Fountain City Church http://www.fountaincity.church/ Fountain City Church davidwilliams@fountaincity.church Fountain City Church Check out messages from the weekly Worship Services at Fountain City Church in Knoxville, TN. Check out messages from the weekly Worship Services at Fountain City Church in Knoxville, TN. en © 2026 Fountain City Church no Elohim The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>WE'RE BACK! Nick and Avery jump back in after a short break to recap a week of Avery leading worship, Nick’s vacation, and pouring into the younger generations. Tune in for a sneak peek at the new song, Elohim! </p> <p>WE'RE BACK! Nick and Avery jump back in after a short break to recap a week of Avery leading worship, Nick’s vacation, and pouring into the younger generations. Tune in for a sneak peek at the new song, Elohim! </p> WE'RE BACK! Nick and Avery jump back in after a short break to recap a week of Avery leading worship, Nick’s vacation, and pouring into the younger generations. Tune in for a sneak peek at the new song, Elohim! 

]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2072 1 870e3edd1c381171df05bb5c5a5e2c38 no DUSTY FEET + WALKING WITH JESUS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about what or who is having an influence in your life and being covered in the dust of your Rabbi.</p> <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about what or who is having an influence in your life and being covered in the dust of your Rabbi.</p> In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about what or who is having an influence in your life and being covered in the dust of your Rabbi.

]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2511 2 7f8c9390220fc762ad62bb15eb8d1024 no David's Story // Unfinished: Wk 02 TJ Earl <p>David's fall into sin with Bathsheba reminds us that no one stands immune to temptation's pull. Through 2 Samuel 11, Pastor TJ shows us how a faithful shepherd boy who slayed giants and honored God could spiral into adultery, deception, and murder. The progression is sobering: David was where he shouldn't be, saw what he shouldn't pursue, and made choice after choice to go deeper rather than turn around. Yet the most hopeful truth emerges from Psalm 51, written in David's brokenness. When confronted by the prophet Nathan, David didn't make excuses or minimize his actions. Instead, he cried out for God to create in him a clean heart and restore the joy of salvation. The Hebrew word 'avar' captures God's response—He actively passes over our sin, not ignoring it, but covering it through Christ's finished work on the cross. We learn that while sin carries earthly consequences, it cannot deliver the knockout punch to our relationship with God. His arm is never too short to reach us, no matter how deep we've fallen. The message is clear: stop hiding in the closet of shame and step into the arms of a Father who loves to restore His children.</p> <p>David's fall into sin with Bathsheba reminds us that no one stands immune to temptation's pull. Through 2 Samuel 11, Pastor TJ shows us how a faithful shepherd boy who slayed giants and honored God could spiral into adultery, deception, and murder. The progression is sobering: David was where he shouldn't be, saw what he shouldn't pursue, and made choice after choice to go deeper rather than turn around. Yet the most hopeful truth emerges from Psalm 51, written in David's brokenness. When confronted by the prophet Nathan, David didn't make excuses or minimize his actions. Instead, he cried out for God to create in him a clean heart and restore the joy of salvation. The Hebrew word 'avar' captures God's response—He actively passes over our sin, not ignoring it, but covering it through Christ's finished work on the cross. We learn that while sin carries earthly consequences, it cannot deliver the knockout punch to our relationship with God. His arm is never too short to reach us, no matter how deep we've fallen. The message is clear: stop hiding in the closet of shame and step into the arms of a Father who loves to restore His children.</p> David's fall into sin with Bathsheba reminds us that no one stands immune to temptation's pull. Through 2 Samuel 11, Pastor TJ shows us how a faithful shepherd boy who slayed giants and honored God could spiral into adultery, deception, and murder. The progression is sobering: David was where he shouldn't be, saw what he shouldn't pursue, and made choice after choice to go deeper rather than turn around. Yet the most hopeful truth emerges from Psalm 51, written in David's brokenness. When confronted by the prophet Nathan, David didn't make excuses or minimize his actions. Instead, he cried out for God to create in him a clean heart and restore the joy of salvation. The Hebrew word 'avar' captures God's response—He actively passes over our sin, not ignoring it, but covering it through Christ's finished work on the cross. We learn that while sin carries earthly consequences, it cannot deliver the knockout punch to our relationship with God. His arm is never too short to reach us, no matter how deep we've fallen. The message is clear: stop hiding in the closet of shame and step into the arms of a Father who loves to restore His children.

]]> Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2532 3 31a53c359dd04fa26481b0d68ae6c627 no DONNY GOT A TATTOO + COST OF FOLLOWING Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's Memorial Day weekend and week one of our new series "Unfinished".</p> <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's Memorial Day weekend and week one of our new series "Unfinished".</p> In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's Memorial Day weekend and week one of our new series "Unfinished".

]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2486 4 4c80178f3a0060ce3a5ff5eff59c386a no Elijah's Story // Unfinished: Wk 01 Donny Wadley <p>God is not finished with you. Fear may distort what you see, but it doesn't get the final word. When you're exhausted and overwhelmed, God restores your soul before redirecting your steps. You're not alone—He's still working, still holding you. Take the next step.</p> <p>God is not finished with you. Fear may distort what you see, but it doesn't get the final word. When you're exhausted and overwhelmed, God restores your soul before redirecting your steps. You're not alone—He's still working, still holding you. Take the next step.</p> God is not finished with you. Fear may distort what you see, but it doesn't get the final word. When you're exhausted and overwhelmed, God restores your soul before redirecting your steps. You're not alone—He's still working, still holding you. Take the next step.

]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2554 5 f5899facdcd4a7a8aba13484fdeaabf5 no THE OLIVE GARDEN INCIDENT + GIVING AWAY AUTHORITY Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about conflict resolution with restaurant choices and week 3 of "Before It Broke".</p> <p>In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about conflict resolution with restaurant choices and week 3 of "Before It Broke".</p> In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about conflict resolution with restaurant choices and week 3 of "Before It Broke".

]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2059 6 bd432761d8c2f203617844b6f4baf84b no The Naked Truth // Before It Broke: Wk 03 Donny Wadley <p>God's design for marriage isn't restrictive—it's protective. Just as boundaries keep us safe, His plan for covenant love guards our hearts. Marriage isn't man's invention; it's God's gift. When we trust His design over culture's lies, we find freedom, not restriction.</p> <p>God's design for marriage isn't restrictive—it's protective. Just as boundaries keep us safe, His plan for covenant love guards our hearts. Marriage isn't man's invention; it's God's gift. When we trust His design over culture's lies, we find freedom, not restriction.</p> God's design for marriage isn't restrictive—it's protective. Just as boundaries keep us safe, His plan for covenant love guards our hearts. Marriage isn't man's invention; it's God's gift. When we trust His design over culture's lies, we find freedom, not restriction.

]]> Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2758 7 ccfdff4bab9a4079e87fc04f4ed23ebd no I Know A Name The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the new song, talk about being renewed through worship, and breakdown this week’s setlist!</p> <p>In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the new song, talk about being renewed through worship, and breakdown this week’s setlist!</p> In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the new song, talk about being renewed through worship, and breakdown this week’s setlist!

]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2168 8 82ede91ac83b1d91f47bb4f5e05f53cd no PRIME RIB + MARRIAGE + WORKER BEES Monday Morning Faith Donny Wadley, TJ Earl <p>In this episode, TJ and Donny talk about what they did on Mother's Day and week 2 of Before It Broke (Genesis 2). </p> <p>In this episode, TJ and Donny talk about what they did on Mother's Day and week 2 of Before It Broke (Genesis 2). </p> In this episode, TJ and Donny talk about what they did on Mother's Day and week 2 of Before It Broke (Genesis 2).

]]> Mon, 11 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2941 9 0e1568319fca6848da28970def69504f no At Last // Before It Broke: Wk 02 Donny Wadley <p>Pastor Donny shows us how Genesis 2 invites us into the profound truth that womanhood is not an accident, afterthought, or lesser version of humanity, but God's intentional, dignified, and beautiful design. When God forms the woman from Adam's side, He's not scrambling to fix a problem. He's carefully crafting a gift with purpose, wisdom, and love. This passage challenges us to recover what we might call holy wonder, the kind of wonder Adam expressed when he first saw Eve and declared 'this at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.' In a world that either erases the distinctions between men and women or exaggerates them to diminish value, Genesis 2 shows us a better way: equal worth, shared humanity, and different roles working together in beautiful harmony. The woman begins with God, not with man's need or approval. Her identity, value, and purpose flow from her Creator. This matters deeply for how we honor women in our churches, marriages, and daily interactions. Sin has twisted God's good design into blame, control, and criticism, but Jesus came to restore what was broken. He gave Himself for His bride, modeling the sacrificial love that should mark every relationship. Whether married or single, male or female, we're called to see one another through the lens of God's perfect design, treating each person as the precious gift they truly are.</p> <p>Pastor Donny shows us how Genesis 2 invites us into the profound truth that womanhood is not an accident, afterthought, or lesser version of humanity, but God's intentional, dignified, and beautiful design. When God forms the woman from Adam's side, He's not scrambling to fix a problem. He's carefully crafting a gift with purpose, wisdom, and love. This passage challenges us to recover what we might call holy wonder, the kind of wonder Adam expressed when he first saw Eve and declared 'this at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.' In a world that either erases the distinctions between men and women or exaggerates them to diminish value, Genesis 2 shows us a better way: equal worth, shared humanity, and different roles working together in beautiful harmony. The woman begins with God, not with man's need or approval. Her identity, value, and purpose flow from her Creator. This matters deeply for how we honor women in our churches, marriages, and daily interactions. Sin has twisted God's good design into blame, control, and criticism, but Jesus came to restore what was broken. He gave Himself for His bride, modeling the sacrificial love that should mark every relationship. Whether married or single, male or female, we're called to see one another through the lens of God's perfect design, treating each person as the precious gift they truly are.</p> Pastor Donny shows us how Genesis 2 invites us into the profound truth that womanhood is not an accident, afterthought, or lesser version of humanity, but God's intentional, dignified, and beautiful design. When God forms the woman from Adam's side, He's not scrambling to fix a problem. He's carefully crafting a gift with purpose, wisdom, and love. This passage challenges us to recover what we might call holy wonder, the kind of wonder Adam expressed when he first saw Eve and declared 'this at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.' In a world that either erases the distinctions between men and women or exaggerates them to diminish value, Genesis 2 shows us a better way: equal worth, shared humanity, and different roles working together in beautiful harmony. The woman begins with God, not with man's need or approval. Her identity, value, and purpose flow from her Creator. This matters deeply for how we honor women in our churches, marriages, and daily interactions. Sin has twisted God's good design into blame, control, and criticism, but Jesus came to restore what was broken. He gave Himself for His bride, modeling the sacrificial love that should mark every relationship. Whether married or single, male or female, we're called to see one another through the lens of God's perfect design, treating each person as the precious gift they truly are.

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2344 10 1884448348e7d0c23436af255c49e3e6 no Same God The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>In this episode, Nick and Avery talk about the weekend, overcoming obstacles in worship and, a new song. And a special bonus, Avery keeps Nick up to date on worship celebrity drama. </p> <p>In this episode, Nick and Avery talk about the weekend, overcoming obstacles in worship and, a new song. And a special bonus, Avery keeps Nick up to date on worship celebrity drama. </p> In this episode, Nick and Avery talk about the weekend, overcoming obstacles in worship and, a new song. And a special bonus, Avery keeps Nick up to date on worship celebrity drama. 

]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1951 11 8f495433a4fc52a8322a7a53f9bc5629 no LEFT ON REED + DONNY'S HOUSE + GRACE FOR THE GAP Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about following Jesus' example through trials in our lives and the first week of our new sermon series "Before It Broke".</p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about following Jesus' example through trials in our lives and the first week of our new sermon series "Before It Broke".</p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about following Jesus' example through trials in our lives and the first week of our new sermon series "Before It Broke".

]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2093 12 75103da1196560bf49ef4e54b9445ef4 no Not Good // Before It Broke: Wk 01 Donny Wadley <p>This exploration of Genesis 2:18-20 takes us back to a profound moment in creation when God declares something 'not good' for the very first time. Before sin entered the world, before any brokenness touched humanity, God looked at Adam in paradise and said it was not good for him to be alone. This isn't a statement about Adam's spiritual deficiency or lack of relationship with God. Rather, it reveals something fundamental about how we were designed: we were created for relationship, not isolation. What's remarkable is that God saw Adam's need before Adam himself recognized it. As Adam named the animals, he began to see what God already knew - there was no one who corresponded to him, no helper fit for him. This passage challenges our modern tendency to equate independence with strength and needing others with weakness. Before the fall, before sin twisted everything, God embedded into the fabric of creation this truth: human beings need community, companionship, and connection. Whether we're married or single, young or old, the call remains the same - we were never meant to carry life alone. The invitation here is to stop pretending we're fine in our isolation and to bring our deepest needs to the God who sees us completely and provides perfectly.</p> <p>This exploration of Genesis 2:18-20 takes us back to a profound moment in creation when God declares something 'not good' for the very first time. Before sin entered the world, before any brokenness touched humanity, God looked at Adam in paradise and said it was not good for him to be alone. This isn't a statement about Adam's spiritual deficiency or lack of relationship with God. Rather, it reveals something fundamental about how we were designed: we were created for relationship, not isolation. What's remarkable is that God saw Adam's need before Adam himself recognized it. As Adam named the animals, he began to see what God already knew - there was no one who corresponded to him, no helper fit for him. This passage challenges our modern tendency to equate independence with strength and needing others with weakness. Before the fall, before sin twisted everything, God embedded into the fabric of creation this truth: human beings need community, companionship, and connection. Whether we're married or single, young or old, the call remains the same - we were never meant to carry life alone. The invitation here is to stop pretending we're fine in our isolation and to bring our deepest needs to the God who sees us completely and provides perfectly.</p> This exploration of Genesis 2:18-20 takes us back to a profound moment in creation when God declares something 'not good' for the very first time. Before sin entered the world, before any brokenness touched humanity, God looked at Adam in paradise and said it was not good for him to be alone. This isn't a statement about Adam's spiritual deficiency or lack of relationship with God. Rather, it reveals something fundamental about how we were designed: we were created for relationship, not isolation. What's remarkable is that God saw Adam's need before Adam himself recognized it. As Adam named the animals, he began to see what God already knew - there was no one who corresponded to him, no helper fit for him. This passage challenges our modern tendency to equate independence with strength and needing others with weakness. Before the fall, before sin twisted everything, God embedded into the fabric of creation this truth: human beings need community, companionship, and connection. Whether we're married or single, young or old, the call remains the same - we were never meant to carry life alone. The invitation here is to stop pretending we're fine in our isolation and to bring our deepest needs to the God who sees us completely and provides perfectly.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2213 13 bc3bf7ca6f03840d8a21ec5210ad4ba2 no Michael and Kelly Watson's Baptism David Haynes Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 165 14 bde76615f66283841c58683d2e94e62a no Miley Jo Stewart's Baptism Wes Mutta Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 85 15 53d0dcb1f05b6f76beb217ba837721ed no Michael Grande's Baptism Wes Mutta Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 138 16 71f2269aa560649deea5794068eb37dd no Lily Keck's Baptism LeeAnn O'dell Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 88 17 ddb2bb3f64d22ac349c1095ab011abca no Trusting God with Your Calling with Rebecca Young The Together Podcast Alaina Davis, Rebecca Young, Rose Harper <p>In this episode, Alaina and Rose talk with their friend Rebecca Young about how the Lord brought her and her family to Fountain City and her ministry with pediatric chiropractic health.</p> <p>In this episode, Alaina and Rose talk with their friend Rebecca Young about how the Lord brought her and her family to Fountain City and her ministry with pediatric chiropractic health.</p> In this episode, Alaina and Rose talk with their friend Rebecca Young about how the Lord brought her and her family to Fountain City and her ministry with pediatric chiropractic health.

