years of the Podcast! Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ “Two Years Beneath the Grove” A Poem for the Walnut Grove Podcast – Celebrating Year Two Two years of roots grown deep in grace…

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Advent and the Promise: Waiting with Hope for Christ's Return 26:57

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Rev. Tim Shapley delivers a chapel message about Advent, reflecting on Jesus' first coming, the fulfillment of prophecy, and God’s faithfulness throughout history. He explains the hope of Christ’s second coming through a simple overview of Revelation, encouraging listeners to wait with peace, joy, love, and readiness.…

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Advent Message 01: Hope of Advent 24:07

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Sermon Date: 11/30/2025 Bible Verses: Haggai 2:7 Isaiah 8:10 Isaiah 7:14 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Theme: “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” Introduction: A Season of Waiting, A Candle of Hope Advent isn’t just about looking back to the birth of Christ—it’s also about looking forward to His re…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 77: Our Favorite Hymns 1:21:28

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Hymns. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Tim’s Favorite Hymns: Wonderful Grace of Jesus - Author: Haldor Lillenas (1918) Scripture: Romans 5:20 — “Where sin increased, …

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Give Thanks: Discovering God’s Unchanging Goodness (Psalm 107) 11:32

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Rev. Tim Shapley explores Psalm 107:1-9, showing how thanksgiving begins by remembering God’s unchanging goodness. He highlights three truths: gratitude starts with who God is, it is the natural response of the redeemed, and it remembers God’s delivering and satisfying provision. Be encouraged to tell your story, trust God’s faithfulness, and live …

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The Weekly Show - Episode 76: Biblical Friendship 1:16:26

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Friendship. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Biblical Friendship Friendship is one of God’s most sacred gifts—and one of the most misunderstood. The worl…

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Sermon: God’s in His Heaven, All’s Right with the World 34:46

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Sermon Date: 11/16/2025 Bible Verses: Psalm 115:3 – “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He pleases.” Psalm 115:12–18 – The Lord remembers us, blesses us, and His praise endures forever. 1 Chronicles 29:11–12 – “Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory… for all that is in heaven and earth is Yours.” Romans 8:28 – “And we know t…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 75: Freedom & Purpose 48:07

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Freedom. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: “Forgiven for a Reason” Forgiveness was never meant to be the end of your story—it’s the beginning of a new one…

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Sermon: The Cross-Shaped Path 31:07

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Sermon Date: 11/02/2025 Bible Verses: 1 Corinthians 4:6-13 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: The Cross-Shaped Life We live in a culture driven by appearance, platform, and performance. Success is measured by likes, followers, resumes, and the ability to impress. Even within the church,…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 74: Forgiveness 1:10:43

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Forgiveness. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: The Gift We Struggle to Give Forgiveness is one of the most powerful and necessary acts in the Christian li…

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Sermon: Mind of Christ - True Wisdom from the Spirit 28:02

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Sermon Date: 11/02/2025 Bible Verses: 1 Corinthians 2:6–16 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: Hidden Wisdom We live in an age of unparalleled access to knowledge. With just a few taps on a screen, you can look up any fact, stream lectures from Ivy League professors, learn a new skill, o…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 73: Light and Darkness 53:48

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Light and Darkness. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Light in the Darkness Theme Verse: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overc…

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Devotion: Walk in Wisdom 14:35

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Sermon Date: 10/26/2025 Bible Verses: Ephesians 5:15–21 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: Wisdom isn’t just about what you know—it’s about how you walk. In Ephesians 5, Paul gives us a roadmap for living wisely in a world that is anything but. He’s not talking about academic smarts or …

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The Weekly Show - Episode 72: Suit Up - Prepared for Spiritual Battle 49:21

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on why we Should Suit UP! Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: We’re at War—Whether We Know It or Not The Christian life isn’t a playground—it’s a battlefield. …

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Sermon: Still Trusting - A Faith That Endures 30:01

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Sermon Date: 10/19/2025 Bible Verses: Psalm 71:1-8 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: "Still Trusting" Have you ever noticed that real faith doesn’t always look like loud declarations or perfect confidence? It doesn’t always come wrapped in fireworks or mountaintop moments. Sometimes — …

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The Weekly Show - Episode 71: Fear II (Fear Not) 53:08

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on why we should not fear. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Fear Not! Fear is one of the oldest emotions known to humankind—and still one of the strongest. …

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The Weekly Show - Episode 70: The Afterlife According to Scripture 1:10:41

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on 1 Samuel 28 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Eternity Matters The question of what happens after we die is one of the most profound and personal question…

