Compassion Church

Compassion Church

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Urgent sermons for ordinary, broken, hopeful people.

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Compassion Church is a sermon feed built around fast, affectionate, plainly spoken messages about Jesus, repentance, hope, and mission. The preaching often begins with church life or a simple story, then presses toward Scripture, decision, and response.

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About Compassion Church

Compassion Church presents Christian sermons that sound anchored in the room: quick, emotional, affectionate, and aimed at decision. The messages are not detached Bible lectures. They move like live preaching, with announcements, prayer, laughter, Scripture reading, repeated phrases, and sudden turns toward the heart. Jesus is the center of the feed, especially as risen King, savior, and the one who calls people by name. Recent sermons draw from Hebrews, Easter accounts, baptism teaching, and practical exhortations about marriage, sexual morality, repentance, endurance, and rest. The preaching often starts with something ordinary. A steak dinner, an Easter service schedule, a church trip, or a neighborhood invitation effort becomes the road into doctrine. Once the text opens, the pace accelerates. Questions are repeated until the point lands. A story from Mary at the tomb becomes a way to speak about grief, shattered hope, and the nearness of Jesus. Hebrews becomes a call to run the race, stop striving, honor marriage, and see Jesus as better. Baptism is treated not only as a personal step but as part of a larger commission to make disciples. The sermons also keep local ministry in view. Western North Carolina rebuilding work, jail ministry, the Hope Center, and House of Hope homeless shelter service are presented as expressions of a changed heart rather than church activity for its own sake. The tone is warm, but it does not avoid confrontation. Listeners will hear direct teaching on sin, confession, obedience, and traditional Christian convictions about marriage and sexuality. The language stays accessible, with plain explanations following Scripture and enough humor to keep the sermon from feeling formal. There is a clear pastoral posture underneath the intensity. Broken people are not treated as case studies; they are the assumed audience. Compassion Church suits listeners looking for Christian sermon audio that feels immediate, local, and spiritually urgent. It is especially strong when a message turns from a familiar human moment into a pointed invitation to trust, repent, serve, or hope again.

Made for: Best for listeners who want energetic Christian preaching rooted in Scripture, church life, and direct calls to faith and obedience. It especially fits people who prefer live-sermon momentum over studio-polished religious commentary.

What sets it apart: The feed pairs rapid, conversational sermon cadence with concrete local ministry scenes, making doctrine feel tied to actual service, grief, repentance, and next steps. Its strongest moments come when everyday stories become urgent spiritual pressure points.

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Welcome to the Compassion Church Podcast, where we bring you our weekly sermons filled with love, grace, and forgiveness. At Compassion, we're all about Jesus. It doesn't matter where you come from, what you've been through, or what questions you have about God and faith. Our church is a place where imperfect people with diverse stories gather to experience the transformative power of Jesus' love.In this podcast, you'll find sermons that speak to the heart, providing encouragement and inspiration for your spiritual journey. We believe in a community that doesn't focus on shame, guilt, or condemnation but instead embraces...

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Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Compassion Church turns biblical teaching into direct, practical calls for repentance, prayer, baptism, trust, and renewed commitment.

Compassion Church carries the feel of a local pulpit directly into its audio feed. Jeff Lynch preaches with an informal, emphatic delivery, moving between biblical passages, personal application, humor, and direct appeals to the congregation.

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A basketball timeout becomes your spiritual gut check, with Garth Brooks somehow in the huddle.

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  • to hear Mary's grief treated as more than a tidy Easter illustration
  • a push toward prayer and fasting when your holiday habits are still running the house
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The Mark of the BelieverApr 13, 2026

A plainspoken call to baptism, discipleship, and everyday witness.

The piece begins like a family check-in and then widens into a direct outward call: gratitude for the church, thanks for the western North Carolina team, and the launch of a new series. That mix gives it a lived-in quality and keeps it from sounding staged.

Called By Name | Easter 2026 | Jeff LynchApr 8, 2026

A direct resurrection-centered message that treats hope as immediate and personal.