]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2426 18 d914fc78ff4e4c02bb85c318b27c27c4 no Endless Praise (ft. Jacob Dunsmore) The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Jacob Dunsmore, Nick Campbell <p>Nick, Avery and Jacob sit down to chat about Endless Praise, Jacob’s week of leading and their hopes for the future of our new worship center. </p> <p>Nick, Avery and Jacob sit down to chat about Endless Praise, Jacob’s week of leading and their hopes for the future of our new worship center. </p> Nick, Avery and Jacob sit down to chat about Endless Praise, Jacob’s week of leading and their hopes for the future of our new worship center. 

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1695 19 e6d9cca55ad18d182110f673ea048c2f no COLLEGE NICKNAMES + PEACE IN PURPOSE Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Today, Dave and Donny talk about the days of Hippie Dave and Set Apart Weekend at Fountain City Church. </p> <p>Today, Dave and Donny talk about the days of Hippie Dave and Set Apart Weekend at Fountain City Church. </p> Today, Dave and Donny talk about the days of Hippie Dave and Set Apart Weekend at Fountain City Church.

]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1776 20 bd80d65f5621867f066fae20ff02b385 no Set Apart: A Weekend of Dedication <p>We're not just dedicating a beautiful room—we're setting this place apart for God's presence and purpose. May Jesus be exalted here, lives transformed here, and disciples sent from here. The mission isn't filling seats; it's making disciples who follow Christ completely.</p> <p>We're not just dedicating a beautiful room—we're setting this place apart for God's presence and purpose. May Jesus be exalted here, lives transformed here, and disciples sent from here. The mission isn't filling seats; it's making disciples who follow Christ completely.</p> We're not just dedicating a beautiful room—we're setting this place apart for God's presence and purpose. May Jesus be exalted here, lives transformed here, and disciples sent from here. The mission isn't filling seats; it's making disciples who follow Christ completely.

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2578 21 70b025da90f2d7120433f42b5dd44372 no What A God (ft. Jon Miller) The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Jon Miller <p>Nick is on staycation, so Jon Miller joins Avery on the pod to talk about What A God, our expectations of God, and a look into next week's set!</p> <p>Nick is on staycation, so Jon Miller joins Avery on the pod to talk about What A God, our expectations of God, and a look into next week's set!</p> Nick is on staycation, so Jon Miller joins Avery on the pod to talk about What A God, our expectations of God, and a look into next week's set!

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1703 22 b6e47203b39f1d8a0fcdc6d9334afd52 no INSTAGRAM COMMENTS + POURING OUT Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about how criticism is not a fruit of the spirit and the last message of our "Whatever It Takes" series. </p> <p>In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about how criticism is not a fruit of the spirit and the last message of our "Whatever It Takes" series. </p> In today's episode, Dave and Donny talk about how criticism is not a fruit of the spirit and the last message of our "Whatever It Takes" series.

]]> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1960 23 db3b414ac9e88bbcb74adc1e5534aa56 no The Flask // Whatever It Takes: Wk 05 The Flask Donny Wadley <p>Mark 14 takes us into an intimate moment where a woman breaks open an alabaster flask of expensive perfume worth a year's wages and pours it over Jesus. The act is immediately criticized by onlookers who call it wasteful, yet Jesus defends her, calling it beautiful. We're confronted with a piercing question: what does our worship reveal about what we truly treasure? The woman's broken flask becomes a mirror reflecting our own hearts. Are we holding tightly to our own flasks of comfort, control, money, or secret sin while claiming to follow Jesus? The passage challenges us to move beyond mere admiration of Christ to complete surrender. We can attend church, speak positively about Jesus, and even call ourselves Christians while still withholding areas of our lives from His lordship. But genuine worship isn't about giving God our leftovers or maintaining our dignity. It's about breaking open everything we've been protecting and pouring it out before the One who poured Himself out completely for us on the cross. The beauty of this story is that costly devotion always outlives the moment, creating a witness that echoes through eternity.</p> <p>Mark 14 takes us into an intimate moment where a woman breaks open an alabaster flask of expensive perfume worth a year's wages and pours it over Jesus. The act is immediately criticized by onlookers who call it wasteful, yet Jesus defends her, calling it beautiful. We're confronted with a piercing question: what does our worship reveal about what we truly treasure? The woman's broken flask becomes a mirror reflecting our own hearts. Are we holding tightly to our own flasks of comfort, control, money, or secret sin while claiming to follow Jesus? The passage challenges us to move beyond mere admiration of Christ to complete surrender. We can attend church, speak positively about Jesus, and even call ourselves Christians while still withholding areas of our lives from His lordship. But genuine worship isn't about giving God our leftovers or maintaining our dignity. It's about breaking open everything we've been protecting and pouring it out before the One who poured Himself out completely for us on the cross. The beauty of this story is that costly devotion always outlives the moment, creating a witness that echoes through eternity.</p> Mark 14 takes us into an intimate moment where a woman breaks open an alabaster flask of expensive perfume worth a year's wages and pours it over Jesus. The act is immediately criticized by onlookers who call it wasteful, yet Jesus defends her, calling it beautiful. We're confronted with a piercing question: what does our worship reveal about what we truly treasure? The woman's broken flask becomes a mirror reflecting our own hearts. Are we holding tightly to our own flasks of comfort, control, money, or secret sin while claiming to follow Jesus? The passage challenges us to move beyond mere admiration of Christ to complete surrender. We can attend church, speak positively about Jesus, and even call ourselves Christians while still withholding areas of our lives from His lordship. But genuine worship isn't about giving God our leftovers or maintaining our dignity. It's about breaking open everything we've been protecting and pouring it out before the One who poured Himself out completely for us on the cross. The beauty of this story is that costly devotion always outlives the moment, creating a witness that echoes through eternity.

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2680 24 22b23a61243853f0c1d3485f9112ef80 no Heaven Is A Real Place On Mission Podcast <p>In this episode, Chris and Stu talk with Dr. Brad Zockoll about Heaven. </p> <p>In this episode, Chris and Stu talk with Dr. Brad Zockoll about Heaven. </p> In this episode, Chris and Stu talk with Dr. Brad Zockoll about Heaven.

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3545 25 b813ddbe4fe2b53ec00484471b9eb9b3 no Gratitude The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the Baptism Services, Gratitude, and a look at this week’s setlist!</p> <p>In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the Baptism Services, Gratitude, and a look at this week’s setlist!</p> In today's episode, Avery and Nick reflect on the Baptism Services, Gratitude, and a look at this week’s setlist!

]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1834 26 a1c670e049098669b7b66023cc6af61b no OGLE'S WATER PARK + THE HEM OF HIS GARMENT Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a traumatic water park experience and Rose's favorite Bible story in Mark 5.</p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a traumatic water park experience and Rose's favorite Bible story in Mark 5.</p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a traumatic water park experience and Rose's favorite Bible story in Mark 5.

]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1941 27 da2886fa9ed4222ab3accc25051bd944 no The Blood // Whatever It Takes: Wk 04 The Blood Donny Wadley <p>This powerful exploration of Mark 5 invites us into a moment where desperation meets divine grace. We encounter a woman who has suffered for twelve long years with a condition that drained her physically, financially, and emotionally. Every attempt at healing only made things worse, yet when she hears about Jesus, something shifts. Her story teaches us that desperation is not our enemy when it drives us to Christ. Sometimes God allows everything else to fail so we finally recognize that Jesus has been our only hope all along. The woman's faith wasn't polished or theologically perfect—it was simply real. She pushed through the crowd, through her shame and weakness, to touch the hem of Jesus' garment. What's remarkable is that Jesus stopped in the middle of urgent business to notice one hurting person. He didn't just heal her body; He restored her dignity, called her 'daughter,' and sent her away with peace. This reminds us that Jesus never loses individuals in the crowd. Our needs are never too small for His attention. The message challenges us both personally and corporately: if Jesus stops for one more, shouldn't we? As we navigate our own struggles, we're called to stop reaching for substitutes and reach for the Savior whose blood was shed so we could be made completely whole.</p> <p>This powerful exploration of Mark 5 invites us into a moment where desperation meets divine grace. We encounter a woman who has suffered for twelve long years with a condition that drained her physically, financially, and emotionally. Every attempt at healing only made things worse, yet when she hears about Jesus, something shifts. Her story teaches us that desperation is not our enemy when it drives us to Christ. Sometimes God allows everything else to fail so we finally recognize that Jesus has been our only hope all along. The woman's faith wasn't polished or theologically perfect—it was simply real. She pushed through the crowd, through her shame and weakness, to touch the hem of Jesus' garment. What's remarkable is that Jesus stopped in the middle of urgent business to notice one hurting person. He didn't just heal her body; He restored her dignity, called her 'daughter,' and sent her away with peace. This reminds us that Jesus never loses individuals in the crowd. Our needs are never too small for His attention. The message challenges us both personally and corporately: if Jesus stops for one more, shouldn't we? As we navigate our own struggles, we're called to stop reaching for substitutes and reach for the Savior whose blood was shed so we could be made completely whole.</p> This powerful exploration of Mark 5 invites us into a moment where desperation meets divine grace. We encounter a woman who has suffered for twelve long years with a condition that drained her physically, financially, and emotionally. Every attempt at healing only made things worse, yet when she hears about Jesus, something shifts. Her story teaches us that desperation is not our enemy when it drives us to Christ. Sometimes God allows everything else to fail so we finally recognize that Jesus has been our only hope all along. The woman's faith wasn't polished or theologically perfect—it was simply real. She pushed through the crowd, through her shame and weakness, to touch the hem of Jesus' garment. What's remarkable is that Jesus stopped in the middle of urgent business to notice one hurting person. He didn't just heal her body; He restored her dignity, called her 'daughter,' and sent her away with peace. This reminds us that Jesus never loses individuals in the crowd. Our needs are never too small for His attention. The message challenges us both personally and corporately: if Jesus stops for one more, shouldn't we? As we navigate our own struggles, we're called to stop reaching for substitutes and reach for the Savior whose blood was shed so we could be made completely whole.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2584 28 086a1d14ae23aa3e1ff7a624f40ebae2 no Carly Eirich's Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 116 29 52f1b29342d5116923edb60765f2d014 no Emmett Colby's Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 106 30 b3f19f8a66e10ed4ed51eca04478053a no Bray Burdette's Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 143 31 bab8e24fd7e91cd6656781828d805aa3 no Cyrus Scarlett's Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 96 32 83b16a75da60781f4fd5a12a2b798b26 no Landon Watson's Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 132 33 fbe05526ef04a95b4f9799217a112096 no Lottie Evans' Baptism Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 80 34 44cd2b606535aa497217650ad6254682 no Ryker Brown's Baptism Garrett Brown Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 115 35 fd9210153fc2594aed91e9311773925b no Made for More The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>In this episode, Nick and Avery recap Easter and talk about how the songs we sang tied into The Prodigal Son and this season’s theme. Tune in to hear about upcoming songs for Baptism Sunday and the “behind the scenes” perspective!</p> <p>In this episode, Nick and Avery recap Easter and talk about how the songs we sang tied into The Prodigal Son and this season’s theme. Tune in to hear about upcoming songs for Baptism Sunday and the “behind the scenes” perspective!</p> In this episode, Nick and Avery recap Easter and talk about how the songs we sang tied into The Prodigal Son and this season’s theme. Tune in to hear about upcoming songs for Baptism Sunday and the “behind the scenes” perspective!

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1680 36 06ce8515968cdb3c136d216cb7b817cd no The Homecoming // Whatever It Takes: Wk 03 Whatever It Takes Donny Wadley <p>This Easter message takes us deep into the heart of Luke 15 and the story of the prodigal son, revealing truths that shake us awake to the realities of sin and grace. We discover that sin operates like a deceptive buffet—promising satisfaction at the front end but leaving us miserable and empty in the end. The younger son's journey from his father's house to the pig pen illustrates how sin always takes us farther than we ever intended to go, costing us more than we wanted to pay. Yet the beauty of this story isn't found primarily in the son's rebellion or even his repentance—it's found in the father's relentless love. While we see the son's reckless living on one side of the screen, we witness the father's patient watching and waiting on the other. This Easter, we're reminded that genuine repentance isn't just feeling bad about consequences; it's agreeing with God about our sin and turning toward His goodness. The father's response—running, embracing, celebrating—shows us that God doesn't reluctantly tolerate repentant sinners. He rejoices to welcome them home. The resurrection of Jesus makes this homecoming possible, paying the price for our sin and opening the way back to the Father's house where there's always abundance, always acceptance, always celebration for those who were dead but are now alive.</p> <p>This Easter message takes us deep into the heart of Luke 15 and the story of the prodigal son, revealing truths that shake us awake to the realities of sin and grace. We discover that sin operates like a deceptive buffet—promising satisfaction at the front end but leaving us miserable and empty in the end. The younger son's journey from his father's house to the pig pen illustrates how sin always takes us farther than we ever intended to go, costing us more than we wanted to pay. Yet the beauty of this story isn't found primarily in the son's rebellion or even his repentance—it's found in the father's relentless love. While we see the son's reckless living on one side of the screen, we witness the father's patient watching and waiting on the other. This Easter, we're reminded that genuine repentance isn't just feeling bad about consequences; it's agreeing with God about our sin and turning toward His goodness. The father's response—running, embracing, celebrating—shows us that God doesn't reluctantly tolerate repentant sinners. He rejoices to welcome them home. The resurrection of Jesus makes this homecoming possible, paying the price for our sin and opening the way back to the Father's house where there's always abundance, always acceptance, always celebration for those who were dead but are now alive.</p> This Easter message takes us deep into the heart of Luke 15 and the story of the prodigal son, revealing truths that shake us awake to the realities of sin and grace. We discover that sin operates like a deceptive buffet—promising satisfaction at the front end but leaving us miserable and empty in the end. The younger son's journey from his father's house to the pig pen illustrates how sin always takes us farther than we ever intended to go, costing us more than we wanted to pay. Yet the beauty of this story isn't found primarily in the son's rebellion or even his repentance—it's found in the father's relentless love. While we see the son's reckless living on one side of the screen, we witness the father's patient watching and waiting on the other. This Easter, we're reminded that genuine repentance isn't just feeling bad about consequences; it's agreeing with God about our sin and turning toward His goodness. The father's response—running, embracing, celebrating—shows us that God doesn't reluctantly tolerate repentant sinners. He rejoices to welcome them home. The resurrection of Jesus makes this homecoming possible, paying the price for our sin and opening the way back to the Father's house where there's always abundance, always acceptance, always celebration for those who were dead but are now alive.

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2455 37 7b129815c7e0e11a4ba3cde1b2eae049 no Generational Missions with the Swahili Sidewinder On Mission Podcast Alan Duncan, Chris Jones, Stu Setliffe <p>On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with Alan Duncan about his years of ministry in South Africa and how he is still living his life on mission today. </p> <p>On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with Alan Duncan about his years of ministry in South Africa and how he is still living his life on mission today. </p> On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with Alan Duncan about his years of ministry in South Africa and how he is still living his life on mission today.