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Sermon: Servants, Stewards, and Suffering 33:00

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Sermon Date: 10/5/2025 Bible Verses: 1 Corinthians 4:1‑21 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Part I: Servants of Christ, Stewards of God’s Mysteries – 1 Cor 4:1‑5 Servants (Under-Rowers) Paul uses the word hyperetas – essentially an “under-rower,” one who doesn’t steer the ship but obediently rows un…

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The Weekly Show - Episode 69: 1 Samuel 28 – Saul, Samuel, and the Witch of Endor 1:00:44

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on 1 Samuel 28 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Saul’s Spiritual Collapse There are few stories in Scripture as haunting as King Saul’s final descent into d…

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Devotion: Sow Goodness and Generosity 18:17

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Sermon Date: 9/28/2025 Bible Verses: Galatians 6:6–10 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Devotional Reflection: Generosity and goodness are not just occasional virtues for the Christian—they are part of a sustained lifestyle of sowing and reaping. Paul begins this section with a reminder that those w…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 68 - Righteous vs Unrighteous Anger 1:06:24

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Anger Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Righteous vs. Unrighteous Anger – A Christian Perspective Anger is one of the most intense and complex emotions we experience. It can rise up quickly in the face of…

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Sermon: The Secrets of the Kingdom - How We Hear, Grow, and Shine 28:23

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Sermon Date: 9/14/2025 Bible Verses: Matthew 13:1-43 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: “Why Parables?” Jesus didn’t speak in parables to confuse—but to reveal spiritual truth to those who are willing to hear. “To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of heaven…” (v. …

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The Weekly Show: Episode 67 - God’s Will: A Study on Purpose, Sovereignty, and Guidance 1:03:18

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on God's Will. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Recent Events: Charlie Kirk’s Assassiantion (September 10th), Iryna Zarutska’s murder (August 22, 2025, at the East/West Boulevard station on the Lynx Blue Line, in Charlot…

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Sermon: The Harvet Is Now 32:08

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Sermon Date: 9/14/2025 Bible Verses: :John 4:27–38 Matthew 9:36 Ecclesiastes 11:4–6 Matthew 11:28–30 Matthew 10:16–26 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: “What Do You See?” This week has reminded us, once again, of the darkness in the world. War. Injustice. Violence. Division. When we lo…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 66 - Suffering and the Christian Life 1:12:23

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study Suffering and the Christian Life Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction: Suffering and the Christian Life Suffering is one of the most difficult realities of human existence. No one is immune—pain, loss, and trial…

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Sermon: God’s Provision and Sustaining Grace 30:43

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Sermon Date: 9/7/2025 Bible Verses: Matthew 6:26 – “Look at the birds of the air…” Philippians 4:19 – “My God shall supply all your need…” 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “God is able to bless you abundantly…” Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord is my shepherd…” Psalm 103:2–5 – “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you…” Speaker: Rev. Timothy…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 65 - Abortion & The Sanctity of Life 1:11:07

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study Abortion & The Sanctity of Life Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ https://youtu.be/gzEbhcq1fyo Introduction: Abortion & The Sanctity of Life “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” In every generation, some issues touch not just…

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Sermon: What’s Hidden in the Camp? 28:10

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Sermon Date: 8/31/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 7 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Main Passage: Joshua 7 Theme: Hidden sin brings defeat, but confession and repentance restore fellowship and victory. Introduction Last week, we saw the walls of Jericho fall in Joshua 6—not because of Israel’s might, bu…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 64 - John 21 1:03:08

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 21 Verses 1-25 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 21:1–25 “Restoration by the Sea” – When Grace Starts the Fire Again John 21 serves as a powerful epilogue to the Gospel—a final chapter th…

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Sermon: By Faith the Walls Fell Down 25:38

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Sermon Date: 8/24/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 6 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Theme: Victory comes by faith, not by force. Spiritual battles are won when we trust God, obey His commands, and consecrate ourselves to His purposes. Introduction to the Message: “By Faith the Walls Fell Down” Good morn…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 63 - John 20 1:17:17

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 20 Verses 1-31 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 20:1–31 From Grief to Glory: The Dawn of New Creation The stone is rolled away. The tomb is empty. John 20 takes us into the heart of the …

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Sermon: Essentials for Spiritual Renewal and Spiritual Warfare 28:05

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Sermon Date: 8/17/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 5 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: The people of Israel have crossed the Jordan River. The Promised Land is before them. But before they draw their swords against Jericho, something unexpected happens… God halts them. No charging into battle…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 62 - John 19 1:15:50

