The Church @ 434 in Motion’s 1000th Episode – Challenge
In this episode, our 1000th Episode, Jeff issues a challenge… Will you be willing to take it on?
PrimeTime Overtime (s1e3) – 8 Cent Stamp
This episode emphasizes the importance of friendship and communication, using an anecdote about a long-delayed letter to illustrate the need for staying in touch with friends and loved ones. It encourages open and timely conversation with friends and offers a brief prayer for guidance in maintaining strong relationships.
PrimeTime Overtime (s1e2) – Mule in the Well
In this episode, we tell the story of an old mule that falls into a well, and despite being buried with dirt, it keeps shaking it off and stepping up. It conveys the message that we should face challenges with resilience, not let them get us down, and choose to enjoy every day. The passage concludes with a prayer for strength and the ability to shake off difficulties and step up.
PrimeTime Overtime (s1e1) – Solid Thoughts
Welcome the the new series, PrimeTime Overtime. This is an audio series featuring some thoughts from Ken Smith. This provides some additional thoughts to the 3 sessions he taught at The Church @ 434 on October 15, 2023.
The episode discusses the comforting message of Psalm 46 from the New Living Translation, emphasizing God’s constant strength in times of turmoil. It reflects on the chaos and rapid changes in the world, encouraging a reliance on the unchanging presence of God for hope and peace.
CORE Stuff 2023 (s4e22) – Ghost Adventures (Session Three)
In this session, Jeff is discussing the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is received at the moment of salvation and that it is not reserved for certain “spiritual elite.” He also addresses the misconception that speaking in tongues is a necessary sign of the baptism of the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses Acts 19:1-7 to explain that the disciples in Ephesus had not received the Holy Spirit because they had not yet believed in Jesus. The focus is on clarifying these theological points and the role of personal experience in one’s faith journey. We touch on how some people in the past didn’t fully understand Christian teachings, emphasizing the need to let Scripture interpret Scripture. Jeff also delves into the role of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life, highlighting moments when the Spirit’s power is evident. He briefly discuss the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, framing it as a spiritual battle between good and evil. Finally, they mention a historical account related to the founding of the United States, suggesting a spiritual purpose behind the nation’s existence.
A Walk Through the Carpenter’s Shop (s6e9) – Sharing the Good News in Suffering
In this episode, a group of Christians in Oaxaca, Mexico, planned an open baptism celebration, fearing opposition from the community. However, no resistance occurred, and many people converted to Christianity. The episode emphasizes the need to share one’s faith and not be afraid to let others see God at work. It also discusses the reality of suffering and the role it plays in our spiritual journey. The message is to have hope and share the good news even in the midst of suffering, echoing the message of “fear not” and finding strength in Christ.