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3747 38 d796a39f5f7c6dbd0e84c48de30cf0f4 no The King Is Coming The Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>This week, Avery and Nick discuss the power of singing songs about Christ’s return as we invite people to Easter. We take a look ahead at what to expect at this week’s services! </p> <p>This week, Avery and Nick discuss the power of singing songs about Christ’s return as we invite people to Easter. We take a look ahead at what to expect at this week’s services! </p> This week, Avery and Nick discuss the power of singing songs about Christ’s return as we invite people to Easter. We take a look ahead at what to expect at this week’s services! 

]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2024 39 5417b701fadc02c13e9dab2bf90f14cf no MAMA SHEPHERD + THE JOY SET BEFORE HIM Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Easter at FCC and leaving the ninety-nine for the one.</p> <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Easter at FCC and leaving the ninety-nine for the one.</p> In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Easter at FCC and leaving the ninety-nine for the one.

]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2198 40 52d2a94b00273b87f005bc8a8a7ab552 no The One // Whatever It Takes: Wk 02 Whatever It Takes Donny Wadley <p>Jesus pursues the one. Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents more than 99 who need no repentance. The lost matter to God—not as interruptions, but as people worth pursuing. One more isn't a distraction from ministry; reaching one more IS the ministry. Will you go after one?</p> <p>Jesus pursues the one. Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents more than 99 who need no repentance. The lost matter to God—not as interruptions, but as people worth pursuing. One more isn't a distraction from ministry; reaching one more IS the ministry. Will you go after one?</p> Jesus pursues the one. Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents more than 99 who need no repentance. The lost matter to God—not as interruptions, but as people worth pursuing. One more isn't a distraction from ministry; reaching one more IS the ministry. Will you go after one?

]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2759 41 df7e6c085a05ab53ee677e96d5917ed8 no Tear Off The Roof Making Noise Podcast Avery Harper, Nick Campbell <p>Nick and Avery discuss a new song from Sunday, Thursday night services and what to expect for the future of the podcast!</p> <p>Nick and Avery discuss a new song from Sunday, Thursday night services and what to expect for the future of the podcast!</p> Nick and Avery discuss a new song from Sunday, Thursday night services and what to expect for the future of the podcast!

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1399 42 158633d40038799c528ca5157a6cc161 no MONDAY MORNING MADNESS + THE NEXT 2 WEEKS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about March Madness and exciting upcoming events at FCC.</p> <p>In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about March Madness and exciting upcoming events at FCC.</p> In this episode, Dave and Donny talk about March Madness and exciting upcoming events at FCC.

]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2219 43 bcd8580624c4b8275a2e172ccec90fc6 no The Roof // Whatever It Takes: Wk 01 Whatever It Takes Donny Wadley <p>What happens when the crowd becomes the barrier instead of the pathway to Jesus? This powerful exploration of Mark 2 challenges us to examine whether we're making room for others or inadvertently blocking their way. We encounter four friends who refuse to accept obstacles when their paralyzed companion needs Jesus. Their determination leads them to literally tear through a roof, demonstrating that real faith doesn't stop at closed doors—it finds another way. The passage reveals something profound: Jesus sees faith that acts, not just faith that agrees. When these men lowered their friend through the ceiling, their belief became visible in dirt falling on heads and light streaming through an unexpected opening. But here's where it gets even deeper—Jesus addresses the man's sins before his paralysis, reminding us that our greatest need isn't always what seems most obvious. We live in a world obsessed with surface fixes, yet Jesus goes straight to the heart every time. This story isn't just about a miracle; it's about authority, transformation, and glory. When Jesus changes one more life, God receives the glory, and people walk away saying they've never seen anything like it. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet profound: who is our 'one more,' and what are we willing to do to bring them to Jesus?</p> <p>What happens when the crowd becomes the barrier instead of the pathway to Jesus? This powerful exploration of Mark 2 challenges us to examine whether we're making room for others or inadvertently blocking their way. We encounter four friends who refuse to accept obstacles when their paralyzed companion needs Jesus. Their determination leads them to literally tear through a roof, demonstrating that real faith doesn't stop at closed doors—it finds another way. The passage reveals something profound: Jesus sees faith that acts, not just faith that agrees. When these men lowered their friend through the ceiling, their belief became visible in dirt falling on heads and light streaming through an unexpected opening. But here's where it gets even deeper—Jesus addresses the man's sins before his paralysis, reminding us that our greatest need isn't always what seems most obvious. We live in a world obsessed with surface fixes, yet Jesus goes straight to the heart every time. This story isn't just about a miracle; it's about authority, transformation, and glory. When Jesus changes one more life, God receives the glory, and people walk away saying they've never seen anything like it. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet profound: who is our 'one more,' and what are we willing to do to bring them to Jesus?</p> What happens when the crowd becomes the barrier instead of the pathway to Jesus? This powerful exploration of Mark 2 challenges us to examine whether we're making room for others or inadvertently blocking their way. We encounter four friends who refuse to accept obstacles when their paralyzed companion needs Jesus. Their determination leads them to literally tear through a roof, demonstrating that real faith doesn't stop at closed doors—it finds another way. The passage reveals something profound: Jesus sees faith that acts, not just faith that agrees. When these men lowered their friend through the ceiling, their belief became visible in dirt falling on heads and light streaming through an unexpected opening. But here's where it gets even deeper—Jesus addresses the man's sins before his paralysis, reminding us that our greatest need isn't always what seems most obvious. We live in a world obsessed with surface fixes, yet Jesus goes straight to the heart every time. This story isn't just about a miracle; it's about authority, transformation, and glory. When Jesus changes one more life, God receives the glory, and people walk away saying they've never seen anything like it. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet profound: who is our 'one more,' and what are we willing to do to bring them to Jesus?

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2986 44 79a7f7c3dbe52bca40a18ba0d2527f1d no "Put Your Yes on the Table" with David Haynes On Mission Chris Jones, David Haynes, Stu Setliffe <p>On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with David Haynes about his heart for missions and how, as believers, we are all called to share the gospel. </p> <p>On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with David Haynes about his heart for missions and how, as believers, we are all called to share the gospel. </p> On today's episode, Chris and Stu talk with David Haynes about his heart for missions and how, as believers, we are all called to share the gospel.

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3840 45 b9b9c78d15ead6c591dc00df0dbe8e56 no DONNY GETS A BISCUIT + PERSPECTIVE OVER PROVISION Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's return to the podcast and how gratitude can change our perspective.</p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's return to the podcast and how gratitude can change our perspective.</p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about Donny's return to the podcast and how gratitude can change our perspective.

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1767 46 d3a5206b9be8193af5477d77095ae589 no The God of the Garden // In the Beginning: Wk 08 The God of the Garden Donny Wadley <p>We often view boundaries as restrictive forces that limit our freedom and steal our joy, but Genesis 2 reveals a radically different picture of God's heart toward us. This passage shows us that God is not a cosmic killjoy sitting in heaven trying to ruin our fun. Instead, we discover a God who places us intentionally, provides for us generously, and gives us meaningful purpose before ever establishing a single boundary. The garden of Eden wasn't just functional—it was delightful, filled with trees that were both good for food and pleasant to the sight. Rivers flowed with abundance, precious stones and gold were present, and beauty surrounded Adam on every side. Before God ever said no to one tree, He said yes to an entire garden. This teaches us something profound: God's boundaries are not evidence of His stinginess but proof of His protection. Like a parent who tells a child not to run into traffic, God's restrictions aren't meant to limit life but to guard it. The real temptation we all face is fixating on the one thing God has withheld while ignoring the thousand blessings He has already provided. When we reprogram our minds to see God's commands through the lens of His overwhelming generosity, we begin to understand that His boundaries flow from His love, not His desire to control us.</p> <p>We often view boundaries as restrictive forces that limit our freedom and steal our joy, but Genesis 2 reveals a radically different picture of God's heart toward us. This passage shows us that God is not a cosmic killjoy sitting in heaven trying to ruin our fun. Instead, we discover a God who places us intentionally, provides for us generously, and gives us meaningful purpose before ever establishing a single boundary. The garden of Eden wasn't just functional—it was delightful, filled with trees that were both good for food and pleasant to the sight. Rivers flowed with abundance, precious stones and gold were present, and beauty surrounded Adam on every side. Before God ever said no to one tree, He said yes to an entire garden. This teaches us something profound: God's boundaries are not evidence of His stinginess but proof of His protection. Like a parent who tells a child not to run into traffic, God's restrictions aren't meant to limit life but to guard it. The real temptation we all face is fixating on the one thing God has withheld while ignoring the thousand blessings He has already provided. When we reprogram our minds to see God's commands through the lens of His overwhelming generosity, we begin to understand that His boundaries flow from His love, not His desire to control us.</p> We often view boundaries as restrictive forces that limit our freedom and steal our joy, but Genesis 2 reveals a radically different picture of God's heart toward us. This passage shows us that God is not a cosmic killjoy sitting in heaven trying to ruin our fun. Instead, we discover a God who places us intentionally, provides for us generously, and gives us meaningful purpose before ever establishing a single boundary. The garden of Eden wasn't just functional—it was delightful, filled with trees that were both good for food and pleasant to the sight. Rivers flowed with abundance, precious stones and gold were present, and beauty surrounded Adam on every side. Before God ever said no to one tree, He said yes to an entire garden. This teaches us something profound: God's boundaries are not evidence of His stinginess but proof of His protection. Like a parent who tells a child not to run into traffic, God's restrictions aren't meant to limit life but to guard it. The real temptation we all face is fixating on the one thing God has withheld while ignoring the thousand blessings He has already provided. When we reprogram our minds to see God's commands through the lens of His overwhelming generosity, we begin to understand that His boundaries flow from His love, not His desire to control us.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2549 47 dccb921f9ccf000b6adede1f7b07037f no "IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE" w/ David Haynes Monday Morning Faith David Haynes, David Williams <p>On today's episode, Dave and David talk about missions and how to live out the call to it in our daily lives.</p> <p>On today's episode, Dave and David talk about missions and how to live out the call to it in our daily lives.</p> On today's episode, Dave and David talk about missions and how to live out the call to it in our daily lives.

]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2499 48 0f84d2e6327937525a9ae15719b409b8 no Formed by God // In the Beginning: Wk 07 In the Beginning Donny Wadley <p>You're not an accident of dirt... you're the intentional work of a personal God. Before you took your first breath, He prepared a place for you. You were formed with purpose, breathed into life, and designed to work for His glory. You matter. </p> <p>You're not an accident of dirt... you're the intentional work of a personal God. Before you took your first breath, He prepared a place for you. You were formed with purpose, breathed into life, and designed to work for His glory. You matter. </p> You're not an accident of dirt... you're the intentional work of a personal God. Before you took your first breath, He prepared a place for you. You were formed with purpose, breathed into life, and designed to work for His glory. You matter. 

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2543 49 27c9c3ed2980c6798ba8bcca6aa84a5d no CONSEQUENCE + TRIALS + SAFE HOUSES Monday Morning Faith David Williams, TJ Earl <p>In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about Psalm 71 and not wasting your trials. </p> <p>In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about Psalm 71 and not wasting your trials. </p> In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about Psalm 71 and not wasting your trials.

]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2374 50 b7934297b30dab256471b7a6cf297c41 no "You Don't Have to Be a Missionary to Be a Missionary" with Chris Jones & Stu Setliffe Chris Jones, Stu Setliffe <p>On this first episode of the On Mission podcast, Chris and Stu talk about their hearts for missions and what led them to start the podcast.</p> <p>On this first episode of the On Mission podcast, Chris and Stu talk about their hearts for missions and what led them to start the podcast.</p> On this first episode of the On Mission podcast, Chris and Stu talk about their hearts for missions and what led them to start the podcast.

]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 4489 51 ecfd0eb2691723b5d832bc2c6939802a no Don't Waste Your Trials TJ Earl TJ Earl <p>In this powerful message, TJ challenges us to view our trials not as obstacles to overcome alone, but as divine opportunities to draw closer to Christ. Through the story of Lazarus in John 11, we discover that when Mary and Martha faced their brother's death, their first instinct was to run to Jesus. This becomes our model: in our darkest moments, when medical reports devastate us, when relationships crumble, when children wander, our response must be to seek Jesus first. The sermon reveals three transformative purposes for our trials: they bring us to Jesus, make us like Jesus, and point others to Jesus. What strikes deeply is the reality that sometimes our greatest trials come precisely when we're doing exactly what God asked us to do. Paul and Silas sang hymns in prison after obeying God's vision to minister in Macedonia, and their faithfulness led to the salvation of an entire household. We're reminded that our trials are never wasted when surrendered to God. The challenge becomes personal: Who is watching us navigate our struggles? Whose eternal destiny might be influenced by our faithfulness in suffering? This isn't about pretending pain doesn't hurt, but about recognizing that our momentary afflictions have eternal purpose when placed in the hands of a God who specializes in turning the greatest battles into the greatest victories.</p> <p>In this powerful message, TJ challenges us to view our trials not as obstacles to overcome alone, but as divine opportunities to draw closer to Christ. Through the story of Lazarus in John 11, we discover that when Mary and Martha faced their brother's death, their first instinct was to run to Jesus. This becomes our model: in our darkest moments, when medical reports devastate us, when relationships crumble, when children wander, our response must be to seek Jesus first. The sermon reveals three transformative purposes for our trials: they bring us to Jesus, make us like Jesus, and point others to Jesus. What strikes deeply is the reality that sometimes our greatest trials come precisely when we're doing exactly what God asked us to do. Paul and Silas sang hymns in prison after obeying God's vision to minister in Macedonia, and their faithfulness led to the salvation of an entire household. We're reminded that our trials are never wasted when surrendered to God. The challenge becomes personal: Who is watching us navigate our struggles? Whose eternal destiny might be influenced by our faithfulness in suffering? This isn't about pretending pain doesn't hurt, but about recognizing that our momentary afflictions have eternal purpose when placed in the hands of a God who specializes in turning the greatest battles into the greatest victories.</p> In this powerful message, TJ challenges us to view our trials not as obstacles to overcome alone, but as divine opportunities to draw closer to Christ. Through the story of Lazarus in John 11, we discover that when Mary and Martha faced their brother's death, their first instinct was to run to Jesus. This becomes our model: in our darkest moments, when medical reports devastate us, when relationships crumble, when children wander, our response must be to seek Jesus first. The sermon reveals three transformative purposes for our trials: they bring us to Jesus, make us like Jesus, and point others to Jesus. What strikes deeply is the reality that sometimes our greatest trials come precisely when we're doing exactly what God asked us to do. Paul and Silas sang hymns in prison after obeying God's vision to minister in Macedonia, and their faithfulness led to the salvation of an entire household. We're reminded that our trials are never wasted when surrendered to God. The challenge becomes personal: Who is watching us navigate our struggles? Whose eternal destiny might be influenced by our faithfulness in suffering? This isn't about pretending pain doesn't hurt, but about recognizing that our momentary afflictions have eternal purpose when placed in the hands of a God who specializes in turning the greatest battles into the greatest victories.

