by Church @ 434 | Sep 16, 2026 | The Clash
Life is rarely a straight line—it’s a series of clashes that shape who we become. In this powerful conclusion to our interview with Diamond Dallas Page, we pull back the curtain on the man behind the persona. From the high-stakes world of WCW to his personal journey of coming to know Christ, DDP shares how his toughest seasons—the broken back, the career-ending warnings, and the “emotional gravity”—became the foundation for his greatest mission: helping others heal. Chris Whaley and Jeff Dixon explore the intersection of faith, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Join us as we discuss why the glass is always half full, why failure is just another step toward the “potter’s wheel,” and how you can apply the champion’s mindset to your walk with God.
#TheClash #DiamondDallasPage #DDPYoga #OvercomingAdversity #FaithAndCulture #ProWrestlingHistory #OwnYourLife #Resilience #Motivation #Inspiration #ChristianWorldview #DDP #DontTapOut
by Church @ 434 | Sep 15, 2026 | Don't Be an Esau
Personal decisions carry generational weight. In this episode of “Don’t Be an Esau,” we explore how Esau’s disregard for his spiritual inheritance birthed the Edomites and the spirit of Amalek—a force that preyed on the weak and stood in perpetual opposition to God’s purposes. This isn’t just ancient history; it’s a warning for our own lives. When we treat our God-given birthright as weightless, we create a culture of resentment that eventually turns into a weapon against our own future. Learn why “partial obedience” is a dangerous trap, why you cannot negotiate with habits designed to destroy your legacy, and why choosing the status quo over your calling is a choice to stand in conflict with God. It’s time to stop managing what God has already judged and step into the fullness of the inheritance you were created to guard.
#SpiritualGrowth #Inheritance #OvercomingResentment #BiblicalTruth #FaithOverFear #LegacyBuilding #SpiritualWarfare #PurposeDriven #BiblicalWisdom
by Church @ 434 | Sep 14, 2026 | Celebration Worship Series
The Peace we all seek is just on the other side of the war within – to get there we must choose to Rise Above!
Rise Above is a revolutionary blueprint for living at our highest capacity for our Creator. The battle is intense – it rages around us and it rages inside of us. By learning and following the Champions’ Code we find the freedom that awaits.
by Church @ 434 | Sep 14, 2026 | Urban Legends
What happens when a community is labeled “cursed”? Today on Urban Legends, we explore the eerie history of Dudleytown, Connecticut. Often called a “ghost town,” its ruins are whispered to be the epicenter of a multi-generational dark legacy tied to the fall of the influential Dudley family in Tudor England. As we examine the tragic fates of those who lived there—ranging from sudden insanity to violent death—we look past the rumors and campfire stories. We’ll analyze where these legends began, why they persist in our culture, and ultimately, what we can learn about God and His followers when we confront the darkest corners of our world.
#UrbanLegends #Dudleytown #Paranormal #GhostTown #TrueStories #FaithAndMystery #ConnecticutHistory #SpookyHistory #CurseOfDudleytown
by Church @ 434 | Sep 13, 2026 | Stand Alone Worship Services, Worship Services
This sermon is a sobering and urgent exploration of the devastating consequences of unrepentant sin, using the tragic life of Samson as its primary warning. The speaker argues that sin is not a humorous or light matter, but an “explosive and expensive” reality that blinds, binds, and eventually grinds down even the strongest of God’s champions. By tracing Samson’s downward spiral—from his initial blessings to his ultimate demise as a captive “grinder”—the sermon emphasizes that sin always takes a person farther than they planned to go, keeps them longer than they intended to stay, and costs more than they ever wanted to pay.
Ultimately, the message serves as a call to radical self-examination and immediate repentance. The speaker cautions believers against the arrogance of thinking they can “handle” secret sins or flirt with the world without consequence, noting that even a champion like Samson was devoured because he thought he could “shake himself free” just as he had in the past. The sermon concludes with an invitation to “name and nail” sin to the cross, urging listeners to move beyond a superficial faith and embrace a life of total victory and obedience through the grace of God.