Compassion Church presents Jesus as King and connects that truth to grief, redemption, and resurrection hope. It moves from the temple-cleansing Jesus to the shepherd who leaves the 99 for the one, then settles on Mary outside the tomb, where the idea that hope is closer than…

Instructions For Your JourneyApr 1, 2026

An Easter message that calls for sexual faithfulness and closes on confession, grace, and trust in God.

This Easter message stays centered on the risen Jesus while turning that hope into a direct call for marriage and sexual faithfulness. It moves from a welcoming church opening into clear moral instruction, holding up the husband-and-wife covenant and warning against adultery,…

When God Says Yes | Jeff Lynch | 1.18.25Jan 20, 2026

A direct call to pray bolder, depend on God's presence, and trust Him with what matters most.

The message leans into a straightforward call for bolder prayer, moving from God's holiness and the access made possible through Jesus to a clear challenge against settling for comfortable, self-directed outcomes.

Calling a Time Out | Jeff LynchJan 13, 2026

A reset sermon that uses a timeout metaphor, fresh-start urgency, and a direct call back to God.

The sermon opens the year with a reset frame, using a basketball timeout as a clear way to talk about refocusing, starting again, and turning back to God.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    This Is Home | Jeff Lynch

    Jeff Lynch grounds Compassion Church’s “This Is Home” homecoming sermon in Deuteronomy 8:2 and the Exodus wilderness.

    Oct 29, 2026·40m·2 clips
  2. 2

    Mark 5-6 | Chandler Jones

    Chandler Jones preaches from Mark 5–6, contrasting Jesus’ mighty works with Nazareth’s unbelief.

    Oct 21, 2026·42m·2 clips
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    Hidden Not Forgotten | Jeff Lynch

    Compassion Church’s “Hidden Not Forgotten” sermon uses Obadiah’s hidden service in 1 Kings 18 to argue that unseen faithfulness matters.

    Oct 14, 2026·35m·2 clips
  4. 4

    Come Out of Hiding | Jeff Lynch

    Jeff Lynch's Compassion Church sermon, "Come Out of Hiding," compares spiritual isolation with staying hidden after a childhood game of hide-and-seek.

    Oct 7, 2026·33m·2 clips
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    Jesus the Rescuer | Jeff Lynch

    Jeff Lynch’s Compassion Church sermon, “Jesus the Rescuer,” builds its message around the tomb-dwelling man in Mark 5 and the claim that Jesus “rescues” and “restores.” An allergy-shot reaction in Lynch’s childhood—itching, throat swelling, and his nurse mother’s EpiPen—provides his opening rescue analogy.

    Oct 1, 2026·40m·2 clips
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    Come and See | Jeff Lynch

    Sep 21, 2026·37m
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    Not Too Far | Jeff Lynch

    Sep 14, 2026·33m
  8. 8

    Follow Me | Jeff Lynch

    Sep 7, 2026·35m
  9. 9

    Hope Has a Home | Jeff Lynch

    Aug 31, 2026·25m
  10. 10

    This Is My Church | Jeff Lynch

    Aug 24, 2026·39m
  11. 11

    Made For a Mission | Jeff Lynch

    Aug 24, 2026·36m
  12. 12

    Connect My Life With God

    Aug 12, 2026·40m
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    Jesus is Enough | Jeff Lynch

    Aug 5, 2026·34m
  14. 14

    Stand Firm | Jeff Lynch

    Aug 5, 2026·37m
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    Press On | Jeff Lynch

    Jul 21, 2026·36m
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    The Journey of Every Disciple | Justin Caba

    Jul 17, 2026·26m
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    Identifying What Matters | Jeff Lynch

    Jul 14, 2026·39m
  18. 18

    The Jesus Way | Jeff Lynch

    Jun 29, 2026·40m
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    Kingdom People | Jeff Lynch

    Jun 29, 2026·38m
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    For Me to Live is Christ | Jeff Lynch

    Jun 15, 2026·38m
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    Taking the Turn | Jeff Lynch

    Jun 10, 2026·31m
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    Joy is Possible | Jeff Lynch

    Jun 10, 2026·39m
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    Don't Go Back | Jeff Lynch

    May 27, 2026·33m
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    Time For a Turnaround | Jeff Lynch

    May 19, 2026·32m
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    Moving Ahead | Jeff Lynch

    May 19, 2026·27m
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    Saved to Serve | Jeff Lynch | 4.26.26

    Apr 28, 2026·32m
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    The Way: Digging Into Discipleship | Compassion Church Danville

    Apr 28, 2026·47m
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    The Mark of the Believer

    The sermon opens with gratitude.