]]> Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2597 52 090e7344744666a89594292779749377 no Rest & Run: Created to Stop. Called to Go // In the Beginning: Wk 06 Part 06 Donny Wadley <p>This message confronts us with a profound tension we all live in: the exhaustion of running without rest and the emptiness of resting without purpose. Drawing from Genesis 2, we discover that God's rest wasn't born from fatigue but from completion. He rested because His work was finished, sufficient, and very good. This changes everything about how we understand rest. Biblical rest isn't collapse or escape—it's confidence. It flows from finished work, not from burnout. God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, inviting us into a rhythm of stopping, trusting, and delighting in Him. Sabbath becomes an act of faith, declaring that the world doesn't depend on us, that we're valuable even when we stop, and that God remains in control when we cease. But rest isn't the finish line—it's the starting block. The message then shifts to 1 Corinthians 9, where we're reminded that we're all in a race. We rest because Christ finished the saving work, but we run because the mission continues. Running well means saying no on purpose, training with intention, and living for what lasts. This is the rhythm scripture calls us to: rest because the work that saves us is finished, and run because the calling is still in front of us.</p> <p>This message confronts us with a profound tension we all live in: the exhaustion of running without rest and the emptiness of resting without purpose. Drawing from Genesis 2, we discover that God's rest wasn't born from fatigue but from completion. He rested because His work was finished, sufficient, and very good. This changes everything about how we understand rest. Biblical rest isn't collapse or escape—it's confidence. It flows from finished work, not from burnout. God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, inviting us into a rhythm of stopping, trusting, and delighting in Him. Sabbath becomes an act of faith, declaring that the world doesn't depend on us, that we're valuable even when we stop, and that God remains in control when we cease. But rest isn't the finish line—it's the starting block. The message then shifts to 1 Corinthians 9, where we're reminded that we're all in a race. We rest because Christ finished the saving work, but we run because the mission continues. Running well means saying no on purpose, training with intention, and living for what lasts. This is the rhythm scripture calls us to: rest because the work that saves us is finished, and run because the calling is still in front of us.</p> This message confronts us with a profound tension we all live in: the exhaustion of running without rest and the emptiness of resting without purpose. Drawing from Genesis 2, we discover that God's rest wasn't born from fatigue but from completion. He rested because His work was finished, sufficient, and very good. This changes everything about how we understand rest. Biblical rest isn't collapse or escape—it's confidence. It flows from finished work, not from burnout. God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, inviting us into a rhythm of stopping, trusting, and delighting in Him. Sabbath becomes an act of faith, declaring that the world doesn't depend on us, that we're valuable even when we stop, and that God remains in control when we cease. But rest isn't the finish line—it's the starting block. The message then shifts to 1 Corinthians 9, where we're reminded that we're all in a race. We rest because Christ finished the saving work, but we run because the mission continues. Running well means saying no on purpose, training with intention, and living for what lasts. This is the rhythm scripture calls us to: rest because the work that saves us is finished, and run because the calling is still in front of us.

]]> Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2725 53 cab3a7568298db0a7a13d781af09dc22 no "What a God!" with Rachel Earl The Together Podcast Chrissy Williams, Rose Harper <p>In this episode, Chrissy and Rose talk to their friend and FCC's youth and YA pastor's wife, Rachel Earl about what brought her family to our church and how God's plans are always greater.</p> <p>In this episode, Chrissy and Rose talk to their friend and FCC's youth and YA pastor's wife, Rachel Earl about what brought her family to our church and how God's plans are always greater.</p> In this episode, Chrissy and Rose talk to their friend and FCC's youth and YA pastor's wife, Rachel Earl about what brought her family to our church and how God's plans are always greater.

]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2118 54 aa6ba841584b6a0e6b48ebb6b5058726 no ROADSIGNS + MAKING CHOCOLATE MILK Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about the upcoming Weekend Team Summit and working out what God puts in us (Philippians 2:13-14).</p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about the upcoming Weekend Team Summit and working out what God puts in us (Philippians 2:13-14).</p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about the upcoming Weekend Team Summit and working out what God puts in us (Philippians 2:13-14).

]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2092 55 14a72c21f7bbd8f8f7cc906c615ad7c0 no In Christ w/Mark McKeehan Mark McKeehan <p>Your old self died with Christ; you're not trying to be better, you're learning to live from who you already are. Stop pushing the car and get in. The Holy Spirit has the power; your job is to trust more deeply, not try harder. Work out what He's already worked in.</p> <p>Your old self died with Christ; you're not trying to be better, you're learning to live from who you already are. Stop pushing the car and get in. The Holy Spirit has the power; your job is to trust more deeply, not try harder. Work out what He's already worked in.</p> Your old self died with Christ; you're not trying to be better, you're learning to live from who you already are. Stop pushing the car and get in. The Holy Spirit has the power; your job is to trust more deeply, not try harder. Work out what He's already worked in.

]]> Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2067 56 8265dfb0c6199dd7dfba9f51634510b2 no SWITCHFOOT + SHIPS WITHOUT SAILS Monday Morning Faith <p>In this episode, Donny, Dave, and TJ reflect on 30 years of how the Gospel is the only thing that can bring us together. </p> <p>In this episode, Donny, Dave, and TJ reflect on 30 years of how the Gospel is the only thing that can bring us together. </p> In this episode, Donny, Dave, and TJ reflect on 30 years of how the Gospel is the only thing that can bring us together.

]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2959 57 7c4593bca20a7fbcd6104d7ee44cf96a no Blessed Before Busy // In the Beginning: Wk 05 Part 05 Donny Wadley <p>In Genesis 1:28-31, we encounter a profound truth that challenges our modern approach to life: we were blessed before we were busy. This passage reveals God's intentional order—He blesses humanity first, then calls us to fruitfulness and purpose. Before any responsibility lands on our shoulders, before any command is given, God empowers us with His divine favor. This isn't sentimental well-wishing; it's functional enablement. The Hebrew word 'barak' means God equipped us with everything needed to fulfill His calling. We see this pattern repeated in the Great Commission, where Jesus brackets His marching orders with reminders of His authority and presence. The call to 'be fruitful and multiply' extends beyond biological reproduction—it's about life overflowing, influence spreading, and God's blessing moving through us into the world. Yet our culture has shifted from expansion to contraction, from trust to fear, prioritizing personal comfort over divine calling. The fertility rate has dropped from 3.7 to 1.6 children per woman, reflecting not just demographic change but spiritual retreat. God's design was never about survival mode or turning inward—it was about overflow. Like a healthy tree that naturally produces fruit when properly rooted, our fruitfulness flows from staying connected to God's blessing. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet piercing: Is God's blessing stopping with us, or moving through us? When we walk in God's blessing, fruitfulness follows naturally, and life spreads far beyond what we could manufacture on our own.</p> <p>In Genesis 1:28-31, we encounter a profound truth that challenges our modern approach to life: we were blessed before we were busy. This passage reveals God's intentional order—He blesses humanity first, then calls us to fruitfulness and purpose. Before any responsibility lands on our shoulders, before any command is given, God empowers us with His divine favor. This isn't sentimental well-wishing; it's functional enablement. The Hebrew word 'barak' means God equipped us with everything needed to fulfill His calling. We see this pattern repeated in the Great Commission, where Jesus brackets His marching orders with reminders of His authority and presence. The call to 'be fruitful and multiply' extends beyond biological reproduction—it's about life overflowing, influence spreading, and God's blessing moving through us into the world. Yet our culture has shifted from expansion to contraction, from trust to fear, prioritizing personal comfort over divine calling. The fertility rate has dropped from 3.7 to 1.6 children per woman, reflecting not just demographic change but spiritual retreat. God's design was never about survival mode or turning inward—it was about overflow. Like a healthy tree that naturally produces fruit when properly rooted, our fruitfulness flows from staying connected to God's blessing. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet piercing: Is God's blessing stopping with us, or moving through us? When we walk in God's blessing, fruitfulness follows naturally, and life spreads far beyond what we could manufacture on our own.</p> In Genesis 1:28-31, we encounter a profound truth that challenges our modern approach to life: we were blessed before we were busy. This passage reveals God's intentional order—He blesses humanity first, then calls us to fruitfulness and purpose. Before any responsibility lands on our shoulders, before any command is given, God empowers us with His divine favor. This isn't sentimental well-wishing; it's functional enablement. The Hebrew word 'barak' means God equipped us with everything needed to fulfill His calling. We see this pattern repeated in the Great Commission, where Jesus brackets His marching orders with reminders of His authority and presence. The call to 'be fruitful and multiply' extends beyond biological reproduction—it's about life overflowing, influence spreading, and God's blessing moving through us into the world. Yet our culture has shifted from expansion to contraction, from trust to fear, prioritizing personal comfort over divine calling. The fertility rate has dropped from 3.7 to 1.6 children per woman, reflecting not just demographic change but spiritual retreat. God's design was never about survival mode or turning inward—it was about overflow. Like a healthy tree that naturally produces fruit when properly rooted, our fruitfulness flows from staying connected to God's blessing. The question we must wrestle with is simple yet piercing: Is God's blessing stopping with us, or moving through us? When we walk in God's blessing, fruitfulness follows naturally, and life spreads far beyond what we could manufacture on our own.

]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2680 58 a7c9a0cb2f73ef103f38f948f1aadb9f no "Kids Speak the Language of Fun" with Keira Eirich The Together Podcast Chrissy Williams, Rose Harper <p>Chrissy and Rose had the opportunity to chat with their friend and FCC Kids Director Keira Eirich about her life, her calling to Kids Ministry, and how to trust God well in busy seasons! </p> <p>Chrissy and Rose had the opportunity to chat with their friend and FCC Kids Director Keira Eirich about her life, her calling to Kids Ministry, and how to trust God well in busy seasons! </p> Chrissy and Rose had the opportunity to chat with their friend and FCC Kids Director Keira Eirich about her life, her calling to Kids Ministry, and how to trust God well in busy seasons!

]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1522 59 f03a9f6b939f0a87152d05500e9109bf no DONNY'S MARRIAGE ADVICE + CULTURE WARS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>On this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about what a healthy marriage looks like and what Genesis 1 tells us about ourselves and humanity.</p> <p>On this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about what a healthy marriage looks like and what Genesis 1 tells us about ourselves and humanity.</p> On this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about what a healthy marriage looks like and what Genesis 1 tells us about ourselves and humanity.

]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2375 60 b7ba14d2c7b53c5e4f6a7261df9cb2ae no Made in His Image // In the Beginning: Wk 04 Part 04 Donny Wadley <p>In this powerful exploration of Genesis 1:26-27 Pastor Donny invites us to reconsider the very foundation of our identity and purpose. We discover that before God tells us what to do, He reveals who He is—a relational God existing in perfect Trinity, creating us not out of loneliness but to share in the fellowship that already existed. The revolutionary truth here is that our identity flows from theology, not achievement. We bear God's image not because of what we accomplish, but because of who created us. This passage confronts our culture's obsession with self-definition by declaring that identity is received, not invented. The repetition in verse 27—'in the image of God He created him, male and female He created them'—slows us down intentionally, forcing us to absorb this weighty truth: human dignity is declared by God, not decided by us. This means every person, from the unborn to the elderly, from those we agree with to those we don't, carries inherent worth that cannot be earned or lost. When we grasp that we're made in God's image, we're freed from the exhausting burden of constantly creating and defending our own identity. Instead, we can rest in the security of being known, loved, and designed with intention by the Creator Himself.</p> <p>In this powerful exploration of Genesis 1:26-27 Pastor Donny invites us to reconsider the very foundation of our identity and purpose. We discover that before God tells us what to do, He reveals who He is—a relational God existing in perfect Trinity, creating us not out of loneliness but to share in the fellowship that already existed. The revolutionary truth here is that our identity flows from theology, not achievement. We bear God's image not because of what we accomplish, but because of who created us. This passage confronts our culture's obsession with self-definition by declaring that identity is received, not invented. The repetition in verse 27—'in the image of God He created him, male and female He created them'—slows us down intentionally, forcing us to absorb this weighty truth: human dignity is declared by God, not decided by us. This means every person, from the unborn to the elderly, from those we agree with to those we don't, carries inherent worth that cannot be earned or lost. When we grasp that we're made in God's image, we're freed from the exhausting burden of constantly creating and defending our own identity. Instead, we can rest in the security of being known, loved, and designed with intention by the Creator Himself.</p> In this powerful exploration of Genesis 1:26-27 Pastor Donny invites us to reconsider the very foundation of our identity and purpose. We discover that before God tells us what to do, He reveals who He is—a relational God existing in perfect Trinity, creating us not out of loneliness but to share in the fellowship that already existed. The revolutionary truth here is that our identity flows from theology, not achievement. We bear God's image not because of what we accomplish, but because of who created us. This passage confronts our culture's obsession with self-definition by declaring that identity is received, not invented. The repetition in verse 27—'in the image of God He created him, male and female He created them'—slows us down intentionally, forcing us to absorb this weighty truth: human dignity is declared by God, not decided by us. This means every person, from the unborn to the elderly, from those we agree with to those we don't, carries inherent worth that cannot be earned or lost. When we grasp that we're made in God's image, we're freed from the exhausting burden of constantly creating and defending our own identity. Instead, we can rest in the security of being known, loved, and designed with intention by the Creator Himself.

]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2778 61 71681ec93575c14e41382f2a3ddaa940 no Under Construction // In the Beginning: Wk 03 Part 03 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2725 62 3e5302d863ab8f5f4dd7f48d2ea48e8e no THREE ISSUES FOR YOUR TISSUES Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Rose is in Disney World! She's usually the one who writes these descriptions, and we've forgotten how to do it. So you'll have to live with this one instead. Just listen to the episode, you'll figure out what it's about.</p> <p>Rose is in Disney World! She's usually the one who writes these descriptions, and we've forgotten how to do it. So you'll have to live with this one instead. Just listen to the episode, you'll figure out what it's about.</p> Rose is in Disney World! She's usually the one who writes these descriptions, and we've forgotten how to do it. So you'll have to live with this one instead. Just listen to the episode, you'll figure out what it's about.

]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2172 63 8cdeb54a359e29b0597061995b332bfc no From Chaos to Creation // In the Beginning: Wk 02 Part 02 Donny Wadley Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2825 64 71fec31684bae07179de63fca03369bb no Alexis Shadden's Baptism Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 87 65 7d2638a6121e82e6a1665fca714f901a no August Shadden's Baptism Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 73 66 c229622b1f89f6714d323b785f66b652 no WALKING IN PRAYER + IN THE BIG INNING Monday Morning Faith <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about listening in conversation with the Lord and experiencing victory as a follower of Jesus. </p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about listening in conversation with the Lord and experiencing victory as a follower of Jesus. </p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about listening in conversation with the Lord and experiencing victory as a follower of Jesus.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1920 67 be645e68d5150a3877ff78432445bf9a no It's Not About You // In the Beginning: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2735 68 e848396c5125175307d918071fd1414c no Ellis Mays' Baptism Sam Mays Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 234 69 e5456873e17363df08a02624b642b665 no BATTLE PLANS + BUFFET Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Kicking off the new year, Dave and Donny talk about Vision Sunday and plans for FCC in 2026.</p> <p>Kicking off the new year, Dave and Donny talk about Vision Sunday and plans for FCC in 2026.</p> Kicking off the new year, Dave and Donny talk about Vision Sunday and plans for FCC in 2026.