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 19 Verses 1-42 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 19:1–42 The Crucifixion: God's Power Revealed Through Suffering John 19 is the heart of the Gospel’s passion narrative. It is a chapter of…

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Sermon: Remember God’s Goodness 30:10

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Sermon Date: 8/10/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 4 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Introduction: God knows something about human nature—we tend to forget. We forget promises. We forget lessons. We even forget miracles. And so, God commands us again and again in Scripture to remember. Not just with our …

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The Weekly Show: Episode 61 - John 18 1:18:23

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 18 Verses 1-40 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 18:1–40 “The Hour Has Come” John 18 marks the beginning of the Passion narrative—the moment where everything Jesus has foretold begins to …

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The Weekly Show: Episode 60 - John 17 1:17:51

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 17 Verses 1-26 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 17:1–26 This is holy ground. John 17 gives us something no other Gospel does—a full, intimate look into the actual prayer Jesus prayed the…

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Sermon: Step Into The Water 17:55

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Sermon Date: 7/27/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 3 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Main Theme: God calls us to step forward in faith—even when the way ahead seems uncertain. Like Israel at the Jordan, we are called to trust that God will go before us and make a way where there is no way. Devotional Ref…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 59 - John 16:25-33 31:03

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 16 Verses 25-33 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 16:25–33 As Jesus closes His Farewell Discourse in John 16, He offers His disciples a final word of clarity, reassurance, and courage. In…

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Sermon: Faith like Rahab 32:22

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Sermon Date: 7/20/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 2 Joshua 6:22–25 Matthew 1:5 Hebrews 11:31 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- The Faith of Rahab – A Story of Courage, Grace, and Legacy Introduction: In the midst of a city destined for destruction, one woman—an outsider, a prostitute—chose to believe in t…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 58 - John 16:16-24 36:13

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 16 Verses 16-24 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 16:16–24 As Jesus nears the end of His farewell conversation with the disciples, He turns to address their emotional turmoil directly. In…

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Sermon: From Jesus in Joshua 28:26

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Sermon Date: 7/13/2025 Bible Verses: Luke 24:44–49 Joshua 1:1–18 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Introduction: Picking Up Where We Left Off Last week, we looked at Deuteronomy 31, where Moses prepared the people for the next season and passed the mantle of leadership to Joshua. He told th…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 58 - John 16:1-15 56:41

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 16 Verses 1-15 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 16:1–15 As Jesus continues His Farewell Discourse, He shifts from warning about the world’s hatred to offering comfort and clarity about w…

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Sermon: Keep Going 23:46

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Sermon Date: 7/6/2025 Bible Verses: Deuteronomy 31:1–8 1 Thessalonians 5:1–19 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Obedience to the Lord is not always easy, but it is always worth it. We are called to serve even when we’re discouraged, frustrated, or tired—because the Lord goes before us and i…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 56 - John 15:18-27 46:47

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 15 Verses 1-15. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 15:18–27 — The Hatred of the World As Jesus continues His Farewell Discourse, He shifts the tone. After teaching about abiding in Him and…

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Sermon: Go to the Thirty 33:04

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Sermon Date: 6/29/2025 Bible Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:1–17 Matthew 9:35–38 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Introduction: There comes a time in every believer’s life when we need to grow up—not just in knowledge but in purpose. Paul rebukes the Corinthians for still needing milk when they s…

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The Weekly Show: Episode 55 - John 15:1-15 1:07:16

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 15 Verses 1-15. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 15:1–17 John 15:1–17 is part of Jesus’ Farewell Discourse—His final teaching to the disciples on the night before His crucifixion. These …

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The Weekly Show: Episode 54 - John 14:15-31 1:03:26

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 14 Verses 15-31. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to the Passage John 14:15–31 is part of Jesus’ final conversation with His disciples during the Last Supper. He has just told them He is going a…

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Sermon: Time to Go 23:49

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Sermon Date: 6/15/2025 Bible Verses: Acts 1:8 — Power to witness Matthew 28:18 — Authority to go Matthew 5:16 — Light to shine Matthew 7:9–11 — Provision to ask for Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Sermon Title: “Time To Go” Theme: God has given us the power, the authority, the light, and …

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The Weekly Show: Episode 53 - John 13:21-14:14 1:09:37

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 13 Verses 21- Chapter 14 Verse 14. Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 13:21–14:14 “Trouble, Betrayal, and the Promise of Hope” This section of John's Gospel marks a turning point in the Up…