    Apr 13, 2026·40m·2 clips
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    Called By Name | Easter 2026 | Jeff Lynch

    Hidden gem

    The message opens by pulling the focus back to King Jesus.

    Apr 8, 2026·25m·1 clip
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    Instructions For Your Journey

    Hidden gem

    Compassion Church centers this message on Easter and the risen Jesus, then quickly moves into a direct teaching on sexual morality and marriage.

    Apr 1, 2026·41m·3 clips
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    Run Your Race | Jeff Lynch

    This episode is a sermon from the book of Hebrews chapter 12, focusing on the theme 'Run Your Race' and exploring four key insights from the scripture.

    Mar 24, 2026·39m
  32. 32

    Finding Faith | Jeff Lynch

    A pastor discusses Easter service schedules and church outreach activities, emphasizing that faith in Jesus transforms hearts and motivates sharing with others.

    Mar 17, 2026·38m
  33. 33

    Jesus Is Better

    A sermon series preparing for Easter, emphasizing the importance of inviting others and reflecting on Jesus' sacrifice.

    Mar 11, 2026·39m
  34. 34

    Bring Me a Ribeye

    A pastor delivers a sermon on faith and scripture, using a humorous analogy about ordering steak to engage the congregation.

    Mar 4, 2026·31m
  35. 35

    You Really Can Rest | Hebrews 4 | Stop Striving and Find Rest in Jesus

    A weekly sermon from Compassion Church encouraging faith and community outreach.

    Feb 23, 2026·37m
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    Refocus Your Sight: Don’t Drift Away from Jesus | Hebrews 2–3 | Compassion Church Danville

    A pastor opens with prayer and praise, then announces a sponsorship for addiction recovery before beginning the sermon.

    Feb 20, 2026·41m
  37. 37

    No Turning Back | Jeff Lynch | 2.8.26

    A sermon series on living generously and studying the book of Hebrews, encouraging faith beyond Sunday services.

    Feb 9, 2026·42m
  38. 38

    When God Says Yes | Jeff Lynch | 1.18.25

    The message opens with prayer.

    Jan 20, 2026·36m·2 clips
  39. 39

    Calling a Time Out | Jeff Lynch

    Hidden gem

    The speaker frames the second week of the new year as a needed timeout.

    Jan 13, 2026·39m·2 clips
  40. 40

    But First, Let's Pray | Jeff lynch | 1.4.26

    Jan 6, 2026·41m
  41. 41

    Getting Ready for 2026

    Dec 30, 2025·32m
  42. 42

    Where Do I See "Me" in Christmas

    Dec 22, 2025·22m
  43. 43

    Why Christmas Matters in 2025 | Jeff Lynch

    Dec 17, 2025·32m
  44. 44

    The Altar of Expectation | Jeff Lynch

    Dec 8, 2025·38m
  45. 45

    The Altar of Obedience | Jeff Lynch

    Dec 8, 2025·40m
  46. 46

    The Altar of Order | Jeff Lynch

    Nov 25, 2025·39m
  47. 47

    Built to Last | Jeff Lynch

    Nov 19, 2025·40m
  48. 48

    An Altared Lifestyle | Jeff Lynch

    Nov 19, 2025·33m
  49. 49

    Get Ready For Revival

    Nov 5, 2025·29m
  50. 50

    What You Need to Know | Jeff Lynch 10.26.25

    Oct 27, 2025·43m
  51. 51

    From Shaken to Awakened | Joel Pt. 2

    Oct 21, 2025·35m
  52. 52

    When the Bottom Falls Out

    A pastor thanks the congregation for their support during his mother's illness and introduces a new sermon series.