]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1858 70 49b6ad75fa18ef8fcac2b3c62cf2576f no VISION 2026: The Big 5 Vision Sunday Donny Wadley <p>Five Big Dates / Heart 4 the House / Three Services / Two Campuses / One More</p> <p>Five Big Dates / Heart 4 the House / Three Services / Two Campuses / One More</p> Five Big Dates / Heart 4 the House / Three Services / Two Campuses / One More

]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2634 71 123754c899ee70e6c8e50bff55d78028 no The Salvation Gift // Christmas at Fountain City Church: Wk 03 Part 03 Donny Wadley Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1899 72 8a5c151bc4ba099d11f67f65b6191759 no 10 DAY FORECAST + FULLNESS OF TIME Monday Morning Faith <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a potential weather podcast and God's perfect timing. </p> <p>Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a potential weather podcast and God's perfect timing. </p> Today on Monday Morning Faith, Dave and Donny talk about a potential weather podcast and God's perfect timing.

]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2095 73 15bf0b1c85f49d272e6c9342b987cd32 no The Identity Gift // Christmas at Fountain City Church: Wk 02 Part 02 Donny Wadley <p>This message takes us deep into the heart of Christmas by exploring what it truly means to be adopted into God's family. Drawing from Galatians 4 and the touching story of the bleeding woman in Luke 8, we discover that Christmas isn't just about a baby in a manger—it's about our complete transformation from spiritual orphans to beloved sons and daughters of the Most High God. The message beautifully unpacks three profound truths: God's perfect timing, His redemptive purpose, and His adoptive heart. We're reminded that the woman who suffered for twelve years didn't experience healing until the exact moment Jesus passed by—not because God was slow, but because He was strategic. Her story mirrors our own: we can't fix ourselves, we can't earn our way to righteousness, and we desperately need a Savior who steps into our mess. The most powerful moment comes when Jesus calls her 'daughter'—the only time in the Gospels He uses this term—revealing that redemption isn't just about forgiveness, it's about family. When we become Christians, we're not just forgiven; we're renamed, reclaimed, and given full inheritance rights as God's children. This isn't a backup plan—it's THE plan. We're invited to stop living like spiritual orphans trying to earn approval and instead live from the secure identity we already have in Christ.</p> <p>This message takes us deep into the heart of Christmas by exploring what it truly means to be adopted into God's family. Drawing from Galatians 4 and the touching story of the bleeding woman in Luke 8, we discover that Christmas isn't just about a baby in a manger—it's about our complete transformation from spiritual orphans to beloved sons and daughters of the Most High God. The message beautifully unpacks three profound truths: God's perfect timing, His redemptive purpose, and His adoptive heart. We're reminded that the woman who suffered for twelve years didn't experience healing until the exact moment Jesus passed by—not because God was slow, but because He was strategic. Her story mirrors our own: we can't fix ourselves, we can't earn our way to righteousness, and we desperately need a Savior who steps into our mess. The most powerful moment comes when Jesus calls her 'daughter'—the only time in the Gospels He uses this term—revealing that redemption isn't just about forgiveness, it's about family. When we become Christians, we're not just forgiven; we're renamed, reclaimed, and given full inheritance rights as God's children. This isn't a backup plan—it's THE plan. We're invited to stop living like spiritual orphans trying to earn approval and instead live from the secure identity we already have in Christ.</p> This message takes us deep into the heart of Christmas by exploring what it truly means to be adopted into God's family. Drawing from Galatians 4 and the touching story of the bleeding woman in Luke 8, we discover that Christmas isn't just about a baby in a manger—it's about our complete transformation from spiritual orphans to beloved sons and daughters of the Most High God. The message beautifully unpacks three profound truths: God's perfect timing, His redemptive purpose, and His adoptive heart. We're reminded that the woman who suffered for twelve years didn't experience healing until the exact moment Jesus passed by—not because God was slow, but because He was strategic. Her story mirrors our own: we can't fix ourselves, we can't earn our way to righteousness, and we desperately need a Savior who steps into our mess. The most powerful moment comes when Jesus calls her 'daughter'—the only time in the Gospels He uses this term—revealing that redemption isn't just about forgiveness, it's about family. When we become Christians, we're not just forgiven; we're renamed, reclaimed, and given full inheritance rights as God's children. This isn't a backup plan—it's THE plan. We're invited to stop living like spiritual orphans trying to earn approval and instead live from the secure identity we already have in Christ.

]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2545 74 cbc155972e749f4153f815ef8f0ebcdf no CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE + FIRST THINGS FIRST Monday Morning Faith <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about kicking off the Christmas season with lots of fun events at FCC and how thankfulness can fully shape our outlook on life. </p> <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about kicking off the Christmas season with lots of fun events at FCC and how thankfulness can fully shape our outlook on life. </p> On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about kicking off the Christmas season with lots of fun events at FCC and how thankfulness can fully shape our outlook on life.

]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1620 75 64069d8952e3ef1fa40ea24691ff7dcf no The Indescribable Gift // Christmas at Fountain City Church: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley <p>This message beautifully bridges Thanksgiving and Christmas through eight powerful words from 2 Corinthians 9:15: 'Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift.' We're reminded that the foundation of all Christian gratitude isn't our circumstances, blessings, or even our feelings—it's Jesus himself. The apostle Paul uses a word so rare it may have been coined specifically for this moment because ordinary vocabulary couldn't capture the magnitude of what God has done. When we grasp that our biggest problem—sin—has already been solved through Christ, everything changes. We're not swimming in a pool of blessings; we're swimming in the gospel itself. This isn't about jumping off a diving board once when we get saved and moving on. It's about living every single day immersed in the reality of who Jesus is and what He's accomplished. The message challenges us to anchor our thanksgiving not in what's happening around us, but in what God has already accomplished for us. When life feels more like the crash scene in a Hallmark movie than the happy ending, we can still overflow with gratitude because our foundation is unshakeable. From forgiveness and redemption to adoption and eternal life, we possess riches in Christ that transcend any earthly circumstance. This season, before we sit at any table or wrap any gift, we're invited to pause and preach this truth to ourselves: Jesus is enough, always has been, always will be.</p> <p>This message beautifully bridges Thanksgiving and Christmas through eight powerful words from 2 Corinthians 9:15: 'Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift.' We're reminded that the foundation of all Christian gratitude isn't our circumstances, blessings, or even our feelings—it's Jesus himself. The apostle Paul uses a word so rare it may have been coined specifically for this moment because ordinary vocabulary couldn't capture the magnitude of what God has done. When we grasp that our biggest problem—sin—has already been solved through Christ, everything changes. We're not swimming in a pool of blessings; we're swimming in the gospel itself. This isn't about jumping off a diving board once when we get saved and moving on. It's about living every single day immersed in the reality of who Jesus is and what He's accomplished. The message challenges us to anchor our thanksgiving not in what's happening around us, but in what God has already accomplished for us. When life feels more like the crash scene in a Hallmark movie than the happy ending, we can still overflow with gratitude because our foundation is unshakeable. From forgiveness and redemption to adoption and eternal life, we possess riches in Christ that transcend any earthly circumstance. This season, before we sit at any table or wrap any gift, we're invited to pause and preach this truth to ourselves: Jesus is enough, always has been, always will be.</p> This message beautifully bridges Thanksgiving and Christmas through eight powerful words from 2 Corinthians 9:15: 'Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift.' We're reminded that the foundation of all Christian gratitude isn't our circumstances, blessings, or even our feelings—it's Jesus himself. The apostle Paul uses a word so rare it may have been coined specifically for this moment because ordinary vocabulary couldn't capture the magnitude of what God has done. When we grasp that our biggest problem—sin—has already been solved through Christ, everything changes. We're not swimming in a pool of blessings; we're swimming in the gospel itself. This isn't about jumping off a diving board once when we get saved and moving on. It's about living every single day immersed in the reality of who Jesus is and what He's accomplished. The message challenges us to anchor our thanksgiving not in what's happening around us, but in what God has already accomplished for us. When life feels more like the crash scene in a Hallmark movie than the happy ending, we can still overflow with gratitude because our foundation is unshakeable. From forgiveness and redemption to adoption and eternal life, we possess riches in Christ that transcend any earthly circumstance. This season, before we sit at any table or wrap any gift, we're invited to pause and preach this truth to ourselves: Jesus is enough, always has been, always will be.

]]> Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2530 76 ee0c6b6be09ddce642d4eb8562470cc6 no LIVE FROM THE PIT + CHRIST THE SOLID ROCK Monday Morning Faith Keira Eirich, Nick Campbell, TJ Earl <p>In this special episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave is joined by Keira Eirich (Kids Director), Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adults Pastor) to talk about the Christmas season and trusting in Christ as our solid rock and firm foundation.</p> <p>In this special episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave is joined by Keira Eirich (Kids Director), Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adults Pastor) to talk about the Christmas season and trusting in Christ as our solid rock and firm foundation.</p> In this special episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave is joined by Keira Eirich (Kids Director), Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adults Pastor) to talk about the Christmas season and trusting in Christ as our solid rock and firm foundation.

]]> Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3622 77 3f3915de5144cccd9c641064f46e7390 no The Rock...Definitely Not Dwayne // Upside-Down Life: Wk 18 Part 18 Donny Wadley <p>This powerful conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount forces us to confront an uncomfortable truth: we're all building something, and the only question is what foundation we're building on. Jesus presents us with two builders, two houses, and the same devastating storm—but drastically different outcomes. The difference? Obedience. We live in a culture saturated with spiritual information—podcasts, devotionals, Bible studies, sermons on 1.5 speed—yet Jesus isn't impressed with how much we know. He's after transformation, and transformation happens when hearing becomes doing. The rock Jesus speaks of isn't our discipline, church attendance, or willpower—it's Jesus himself and our obedience to his words. This message challenges us to examine where we've become experts in hearing but amateurs in doing. Are we building our lives on the shifting sand of partial obedience, cultural Christianity, and spiritual convenience? Or are we anchored in the rock that withstands every storm? The invitation isn't to try harder—it's to anchor deeper. Because storms don't care what we know; they reveal what we've obeyed. And when life shakes us, the question won't be whether we attended church or knew the right verses—it will be whether we actually built our lives on the one foundation that cannot fall.</p> <p>This powerful conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount forces us to confront an uncomfortable truth: we're all building something, and the only question is what foundation we're building on. Jesus presents us with two builders, two houses, and the same devastating storm—but drastically different outcomes. The difference? Obedience. We live in a culture saturated with spiritual information—podcasts, devotionals, Bible studies, sermons on 1.5 speed—yet Jesus isn't impressed with how much we know. He's after transformation, and transformation happens when hearing becomes doing. The rock Jesus speaks of isn't our discipline, church attendance, or willpower—it's Jesus himself and our obedience to his words. This message challenges us to examine where we've become experts in hearing but amateurs in doing. Are we building our lives on the shifting sand of partial obedience, cultural Christianity, and spiritual convenience? Or are we anchored in the rock that withstands every storm? The invitation isn't to try harder—it's to anchor deeper. Because storms don't care what we know; they reveal what we've obeyed. And when life shakes us, the question won't be whether we attended church or knew the right verses—it will be whether we actually built our lives on the one foundation that cannot fall.</p> This powerful conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount forces us to confront an uncomfortable truth: we're all building something, and the only question is what foundation we're building on. Jesus presents us with two builders, two houses, and the same devastating storm—but drastically different outcomes. The difference? Obedience. We live in a culture saturated with spiritual information—podcasts, devotionals, Bible studies, sermons on 1.5 speed—yet Jesus isn't impressed with how much we know. He's after transformation, and transformation happens when hearing becomes doing. The rock Jesus speaks of isn't our discipline, church attendance, or willpower—it's Jesus himself and our obedience to his words. This message challenges us to examine where we've become experts in hearing but amateurs in doing. Are we building our lives on the shifting sand of partial obedience, cultural Christianity, and spiritual convenience? Or are we anchored in the rock that withstands every storm? The invitation isn't to try harder—it's to anchor deeper. Because storms don't care what we know; they reveal what we've obeyed. And when life shakes us, the question won't be whether we attended church or knew the right verses—it will be whether we actually built our lives on the one foundation that cannot fall.

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2527 78 d79c72d172878389c507db4215bbb960 no SEEDS THAT ENDURE + COMFORT IN THE CROSS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about how faith takes root through seeds planted early in our walk with God and the fruit that is produced through our reliance on Jesus alone. </p> <p>In today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about how faith takes root through seeds planted early in our walk with God and the fruit that is produced through our reliance on Jesus alone. </p> In today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about how faith takes root through seeds planted early in our walk with God and the fruit that is produced through our reliance on Jesus alone.

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2114 79 f7d1ca2643cd12341fcb7c3f110451a5 no Counterfeit Assurance // Upside-Down Life: Wk 17 Part 17 Donny Wadley <p>What if everything we've built our faith on turns out to be counterfeit? This powerful message from Matthew 7:21-23 confronts us with one of Jesus' most sobering warnings: not everyone who calls Him 'Lord' will enter the kingdom of heaven. Through the striking image of counterfeit twenty-dollar bills that look real but hold no value, we're challenged to examine whether our faith is genuine or merely religious activity. Jesus reveals that real faith isn't about saying the right words, attending church regularly, or even performing miracles in His name. Instead, it's about doing the will of the Father—living in obedient relationship with Him. The passage exposes a terrifying possibility: we can be surrounded by faith, doing good works, speaking truth, and still be strangers to Jesus. Many will stand before Him confident in their salvation, pointing to their ministry resumes—'Lord, didn't we prophesy, cast out demons, and do mighty works in Your name?'—only to hear the devastating words, 'I never knew you.' This isn't about earning salvation through works; it's about understanding that genuine salvation produces real transformation. The question isn't what we've done for Jesus, but whether we truly know Him in intimate, surrendered relationship. Are we fans cheering from the stands, or followers who've stepped onto the field? Today is the day to examine our foundation and ensure we're trusting in Christ alone, not our religious credentials or spiritual activity.</p> <p>What if everything we've built our faith on turns out to be counterfeit? This powerful message from Matthew 7:21-23 confronts us with one of Jesus' most sobering warnings: not everyone who calls Him 'Lord' will enter the kingdom of heaven. Through the striking image of counterfeit twenty-dollar bills that look real but hold no value, we're challenged to examine whether our faith is genuine or merely religious activity. Jesus reveals that real faith isn't about saying the right words, attending church regularly, or even performing miracles in His name. Instead, it's about doing the will of the Father—living in obedient relationship with Him. The passage exposes a terrifying possibility: we can be surrounded by faith, doing good works, speaking truth, and still be strangers to Jesus. Many will stand before Him confident in their salvation, pointing to their ministry resumes—'Lord, didn't we prophesy, cast out demons, and do mighty works in Your name?'—only to hear the devastating words, 'I never knew you.' This isn't about earning salvation through works; it's about understanding that genuine salvation produces real transformation. The question isn't what we've done for Jesus, but whether we truly know Him in intimate, surrendered relationship. Are we fans cheering from the stands, or followers who've stepped onto the field? Today is the day to examine our foundation and ensure we're trusting in Christ alone, not our religious credentials or spiritual activity.</p> What if everything we've built our faith on turns out to be counterfeit? This powerful message from Matthew 7:21-23 confronts us with one of Jesus' most sobering warnings: not everyone who calls Him 'Lord' will enter the kingdom of heaven. Through the striking image of counterfeit twenty-dollar bills that look real but hold no value, we're challenged to examine whether our faith is genuine or merely religious activity. Jesus reveals that real faith isn't about saying the right words, attending church regularly, or even performing miracles in His name. Instead, it's about doing the will of the Father—living in obedient relationship with Him. The passage exposes a terrifying possibility: we can be surrounded by faith, doing good works, speaking truth, and still be strangers to Jesus. Many will stand before Him confident in their salvation, pointing to their ministry resumes—'Lord, didn't we prophesy, cast out demons, and do mighty works in Your name?'—only to hear the devastating words, 'I never knew you.' This isn't about earning salvation through works; it's about understanding that genuine salvation produces real transformation. The question isn't what we've done for Jesus, but whether we truly know Him in intimate, surrendered relationship. Are we fans cheering from the stands, or followers who've stepped onto the field? Today is the day to examine our foundation and ensure we're trusting in Christ alone, not our religious credentials or spiritual activity.

]]> Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2180 80 6a1aeeece5cb26a89b68d4d1ce7737a0 no THE FC AFTERSHOW + UPSIDE-DOWN BUCKETS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>This week on Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Jesus being in every area of our life and choosing to walk the narrow path. </p> <p>This week on Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Jesus being in every area of our life and choosing to walk the narrow path. </p> This week on Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Jesus being in every area of our life and choosing to walk the narrow path.

]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2451 81 407900a5b90c5e220e6313a5e9dd7e1e no Two Ways, One Choice // Upside-Down Life: Wk 16 Part 16 Donny Wadley <p>We're presented with one of the most sobering truths in all of Scripture: there are only two paths in life, and every single one of us is walking on one of them right now. Drawing from Matthew 7:13-20, we explore Jesus's teaching about the narrow gate and the wide gate—two roads with vastly different destinations. The narrow way requires us to drop our baggage of pride, self-righteousness, and sin at the door. It's the path of surrender, repentance, and daily choosing to follow Christ. The wide road, meanwhile, looks easy and inviting, crowded with affirmation and comfort, but it leads to destruction. What makes this message so powerful is the reminder that we can't drift into the kingdom of God—salvation is intentional, not accidental. Jesus isn't trying to keep us out; He's inviting us into real, abundant life. But we must come through the one door: Him. The question isn't which church we attend or what we say we believe, but which way we're actually walking. Are we carrying too much into the gate—our ego, our sin, our 'I'll do it my way' attitude? The gate isn't small because God is exclusive; it's small because our pride won't fit through. This message challenges us to examine our hearts honestly and asks: which path are we truly on today?</p> <p>We're presented with one of the most sobering truths in all of Scripture: there are only two paths in life, and every single one of us is walking on one of them right now. Drawing from Matthew 7:13-20, we explore Jesus's teaching about the narrow gate and the wide gate—two roads with vastly different destinations. The narrow way requires us to drop our baggage of pride, self-righteousness, and sin at the door. It's the path of surrender, repentance, and daily choosing to follow Christ. The wide road, meanwhile, looks easy and inviting, crowded with affirmation and comfort, but it leads to destruction. What makes this message so powerful is the reminder that we can't drift into the kingdom of God—salvation is intentional, not accidental. Jesus isn't trying to keep us out; He's inviting us into real, abundant life. But we must come through the one door: Him. The question isn't which church we attend or what we say we believe, but which way we're actually walking. Are we carrying too much into the gate—our ego, our sin, our 'I'll do it my way' attitude? The gate isn't small because God is exclusive; it's small because our pride won't fit through. This message challenges us to examine our hearts honestly and asks: which path are we truly on today?</p> We're presented with one of the most sobering truths in all of Scripture: there are only two paths in life, and every single one of us is walking on one of them right now. Drawing from Matthew 7:13-20, we explore Jesus's teaching about the narrow gate and the wide gate—two roads with vastly different destinations. The narrow way requires us to drop our baggage of pride, self-righteousness, and sin at the door. It's the path of surrender, repentance, and daily choosing to follow Christ. The wide road, meanwhile, looks easy and inviting, crowded with affirmation and comfort, but it leads to destruction. What makes this message so powerful is the reminder that we can't drift into the kingdom of God—salvation is intentional, not accidental. Jesus isn't trying to keep us out; He's inviting us into real, abundant life. But we must come through the one door: Him. The question isn't which church we attend or what we say we believe, but which way we're actually walking. Are we carrying too much into the gate—our ego, our sin, our 'I'll do it my way' attitude? The gate isn't small because God is exclusive; it's small because our pride won't fit through. This message challenges us to examine our hearts honestly and asks: which path are we truly on today?

]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2886 82 38b240c5670534bf508ad6d76f7d6fae no MARRIAGE ADVICE + MERCY WINS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>On this chilly Monday morning, Donny and Dave chat about ways to strengthen your marriage and how mercy triumphs over judgement.</p> <p>On this chilly Monday morning, Donny and Dave chat about ways to strengthen your marriage and how mercy triumphs over judgement.</p> On this chilly Monday morning, Donny and Dave chat about ways to strengthen your marriage and how mercy triumphs over judgement.

]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1680 83 12e74c77b7f637c4cb71f71d3be00efd no Lest You Be Judged // Upside-Down Life: Wk 15 Part 15 Donny Wadley <p>Matthew 7 challenges us to examine the difference between righteous discernment and hypocritical judgment. We discover that Jesus isn't forbidding us from ever making moral evaluations—instead, He's calling us to start with humility and self-examination. The vivid image of trying to remove a speck from someone's eye while a log protrudes from our own reveals how blind we can be to our own faults while hyper-focused on others' shortcomings. The message invites us into a transformative rhythm of dependence on our Heavenly Father through persistent asking, seeking, and knocking. This isn't about manipulating God but about drawing close enough that our desires align with His heart. When we grasp that we serve a generous Father who loves giving good gifts to His children, everything changes—including how we treat others. The Golden Rule becomes not just a moral platitude but a gospel-powered way of life where we reflect the grace we've received. We're challenged to move from the judge's bench to our knees, from criticism to compassion, and from self-righteousness to Spirit-dependence. This upside-down kingdom life means we don't wait for others to deserve grace—we lead with it because we've been lavished with it first.</p> <p>Matthew 7 challenges us to examine the difference between righteous discernment and hypocritical judgment. We discover that Jesus isn't forbidding us from ever making moral evaluations—instead, He's calling us to start with humility and self-examination. The vivid image of trying to remove a speck from someone's eye while a log protrudes from our own reveals how blind we can be to our own faults while hyper-focused on others' shortcomings. The message invites us into a transformative rhythm of dependence on our Heavenly Father through persistent asking, seeking, and knocking. This isn't about manipulating God but about drawing close enough that our desires align with His heart. When we grasp that we serve a generous Father who loves giving good gifts to His children, everything changes—including how we treat others. The Golden Rule becomes not just a moral platitude but a gospel-powered way of life where we reflect the grace we've received. We're challenged to move from the judge's bench to our knees, from criticism to compassion, and from self-righteousness to Spirit-dependence. This upside-down kingdom life means we don't wait for others to deserve grace—we lead with it because we've been lavished with it first.</p> Matthew 7 challenges us to examine the difference between righteous discernment and hypocritical judgment. We discover that Jesus isn't forbidding us from ever making moral evaluations—instead, He's calling us to start with humility and self-examination. The vivid image of trying to remove a speck from someone's eye while a log protrudes from our own reveals how blind we can be to our own faults while hyper-focused on others' shortcomings. The message invites us into a transformative rhythm of dependence on our Heavenly Father through persistent asking, seeking, and knocking. This isn't about manipulating God but about drawing close enough that our desires align with His heart. When we grasp that we serve a generous Father who loves giving good gifts to His children, everything changes—including how we treat others. The Golden Rule becomes not just a moral platitude but a gospel-powered way of life where we reflect the grace we've received. We're challenged to move from the judge's bench to our knees, from criticism to compassion, and from self-righteousness to Spirit-dependence. This upside-down kingdom life means we don't wait for others to deserve grace—we lead with it because we've been lavished with it first.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2558 84 c027cc9eecb05726f501fbf9bfdf70e4 no BOULDER SHOULDERS + JEHOVAH JIREH Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's Crossfit progress and what's next at Fountain City Church. </p> <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's Crossfit progress and what's next at Fountain City Church. </p> On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's Crossfit progress and what's next at Fountain City Church.

]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1850 85 b098906cc3ebe978c752425cf782c37c no First Things First // More Than Enough: Wk 03 Part 03 Donny Wadley <p>This message cuts straight to the heart of our modern struggle with anxiety and control through Jesus's timeless words in Matthew 6:33-34. We're challenged to examine what we're truly seeking first in our lives—are we building our own little kingdoms of comfort and security, or are we pursuing God's reign and righteousness? The contrast is stark: when we seek first our own kingdom, anxiety rules our lives because we simply don't have the power to control everything. But when we seek His kingdom first, peace begins to reign. The Greek word for 'seek' means to actively pursue, to go hard after something—this isn't casual Sunday Christianity. We're called to live under God's authority, reflect His character, and join His mission, which means prioritizing obedience over comfort, holiness over happiness, mission over maintenance, and trust over control. The beautiful promise attached to this priority is that God will take care of 'all these things'—our daily needs. Like the Israelites receiving manna each morning, we're learning to depend on God daily rather than borrowing tomorrow's trouble. This isn't passive laziness but active faith that works hard while trusting the Provider rather than our plans. When we stop trying to live tomorrow before it arrives, we discover that God's grace is sufficient for today, and tomorrow's grace will come exactly when we need it.</p> <p>This message cuts straight to the heart of our modern struggle with anxiety and control through Jesus's timeless words in Matthew 6:33-34. We're challenged to examine what we're truly seeking first in our lives—are we building our own little kingdoms of comfort and security, or are we pursuing God's reign and righteousness? The contrast is stark: when we seek first our own kingdom, anxiety rules our lives because we simply don't have the power to control everything. But when we seek His kingdom first, peace begins to reign. The Greek word for 'seek' means to actively pursue, to go hard after something—this isn't casual Sunday Christianity. We're called to live under God's authority, reflect His character, and join His mission, which means prioritizing obedience over comfort, holiness over happiness, mission over maintenance, and trust over control. The beautiful promise attached to this priority is that God will take care of 'all these things'—our daily needs. Like the Israelites receiving manna each morning, we're learning to depend on God daily rather than borrowing tomorrow's trouble. This isn't passive laziness but active faith that works hard while trusting the Provider rather than our plans. When we stop trying to live tomorrow before it arrives, we discover that God's grace is sufficient for today, and tomorrow's grace will come exactly when we need it.</p> This message cuts straight to the heart of our modern struggle with anxiety and control through Jesus's timeless words in Matthew 6:33-34. We're challenged to examine what we're truly seeking first in our lives—are we building our own little kingdoms of comfort and security, or are we pursuing God's reign and righteousness? The contrast is stark: when we seek first our own kingdom, anxiety rules our lives because we simply don't have the power to control everything. But when we seek His kingdom first, peace begins to reign. The Greek word for 'seek' means to actively pursue, to go hard after something—this isn't casual Sunday Christianity. We're called to live under God's authority, reflect His character, and join His mission, which means prioritizing obedience over comfort, holiness over happiness, mission over maintenance, and trust over control. The beautiful promise attached to this priority is that God will take care of 'all these things'—our daily needs. Like the Israelites receiving manna each morning, we're learning to depend on God daily rather than borrowing tomorrow's trouble. This isn't passive laziness but active faith that works hard while trusting the Provider rather than our plans. When we stop trying to live tomorrow before it arrives, we discover that God's grace is sufficient for today, and tomorrow's grace will come exactly when we need it.

]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3025 86 0bfc9b9661ed63307b18bd00ee7e2657 no DAILY KAIROS + TWO-WAY WINDOWS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave talk about the Daily Kairos journal and the two-way glass of "worry windows".</p> <p>Donny and Dave talk about the Daily Kairos journal and the two-way glass of "worry windows".</p> Donny and Dave talk about the Daily Kairos journal and the two-way glass of "worry windows".

]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1909 87 f726d55d1194f4e60e05d292388a45f4 no Anxious for Nothing // More Than Enough: Wk 02 Part 02 David Williams <p>In a world where anxiety has become the third most common health disorder in our nation—affecting more people than diabetes and all cancers combined—Pastor David Williams invites us to consider a radically different perspective. Drawing from Matthew 6:25-32, this message challenges us to look beyond our worry windows filled with concerns about family, finances, work, and failures. Jesus doesn't dismiss our anxieties or tell us we're foolish for feeling them; instead, He invites us to consider the lilies of the field. These flowers neither toil nor spin, yet they're clothed in splendor that surpasses even Solomon's glory. The call to 'consider' isn't a casual glance—it's a deep meditation, an invitation to observe how our Heavenly Father provides. We learn three transformative truths: His eyes are on us, His hand is on us, and His heart is for us. Peace doesn't come from what we know, but from who knows us. Like a silversmith who keeps silver in the fire until he can see his reflection in it, God is refining us through our waiting, burning away everything that doesn't look like Him. The contrast is stark—the world frantically seeks after provision with obsessive craving, but we're called to rest in the knowledge that our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. This isn't about managing anxiety better; it's about laying it at His feet and letting Him do the work.</p> <p>In a world where anxiety has become the third most common health disorder in our nation—affecting more people than diabetes and all cancers combined—Pastor David Williams invites us to consider a radically different perspective. Drawing from Matthew 6:25-32, this message challenges us to look beyond our worry windows filled with concerns about family, finances, work, and failures. Jesus doesn't dismiss our anxieties or tell us we're foolish for feeling them; instead, He invites us to consider the lilies of the field. These flowers neither toil nor spin, yet they're clothed in splendor that surpasses even Solomon's glory. The call to 'consider' isn't a casual glance—it's a deep meditation, an invitation to observe how our Heavenly Father provides. We learn three transformative truths: His eyes are on us, His hand is on us, and His heart is for us. Peace doesn't come from what we know, but from who knows us. Like a silversmith who keeps silver in the fire until he can see his reflection in it, God is refining us through our waiting, burning away everything that doesn't look like Him. The contrast is stark—the world frantically seeks after provision with obsessive craving, but we're called to rest in the knowledge that our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. This isn't about managing anxiety better; it's about laying it at His feet and letting Him do the work.</p> In a world where anxiety has become the third most common health disorder in our nation—affecting more people than diabetes and all cancers combined—Pastor David Williams invites us to consider a radically different perspective. Drawing from Matthew 6:25-32, this message challenges us to look beyond our worry windows filled with concerns about family, finances, work, and failures. Jesus doesn't dismiss our anxieties or tell us we're foolish for feeling them; instead, He invites us to consider the lilies of the field. These flowers neither toil nor spin, yet they're clothed in splendor that surpasses even Solomon's glory. The call to 'consider' isn't a casual glance—it's a deep meditation, an invitation to observe how our Heavenly Father provides. We learn three transformative truths: His eyes are on us, His hand is on us, and His heart is for us. Peace doesn't come from what we know, but from who knows us. Like a silversmith who keeps silver in the fire until he can see his reflection in it, God is refining us through our waiting, burning away everything that doesn't look like Him. The contrast is stark—the world frantically seeks after provision with obsessive craving, but we're called to rest in the knowledge that our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. This isn't about managing anxiety better; it's about laying it at His feet and letting Him do the work.