    Oct 13, 2025·42m
  53. 53

    Romans 15–16

    A speaker shares a personal testimony and begins a sermon closing out the book of Romans, emphasizing God's love and purpose.

    Oct 13, 2025·48m
  54. 54

    Living the Life of Sacrifice | Jeff Lynch

    Sep 22, 2025·36m
  55. 55

    IT’S NOT ABOUT ME - IT’S ALL ABOUT GOD’S MERCY | Jeff Lynch

    A pastor announces upcoming revival nights and calls men to step up in their families and church, emphasizing a vision of spiritual transformation.

    Sep 16, 2025·46m
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    Jesus Can | Romans | Jeff Lynch

    A weekly sermon from Compassion Church focusing on community, service, and faith in Jesus.

    Sep 9, 2025·31m
  57. 57

    Stumbling Over Jesus | Jeff Lynch

    Sep 3, 2025·41m
  58. 58

    Encounter Sunday | Romans 8: Hope, Trust, and Victory | Jeff Lynch | 8.24.225

    A church service focused on personal encounters with Jesus during Encounter Sunday, encouraging interactive response.

    Aug 26, 2025·32m
  59. 59

    No Condemnation: Finding Freedom in Romans 8 | Jeff Lynch | 8.17.25

    A weekly sermon from Compassion Church exploring Romans chapter 8, emphasizing faith, prayer, and the transformative power of Jesus' love.

    Aug 18, 2025·39m
  60. 60

    My Internal Struggle | Jeff Lynch

    A weekly sermon from Compassion Church, starting with prayer and an introduction to a series on the book of Romans.

    Aug 12, 2025·42m
  61. 61

    Can I Just Keep on Sinning? | Romans 6 | Jeff Lynch

    A sermon from Compassion Church on Romans chapter 6, emphasizing prayer and applying scripture to daily life.

    Aug 4, 2025·30m
  62. 62

    When We Pray - Jeff Lynch - 8.3.25

    A pastor shares a personal story about his grandchildren's prayers to inspire the congregation for a 21-day prayer journey.

    Aug 4, 2025·37m
  63. 63

    Romans Week 8 | Wes Chilton

    Jul 23, 2025·42m
  64. 64

    Give Me Credit

    A pastor delivers a sermon on Romans 4, discussing the concept of receiving credit through faith, using relatable analogies about work and relationships.

    Jul 14, 2025·33m
  65. 65

    Make Me Perfect

    A sermon series on the book of Romans, exploring the theme of perfection and love.

    Jul 14, 2025·39m
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    Romans Week 5

    Jul 2, 2025·53m
  67. 67

    When God Will Let You Go

    A pastor delivers a sermon on Romans chapter one, sharing personal anecdotes and church announcements.

    Jun 23, 2025·44m
  68. 68

    What's In the Gospel

    A weekly sermon from Compassion Church reading and reflecting on Romans chapter 1.

    Jun 17, 2025·45m
  69. 69

    PURPOSE IN THE PROCESS

    Jun 10, 2025·24m
  70. 70

    Get Ready For Romans

    A sermon series on the book of Romans, beginning with a reading and prayer.

    Jun 3, 2025·46m
  71. 71

    Memorial Day 2025

    A church message on Memorial Day weekend emphasizes God's unconditional love and the sanctuary as a safe place, connecting it to the sacrifices of soldiers for freedom.

    May 27, 2025·46m
  72. 72

    Peace Be Still

    May 19, 2025·46m
  73. 73

    Mother's Day 2025

    May 13, 2025·40m
  74. 74

    All In Your Head Week 2

    This episode explores Psalm 142, discussing its progression from desperation and despair to finding refuge in God, with a focus on spiritual healing and prayer.

    May 5, 2025·38m
  75. 75

    All In Your Head 1

    This episode is a sermon emphasizing the importance of surrendering to God and relying on faith rather than trying to navigate life's difficulties alone.