]]> Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2464 88 f457263727f030ee592d9751749f548d no The Way Out of Worry // More Than Enough: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to confront our anxieties head-on through the lens of faith. Drawing from Matthew 6, we're reminded of Jesus' profound words: 'Do not be anxious about your life.' This isn't just a suggestion, but a command rooted in understanding God's character and provision. We're invited to shift our perspective from worrying about earthly needs to trusting in God's abundant care. The analogy of birds, who neither sow nor reap yet are cared for by our Heavenly Father, beautifully illustrates God's attentiveness to our needs. This message encourages us to recalibrate our priorities, finding rest in God's care, and living with generosity. It's a call to move from a life dictated by worry to one characterized by trust and freedom in Christ.</p> <p>We're challenged to confront our anxieties head-on through the lens of faith. Drawing from Matthew 6, we're reminded of Jesus' profound words: 'Do not be anxious about your life.' This isn't just a suggestion, but a command rooted in understanding God's character and provision. We're invited to shift our perspective from worrying about earthly needs to trusting in God's abundant care. The analogy of birds, who neither sow nor reap yet are cared for by our Heavenly Father, beautifully illustrates God's attentiveness to our needs. This message encourages us to recalibrate our priorities, finding rest in God's care, and living with generosity. It's a call to move from a life dictated by worry to one characterized by trust and freedom in Christ.</p> We're challenged to confront our anxieties head-on through the lens of faith. Drawing from Matthew 6, we're reminded of Jesus' profound words: 'Do not be anxious about your life.' This isn't just a suggestion, but a command rooted in understanding God's character and provision. We're invited to shift our perspective from worrying about earthly needs to trusting in God's abundant care. The analogy of birds, who neither sow nor reap yet are cared for by our Heavenly Father, beautifully illustrates God's attentiveness to our needs. This message encourages us to recalibrate our priorities, finding rest in God's care, and living with generosity. It's a call to move from a life dictated by worry to one characterized by trust and freedom in Christ.

]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2551 89 0e9e14d1e3dff0dfed2d54299998c7cf no DONNY + HIS SWEETARTS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about the Parable of the Tenants and giving your first and best to Jesus in your everyday life. </p> <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about the Parable of the Tenants and giving your first and best to Jesus in your everyday life. </p> On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about the Parable of the Tenants and giving your first and best to Jesus in your everyday life.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2463 90 44ec45ee64217791f965e7da43eab60d no Only One Master // First & Best: Wk 02 Part 02 Donny Wadley <p>Explore Jesus' teachings on the importance of spiritual focus and undivided devotion to God. It emphasizes that our focus shapes who we become, and we cannot serve both God and money. The pastor encourages listeners to give God their first and best, both in terms of finances and overall devotion, leading to true freedom and abundant life.</p> <p>Explore Jesus' teachings on the importance of spiritual focus and undivided devotion to God. It emphasizes that our focus shapes who we become, and we cannot serve both God and money. The pastor encourages listeners to give God their first and best, both in terms of finances and overall devotion, leading to true freedom and abundant life.</p> Explore Jesus' teachings on the importance of spiritual focus and undivided devotion to God. It emphasizes that our focus shapes who we become, and we cannot serve both God and money. The pastor encourages listeners to give God their first and best, both in terms of finances and overall devotion, leading to true freedom and abundant life.

]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2584 91 7d3f97f8a7edb40a2c0efd598b214c92 no THE CHURCH WANTS YOUR MONEY Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about money and Matthew 6, along with a variety of other scripture references. </p> <p>On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about money and Matthew 6, along with a variety of other scripture references. </p> On today's episode, Donny and Dave talk about money and Matthew 6, along with a variety of other scripture references.

]]> Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2242 92 dfd1fa5e34dd7ee2aa3f05afb75e7867 no Only One Treasure // First & Best: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley Sun, 05 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2812 93 33e66f7cb688b84db0ef427b53e17a80 no YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO THIS ONE Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave talk about RENEW and what they witnessed the Lord do this past week. </p> <p>Donny and Dave talk about RENEW and what they witnessed the Lord do this past week. </p> Donny and Dave talk about RENEW and what they witnessed the Lord do this past week.

]]> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1968 94 167c69cd8aef904256d24cdb0ecc9e00 no 04: Mark McKeehan Sunday Morning at Renew25 Mark McKeehan <p>We're challenged to embrace the transformative truth of 'Christ in you, the hope of glory' from Colossians 1:27. This isn't just about Jesus being with us, but dwelling within us. We're reminded that our identity in Christ is not about our own efforts or goodness, but about His presence inside us. The speaker uses a vivid illustration to show how we are completely enveloped in God's presence when we accept Christ. This profound reality calls us to surrender our self-sufficiency and trust in Christ's sufficiency. We're encouraged to abide in Him daily, choosing to be Spirit-led rather than self-led. This message invites us to move beyond simply trying harder in our faith, to trusting deeper in the indwelling power of Christ.</p> <p>We're challenged to embrace the transformative truth of 'Christ in you, the hope of glory' from Colossians 1:27. This isn't just about Jesus being with us, but dwelling within us. We're reminded that our identity in Christ is not about our own efforts or goodness, but about His presence inside us. The speaker uses a vivid illustration to show how we are completely enveloped in God's presence when we accept Christ. This profound reality calls us to surrender our self-sufficiency and trust in Christ's sufficiency. We're encouraged to abide in Him daily, choosing to be Spirit-led rather than self-led. This message invites us to move beyond simply trying harder in our faith, to trusting deeper in the indwelling power of Christ.</p> We're challenged to embrace the transformative truth of 'Christ in you, the hope of glory' from Colossians 1:27. This isn't just about Jesus being with us, but dwelling within us. We're reminded that our identity in Christ is not about our own efforts or goodness, but about His presence inside us. The speaker uses a vivid illustration to show how we are completely enveloped in God's presence when we accept Christ. This profound reality calls us to surrender our self-sufficiency and trust in Christ's sufficiency. We're encouraged to abide in Him daily, choosing to be Spirit-led rather than self-led. This message invites us to move beyond simply trying harder in our faith, to trusting deeper in the indwelling power of Christ.

]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1292 95 e8a9742580996a61ebc53105ae0b5559 no Baptisms at Renew Conference - 10:45am Service Part 02 <p>Olivia Cates</p><p>Olivia first started going to church as a teenager but drifted away in college after being hurt by a very legalistic environment that left her fearful and uncertain. For years she wrestled with doubt, until about a year ago when she felt convicted to learn more about the Bible. As she studied its reliability, her faith in God was renewed, and she began looking for a church. She found Fountain City Church online and began watching the livestream every week.</p><p>Still nervous about walking in, she often drove by Fountain City Church, unsure if she’d ever come in person. One Sunday in July she told herself that if there was a parking spot out front, she’d go inside and let God do the rest. </p><p>There just so happened to be a spot open right by the front door. Little did she know, that was the very first Sunday our shuttle team had launched to open up parking for people just like her. From that first Sunday, God used the people she met at NextSteps, her new small group with Rose Harper, and the Belong class to draw her closer to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Amber Atkins</p><p>Amber began questioning faith a few months ago and started searching for truth. As she listened to the stories of others who had been changed by Jesus, she felt her heart being drawn to God in a way she had never experienced before. In the weeks leading up to the RENEW Conference, she prayed and asked God to guide her life, sensing that He was calling her to Himself. On Friday night at RENEW, Amber said she could no longer stand still, her whole body was shaking as she heard the Gospel… she knew it was time to surrender her life fully to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Lydia Harper</p><p>Lydia first sensed God calling her when she was about seven years old. The next day, while working on her Awana verses, she confessed her sins and prayed with her mom, trusting Jesus as her Savior. As she grew, she experienced seasons of strong faith and seasons of doubt. At thirteen, during a week at Camp Tapawingo, she recommitted herself to the Lord. Still, it wasn’t until her family came to Fountain City Church that Lydia says her faith truly became firm and personal. She now knows with confidence that her hope is in Jesus. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ, who died for her sins and gives her the gift of eternal life.</p><p><br></p><p>Will Payne</p><p>Will grew up with some connection to faith, but often drifted in and out of it. Earlier this year, he reached a very low point and even attempted to take his own life. While in the hospital, he experienced moments of clarity and peace, as if God was meeting him right where he was. When he woke up, he sensed a new hope and knew something had changed. Not long after, he began attending Fountain City Church and soon made a confession of faith in Jesus. Will says he has found real hope and life in Christ, who forgives, restores, and gives eternal life to all who trust in Him. Today he is being baptized to declare his new life in Jesus.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryder Norris</p><p>Ryder grew up in a Christian home but for many years didn’t personally believe in Jesus. He knew about Him but hadn’t trusted Him as Savior and Lord. That changed on Thursday night of the RENEW Conference. Surrounded by friends from Young Adults, men he now calls his brothers, Ryder sensed God drawing him to Himself. That night he surrendered his life to Jesus, believing with his whole heart that Christ truly is “the way, the truth, and the life.” Ryder says that moment changed everything, giving him new faith and hope in Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that he desires to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Shannon Eirich</p><p>Shannon has an experience at a church camp early in life, but realized later that she had just following the crowd and not truly surrendering to Jesus. Earlier this year, she and her husband Hobie joined Marc and Karen Arnold’s small group. When it was her turn to share her story, Shannon realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Christ. She told the group she longed to know Him personally and hear His voice. That evening, she placed her trust in Jesus and gave her life fully to Him. Today she’s being baptized as an act of obedience and faith, and she’s asked Karen to stand with her in this special moment.</p><p><br></p><p>Hobie Eirich</p><p>Hobie grew up hearing about God from his mom and, even as a child, began to believe that what he heard about Jesus was true. Still, for many years he tried to live life in his own strength and never fully surrendered his life to Christ. Over time, he realized that the gospel is not just good advice about how to live but the good news of what Jesus has already done… that He died for our sins, rose again, and offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who trust in Him. Recently, Hobie prayed to fully surrender his life to Jesus. Today he is being baptized alongside his wife, Shannon, to declare his faith in Christ and his desire to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryan Cardwell</p><p>Ryan first knew the gospel as a middle schooler at a school release crusade and felt God speaking to him. But as he grew older, he drifted and began living as if he could handle life on his own. Though he believed in Jesus, he realized he was not truly following Him. For years he felt the need to surrender but kept putting it off. This past Sunday, September 21st, Ryan finally yielded his life fully to Christ, declaring Jesus as Lord and committing to follow Him completely. Today he is being baptized as a testimony of that surrender, proclaiming that his life belongs to Jesus and he desires to live under His leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Kara Cardwell</p><p>Kara grew up in a Christian home and came to faith in Christ during a youth conference in middle school. She was blessed with friends who encouraged her walk with Jesus and with a family who laid a foundation of faith in her life. In college, her priorities shifted and her faith drifted for a season. God used her husband’s desire to lead their home in a Christ-centered way to draw her back. The birth of their daughter deepened Kara’s desire to raise her in a home that honors the Lord. This past year has stretched Kara’s faith and reminded her to lean on Jesus through every season. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ and her commitment to follow Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Andrew Barkley</p><p>Andrew grew up in a wonderful home and heard the good news of Jesus from an early age. While in college, he prayed with a leader to receive Christ as his Savior, but in the years that followed he never became part of a church community and says he wasn’t truly living as a follower of Jesus. Through it all, his family continued to pray for him and encourage him in his faith. His sister begged him to come to the RENEW Conference and he came! On Thursday evening, Andrew sensed God calling him to surrender fully and to lay everything in his life down at the feet of Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare that he belongs to Christ and desires to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Brandon Scarlett</p><p>Brandon has faced incredible trials… surviving a serious car accident as a teenager, a rattlesnake bite, and a devastating motorcycle accident that left him in a wheelchair. Through each near-death experience, God was drawing Brandon closer to Himself. In the hospital after his accident, Brandon says he came face-to-face with the reality of spiritual darkness, which made his faith in Jesus grow even stronger. Over the past few months at Fountain City Church, Brandon has fully surrendered his life to Christ and now lives with the confidence that Jesus has saved him. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that the gospel is the hope of the world.</p><p><br></p> <p>Olivia Cates</p><p>Olivia first started going to church as a teenager but drifted away in college after being hurt by a very legalistic environment that left her fearful and uncertain. For years she wrestled with doubt, until about a year ago when she felt convicted to learn more about the Bible. As she studied its reliability, her faith in God was renewed, and she began looking for a church. She found Fountain City Church online and began watching the livestream every week.</p><p>Still nervous about walking in, she often drove by Fountain City Church, unsure if she’d ever come in person. One Sunday in July she told herself that if there was a parking spot out front, she’d go inside and let God do the rest. </p><p>There just so happened to be a spot open right by the front door. Little did she know, that was the very first Sunday our shuttle team had launched to open up parking for people just like her. From that first Sunday, God used the people she met at NextSteps, her new small group with Rose Harper, and the Belong class to draw her closer to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Amber Atkins</p><p>Amber began questioning faith a few months ago and started searching for truth. As she listened to the stories of others who had been changed by Jesus, she felt her heart being drawn to God in a way she had never experienced before. In the weeks leading up to the RENEW Conference, she prayed and asked God to guide her life, sensing that He was calling her to Himself. On Friday night at RENEW, Amber said she could no longer stand still, her whole body was shaking as she heard the Gospel… she knew it was time to surrender her life fully to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Lydia Harper</p><p>Lydia first sensed God calling her when she was about seven years old. The next day, while working on her Awana verses, she confessed her sins and prayed with her mom, trusting Jesus as her Savior. As she grew, she experienced seasons of strong faith and seasons of doubt. At thirteen, during a week at Camp Tapawingo, she recommitted herself to the Lord. Still, it wasn’t until her family came to Fountain City Church that Lydia says her faith truly became firm and personal. She now knows with confidence that her hope is in Jesus. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ, who died for her sins and gives her the gift of eternal life.</p><p><br></p><p>Will Payne</p><p>Will grew up with some connection to faith, but often drifted in and out of it. Earlier this year, he reached a very low point and even attempted to take his own life. While in the hospital, he experienced moments of clarity and peace, as if God was meeting him right where he was. When he woke up, he sensed a new hope and knew something had changed. Not long after, he began attending Fountain City Church and soon made a confession of faith in Jesus. Will says he has found real hope and life in Christ, who forgives, restores, and gives eternal life to all who trust in Him. Today he is being baptized to declare his new life in Jesus.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryder Norris</p><p>Ryder grew up in a Christian home but for many years didn’t personally believe in Jesus. He knew about Him but hadn’t trusted Him as Savior and Lord. That changed on Thursday night of the RENEW Conference. Surrounded by friends from Young Adults, men he now calls his brothers, Ryder sensed God drawing him to Himself. That night he surrendered his life to Jesus, believing with his whole heart that Christ truly is “the way, the truth, and the life.” Ryder says that moment changed everything, giving him new faith and hope in Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that he desires to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Shannon Eirich</p><p>Shannon has an experience at a church camp early in life, but realized later that she had just following the crowd and not truly surrendering to Jesus. Earlier this year, she and her husband Hobie joined Marc and Karen Arnold’s small group. When it was her turn to share her story, Shannon realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Christ. She told the group she longed to know Him personally and hear His voice. That evening, she placed her trust in Jesus and gave her life fully to Him. Today she’s being baptized as an act of obedience and faith, and she’s asked Karen to stand with her in this special moment.</p><p><br></p><p>Hobie Eirich</p><p>Hobie grew up hearing about God from his mom and, even as a child, began to believe that what he heard about Jesus was true. Still, for many years he tried to live life in his own strength and never fully surrendered his life to Christ. Over time, he realized that the gospel is not just good advice about how to live but the good news of what Jesus has already done… that He died for our sins, rose again, and offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who trust in Him. Recently, Hobie prayed to fully surrender his life to Jesus. Today he is being baptized alongside his wife, Shannon, to declare his faith in Christ and his desire to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryan Cardwell</p><p>Ryan first knew the gospel as a middle schooler at a school release crusade and felt God speaking to him. But as he grew older, he drifted and began living as if he could handle life on his own. Though he believed in Jesus, he realized he was not truly following Him. For years he felt the need to surrender but kept putting it off. This past Sunday, September 21st, Ryan finally yielded his life fully to Christ, declaring Jesus as Lord and committing to follow Him completely. Today he is being baptized as a testimony of that surrender, proclaiming that his life belongs to Jesus and he desires to live under His leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Kara Cardwell</p><p>Kara grew up in a Christian home and came to faith in Christ during a youth conference in middle school. She was blessed with friends who encouraged her walk with Jesus and with a family who laid a foundation of faith in her life. In college, her priorities shifted and her faith drifted for a season. God used her husband’s desire to lead their home in a Christ-centered way to draw her back. The birth of their daughter deepened Kara’s desire to raise her in a home that honors the Lord. This past year has stretched Kara’s faith and reminded her to lean on Jesus through every season. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ and her commitment to follow Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Andrew Barkley</p><p>Andrew grew up in a wonderful home and heard the good news of Jesus from an early age. While in college, he prayed with a leader to receive Christ as his Savior, but in the years that followed he never became part of a church community and says he wasn’t truly living as a follower of Jesus. Through it all, his family continued to pray for him and encourage him in his faith. His sister begged him to come to the RENEW Conference and he came! On Thursday evening, Andrew sensed God calling him to surrender fully and to lay everything in his life down at the feet of Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare that he belongs to Christ and desires to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Brandon Scarlett</p><p>Brandon has faced incredible trials… surviving a serious car accident as a teenager, a rattlesnake bite, and a devastating motorcycle accident that left him in a wheelchair. Through each near-death experience, God was drawing Brandon closer to Himself. In the hospital after his accident, Brandon says he came face-to-face with the reality of spiritual darkness, which made his faith in Jesus grow even stronger. Over the past few months at Fountain City Church, Brandon has fully surrendered his life to Christ and now lives with the confidence that Jesus has saved him. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that the gospel is the hope of the world.</p><p><br></p> Olivia Cates