    Apr 27, 2025·32m
  76. 76

    Easter at Compassion 2025

    This episode explores the perspective of a Roman centurion present at Jesus's crucifixion, reflecting on his role and potential indifference to the event.

    Apr 23, 2025·26m
  77. 77

    Serving Like Jesus

    This episode explores the biblical passage from Mark 10:35-45, where Jesus teaches his disciples about true greatness through servanthood and humility.

    Apr 15, 2025·41m
  78. 78

    Forgiving Like Jesus

    Apr 7, 2025·35m
  79. 79

    Obedient Like Jesus

    Mar 26, 2025·41m
  80. 80

    Compassionate Like Jesus

    Mar 18, 2025·36m
  81. 81

    Humble Like Jesus

    Mar 11, 2025·42m
  82. 82

    Love Like Jesus

    Mar 4, 2025·47m
  83. 83

    Turning Things Around

    Feb 25, 2025·38m
  84. 84

    JUST CRAZY ENOUGH TO BELIEVE

    Feb 18, 2025·44m
  85. 85

    WHAT STAGE ARE WE IN?

    Feb 10, 2025·40m
  86. 86

    We Greater Than I

    Feb 3, 2025·41m
  87. 87

    A Culture of Compassion

    Jan 29, 2025·13m
  88. 88

    One Day or Day One

    Jan 20, 2025·33m
  89. 89

    Spirit Led Living

    Jan 16, 2025·37m
  90. 90

    Surrender

    Jan 8, 2025·41m
  91. 91

    A Mission Worth Pursuing

    Dec 31, 2024·44m
  92. 92

    The Strangest Gift

    Dec 28, 2024·36m
  93. 93

    Why I Dread Christmas

    Dec 9, 2024·38m
  94. 94

    Get Through the Hard Days

    Dec 4, 2024·44m
  95. 95

    Be Generous With the Seeds

    Nov 25, 2024·42m
  96. 96

    It's Not Rocket Science

    Nov 19, 2024·43m
  97. 97

    Good Stewards Wanted

    Nov 13, 2024·36m
  98. 98

    A Biblical Basis For Tithing

    Nov 7, 2024·33m
  99. 99

    Come On Home

    Oct 30, 2024·35m
  100. 100

    United We Stand

    Oct 22, 2024·52m
  101. 101

    A Church For These Times

    Oct 13, 2024·38m
  102. 102

    When We Are YOUNITED

    Oct 10, 2024·36m
  103. 103

    Effective and Productive

    Sep 24, 2024·38m
  104. 104

    Dynamic Disciples

    Sep 18, 2024·35m
  105. 105

    Time to Get Things Straight

    Sep 10, 2024·33m
  106. 106

    Living On a Mission

    Sep 5, 2024·36m
  107. 107

    Putting God First

    Aug 26, 2024·36m
  108. 108

    Get a Marriage and Keep a Spouse

    Aug 20, 2024·28m
  109. 109

    Money Makes a Terrible God

    Aug 13, 2024·29m
  110. 110

    Too Much Yes = Too Much Stress

    Aug 6, 2024·39m
  111. 111

    Become a Wise Person - Best Sermon Ever

    Jul 30, 2024·38m
  112. 112

    Lay Down the Train Tracks

    Jul 21, 2024·37m
  113. 113

    When the Lights Go Out - Best Sermon Ever Week 2

    Jul 16, 2024·44m
  114. 114

    The Blessed Disciple

    Jul 16, 2024·37m
  115. 115

    Let Me Ask You a Question

    Jun 30, 2024·33m
  116. 116

    Letting Go Is Hard - One and Done Week 4

    Jun 24, 2024·29m
  117. 117

    Who Me?

    Jun 20, 2024·40m
  118. 118

    Discipline = Freedom

    Jun 9, 2024·38m
  119. 119

    I Am A Believer - One & Done Week 1

    Jun 2, 2024·32m
  120. 120

    Stay In the Fight

    May 30, 2024·30m
  121. 121

    Just Getting Started - May We Honor Week 3

    May 20, 2024·33m
  122. 122

    An Ounce of Mother - May We Honor Week 2

    May 15, 2024·27m
  123. 123

    When Faith Becomes Personal

    May 9, 2024·56m
  124. 124

    He Had to Go There - Elephant in the Church

    May 3, 2024·36m
  125. 125

    How Can I Hear From God?

    Apr 24, 2024·39m
  126. 126

    What Do I Do Now - Elephant in the Church Week 2

    Apr 17, 2024·40m
  127. 127

    When It All Goes Boom - Elephant in the Church Week 1

    Apr 10, 2024·34m
  128. 128

    Easter at Compassion

    Apr 8, 2024·30m
  129. 129

    Remembering Jesus - Influencers Week 4

    Mar 26, 2024·29m
  130. 130

    Encouragers - Influencers Week 3

    Mar 21, 2024·40m
  131. 131

    Influential Encounters - Influencers Week 2

    Mar 10, 2024·28m
  132. 132

    We Are Influencers - Influencers Week 1

    Mar 10, 2024·37m
  133. 133

    God Says "I Got You" Unoffendable Week 4

    Feb 28, 2024·30m
  134. 134

    Let Go and Let Live - Unoffendable Week 3

    Feb 19, 2024·25m
  135. 135

    Offended But Not Up-Ended

    Feb 15, 2024·27m
  136. 136

    Stay Out of the Trap - Unoffendable Week 1

    Feb 7, 2024·27m
  137. 137

    One, Two, Free - Freedom Week 3

    Jan 30, 2024·40m
  138. 138

    Free Time - Freedom Week 3

    Jan 25, 2024·40m
  139. 139

    Finding Order - Freedom Week 2

    Jan 14, 2024·38m
  140. 140

    Time For Inventory

    Jan 3, 2024·41m
  141. 141

    Wait - Christmas Eve 2023

    Dec 31, 2023·30m
  142. 142

    Christmas at Compassion 2023

    Dec 21, 2023·32m
  143. 143

    Talk to Me

    Dec 13, 2023·27m
  144. 144

    Because of the baby

    Dec 10, 2023·35m
  145. 145

    Talk About Tithing - Beyond Blessed Week 2

    Nov 29, 2023·28m
  146. 146

    It's Time To Turn Around - Beyond Blessed Week 3

    Nov 29, 2023·23m
  147. 147

    A House of Hope

    Nov 12, 2023·18m
  148. 148

    Gotta Be a Bringer - Running Yellow Lights Week 5

    Oct 31, 2023·38m
  149. 149

    It Takes Work - Running Yellow Lights Week 4

    Oct 24, 2023·32m
  150. 150

    Flirting With Disaster - Running Yellow Lights Week 3

    Oct 17, 2023·48m
  151. 151

    Realignment - Running Yellow Lights Week 2

    Oct 10, 2023·36m
  152. 152

    Only A Fool - Running Yellow Lights Week 1

    Oct 1, 2023·31m
  153. 153

    Say Yes to a New Day - Say Yes Week 4

    Oct 1, 2023·35m
  154. 154

    The God of Again - Say Yes Week 3

    Sep 19, 2023·28m
  155. 155

    Are You? | Say Yes Week 2

    Sep 11, 2023·21m
  156. 156

    Say Yes to Your Purpose | Say Yes Week 1

    Sep 5, 2023·34m
  157. 157

    Encounter the Storm | Encounters Week 3

    Aug 21, 2023·34m
  158. 158

    Strength in the Cave | Encounters Week 2

    Aug 16, 2023·40m
  159. 159

    Encountering Change - Encounters Week 1

    Aug 8, 2023·33m
  160. 160

    Embracing Revival - Snake Handlers Week 5

    Jul 30, 2023·33m
  161. 161

    Get Ready, Do Battle | Snake Handlers Week 4

    Jul 25, 2023·39m
  162. 162

    Revival, Unity, and Sacrifice | Snake Handlers Week 3

    Jul 18, 2023·44m