Olivia first started going to church as a teenager but drifted away in college after being hurt by a very legalistic environment that left her fearful and uncertain. For years she wrestled with doubt, until about a year ago when she felt convicted to learn more about the Bible. As she studied its reliability, her faith in God was renewed, and she began looking for a church. She found Fountain City Church online and began watching the livestream every week.

Still nervous about walking in, she often drove by Fountain City Church, unsure if she’d ever come in person. One Sunday in July she told herself that if there was a parking spot out front, she’d go inside and let God do the rest. 

There just so happened to be a spot open right by the front door. Little did she know, that was the very first Sunday our shuttle team had launched to open up parking for people just like her. From that first Sunday, God used the people she met at NextSteps, her new small group with Rose Harper, and the Belong class to draw her closer to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.


Amber Atkins

Amber began questioning faith a few months ago and started searching for truth. As she listened to the stories of others who had been changed by Jesus, she felt her heart being drawn to God in a way she had never experienced before. In the weeks leading up to the RENEW Conference, she prayed and asked God to guide her life, sensing that He was calling her to Himself. On Friday night at RENEW, Amber said she could no longer stand still, her whole body was shaking as she heard the Gospel… she knew it was time to surrender her life fully to Christ. Today she is being baptized to declare her faith in Jesus and the new life she has found in Him.


Lydia Harper

Lydia first sensed God calling her when she was about seven years old. The next day, while working on her Awana verses, she confessed her sins and prayed with her mom, trusting Jesus as her Savior. As she grew, she experienced seasons of strong faith and seasons of doubt. At thirteen, during a week at Camp Tapawingo, she recommitted herself to the Lord. Still, it wasn’t until her family came to Fountain City Church that Lydia says her faith truly became firm and personal. She now knows with confidence that her hope is in Jesus. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ, who died for her sins and gives her the gift of eternal life.


Will Payne

Will grew up with some connection to faith, but often drifted in and out of it. Earlier this year, he reached a very low point and even attempted to take his own life. While in the hospital, he experienced moments of clarity and peace, as if God was meeting him right where he was. When he woke up, he sensed a new hope and knew something had changed. Not long after, he began attending Fountain City Church and soon made a confession of faith in Jesus. Will says he has found real hope and life in Christ, who forgives, restores, and gives eternal life to all who trust in Him. Today he is being baptized to declare his new life in Jesus.


Ryder Norris

Ryder grew up in a Christian home but for many years didn’t personally believe in Jesus. He knew about Him but hadn’t trusted Him as Savior and Lord. That changed on Thursday night of the RENEW Conference. Surrounded by friends from Young Adults, men he now calls his brothers, Ryder sensed God drawing him to Himself. That night he surrendered his life to Jesus, believing with his whole heart that Christ truly is “the way, the truth, and the life.” Ryder says that moment changed everything, giving him new faith and hope in Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that he desires to follow Him completely.


Shannon Eirich

Shannon has an experience at a church camp early in life, but realized later that she had just following the crowd and not truly surrendering to Jesus. Earlier this year, she and her husband Hobie joined Marc and Karen Arnold’s small group. When it was her turn to share her story, Shannon realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Christ. She told the group she longed to know Him personally and hear His voice. That evening, she placed her trust in Jesus and gave her life fully to Him. Today she’s being baptized as an act of obedience and faith, and she’s asked Karen to stand with her in this special moment.


Hobie Eirich

Hobie grew up hearing about God from his mom and, even as a child, began to believe that what he heard about Jesus was true. Still, for many years he tried to live life in his own strength and never fully surrendered his life to Christ. Over time, he realized that the gospel is not just good advice about how to live but the good news of what Jesus has already done… that He died for our sins, rose again, and offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who trust in Him. Recently, Hobie prayed to fully surrender his life to Jesus. Today he is being baptized alongside his wife, Shannon, to declare his faith in Christ and his desire to follow Him completely.


Ryan Cardwell

Ryan first knew the gospel as a middle schooler at a school release crusade and felt God speaking to him. But as he grew older, he drifted and began living as if he could handle life on his own. Though he believed in Jesus, he realized he was not truly following Him. For years he felt the need to surrender but kept putting it off. This past Sunday, September 21st, Ryan finally yielded his life fully to Christ, declaring Jesus as Lord and committing to follow Him completely. Today he is being baptized as a testimony of that surrender, proclaiming that his life belongs to Jesus and he desires to live under His leadership.


Kara Cardwell

Kara grew up in a Christian home and came to faith in Christ during a youth conference in middle school. She was blessed with friends who encouraged her walk with Jesus and with a family who laid a foundation of faith in her life. In college, her priorities shifted and her faith drifted for a season. God used her husband’s desire to lead their home in a Christ-centered way to draw her back. The birth of their daughter deepened Kara’s desire to raise her in a home that honors the Lord. This past year has stretched Kara’s faith and reminded her to lean on Jesus through every season. Today she is being baptized to declare her trust in Christ and her commitment to follow Him.


Andrew Barkley

Andrew grew up in a wonderful home and heard the good news of Jesus from an early age. While in college, he prayed with a leader to receive Christ as his Savior, but in the years that followed he never became part of a church community and says he wasn’t truly living as a follower of Jesus. Through it all, his family continued to pray for him and encourage him in his faith. His sister begged him to come to the RENEW Conference and he came! On Thursday evening, Andrew sensed God calling him to surrender fully and to lay everything in his life down at the feet of Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare that he belongs to Christ and desires to follow Him completely.


Brandon Scarlett

Brandon has faced incredible trials… surviving a serious car accident as a teenager, a rattlesnake bite, and a devastating motorcycle accident that left him in a wheelchair. Through each near-death experience, God was drawing Brandon closer to Himself. In the hospital after his accident, Brandon says he came face-to-face with the reality of spiritual darkness, which made his faith in Jesus grow even stronger. Over the past few months at Fountain City Church, Brandon has fully surrendered his life to Christ and now lives with the confidence that Jesus has saved him. Today he is being baptized to declare publicly that his life belongs to Jesus and that the gospel is the hope of the world.


]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 995 96 cedd95de150520e6ffbd146e62c0b3c9 no Baptisms at Renew Conference - 9am Service Part 01 <p>Donna Corum</p><p>Donna grew up in a Christian home, surrounded by faithful parents and grandparents. She attended church regularly, always believing in Jesus but not yet understanding what it meant to follow Him completely and proclaim the gospel through baptism. Since attending Fountain City Church, the Lord has been stirring her heart to take this step of obedience. As she was studying God’s Word, the Holy Spirit broke her heart with Acts 22:16: “And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized…” It was this verse helped her realize that baptism is an outward expression of a personal surrender to Jesus. Today she joyfully follows Christ in baptism, proclaiming her trust in Him as her Savior.</p><p><br></p><p>Logan Hall</p><p>When Logan was six years old, he began asking his mom how he could go to heaven. She sat with him and read from the Storybook Bible, explaining that Jesus is God’s Son who never sinned, but died on the cross in our place so that we can be forgiven and have eternal life with Him. That night, Logan believed in Jesus and put his trust in Him as his Savior. Over the years he has continued to grow in his understanding of what it means to follow Jesus. Today, at age eleven, Logan is being baptized to share publicly that he belongs to Jesus and wants to follow Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Emory Carter</p><p>Emory remembers feeling overwhelmed by her family’s move and the changes in her life. In the middle of that season, she realized her heart was longing for peace that only Jesus could give. While at Youth Group on a Wednesday night, she heard the good news of the gospel, that Jesus lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again so we could be forgiven and have eternal life. That night, Emory put her trust in Jesus and gave her life to Him. Today she is being baptized to share that she belongs to Jesus and has found the peace she was searching for in following Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Kayla Carter</p><p>Kayla grew up in church and for many years thought she was saved. But at age 28, she realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Jesus. That was when she placed her faith in Christ and received Him as her Savior. For years she has carried the sense that she needed to publicly affirm the step she took when she truly trusted in Jesus. Today, with joy and conviction, Kayla is being baptized as a follower of Christ, celebrating the gospel, that Jesus died for our sins so we may be saved.</p><p><br></p><p>Carol Rudolph</p><p>Carol first surrendered her life to Jesus as a young girl and has known His love throughout her life. Over the years, there were seasons when she reconnected with Him in fresh ways, but recently she has experienced a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Christ. As she’s grown in God’s Word and listened to the testimonies of others sharing how the Lord has worked in their lives, she realized that baptism is a public declaration of full surrender to Jesus. Moved by that truth, Carol is now taking this step of obedience. Today she is being baptized alongside her husband Jeff to celebrate her faith in Jesus and her commitment to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Jeff Rudolph</p><p>Jeff grew up in a Christian home and has believed in Jesus for much of his life. Over the years, however, he has come to understand that following Christ is not just about believing in Him but about surrendering every part of life to Him. Jeff says that his time at Fountain City Church has deepened his walk with the Lord and drawn him closer to Jesus than ever before. He now desires to live as a fully devoted follower of Christ. Today, together with his wife, Jeff is being baptized to publicly declare his faith in Jesus and his desire to follow Him, trusting the good news of our loving and merciful God.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Michelle Pritchard</p><p>Michelle’s story is one of God’s patience and grace. For many years she walked away from the Lord, angry and hurting, and went down a dark road. By God’s mercy, she has now been clean for thirteen years, and this week she proclaimed that she has truly surrendered her life to Jesus and found lasting hope in Him. She has experienced the love and forgiveness of Christ in a new way and is learning what it means to follow Him fully. Today she is being baptized to proclaim that Jesus has saved her, restored her, and given her new life. She wants everyone to know that the good news of the gospel is real.</p><p><br></p><p>Guido Fallerino</p><p>Guido came to the RENEW Conference carrying years of trying to make life work in his own strength. For a long time, he believed he had to earn his way to God, but no matter how hard he tried, it never brought peace. On Thursday night of the conference, as he heard the good news of the gospel… that Christ’s death and resurrection paid the full price for our sins… he realized that grace was even for someone like him. Guido says that in that moment he knew it was time to stop striving and to come home to Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Christ and the new life he has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan Young</p><p>Dan first trusted Christ as his Savior the summer before his junior year of high school at a youth retreat, but he never followed that decision with baptism. Over the past few months, he has sensed God calling him to step up as the Christian husband and father he is meant to be and to lead his family in faith. Dan says he’s spent years living as a passive believer, “dragging around the corpse of my old self,” and now he’s ready to bury that old life and live fully for Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Jesus, who died and rose again so that all who believe in Him may have eternal life.</p><p><br></p><p>Kylie Bounds</p><p>Kylie first began attending church in fifth grade after her mom remarried. Around age eleven she came to understand who Jesus is and, at a church conference in sixth grade, trusted Him as her Savior. Though she has walked with Jesus since that time, she was never encouraged to be baptized and didn’t fully understand the importance of this public declaration of faith until later in college.</p><p>For years, baptism stayed on her heart, but she never felt settled in a church where she could take that step. That changed when she came to Fountain City Church. Here she has found a Christ-centered community that has encouraged her, strengthened her faith, and helped her grow in God’s Word.</p><p>Over the past year Kylie’s relationship with Jesus has deepened, giving her a new confidence in Him and an unshakable desire to live fully for Christ. Today she is being baptized to joyfully declare her faith in Jesus and celebrate the new life she has in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Mackenzie Harbin</p><p>Mackenzie says her grandmother was the greatest influence in pointing her to Jesus. She remembers her grandmother’s wisdom, Christ-like character, and humble faith, and how she consistently drew Mackenzie toward God when the world was pulling her in other directions. Over the years, Mackenzie admits she often felt lukewarm in her faith and at times wandered into things that were not what God wanted for her. Recently, she has come to a place of surrender, ready to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Today she is being baptized to declare that she has been washed clean and forgiven through Christ, who died for our sins so we could have eternal life with Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Morghan Harbin</p><p>Morghan first came to know Jesus at a church service in 2015, but for several years her faith felt distant and inconsistent. While living in Dallas, she learned from a family she nannied for what it meant to spend daily time with the Lord and have a real relationship with Him. Soon after, she faced an unexpected pregnancy and felt uncertain about her future, yet God graciously met her where she was and began shaping her life and her family. Moving to Knoxville and becoming part of Fountain City Church has been a turning point, helping her grow in her faith and experience Christ in a deeper way. Today, Morghan is being baptizedalong with her husband to celebrate her new life in Jesus and her desire to follow Him together as a family.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Caden Harbin</p><p>Caden grew up in church, surrounded by believers, but for many years never fully committed his life to Christ. In college, his roommate, who led FCA, showed him what it truly meant to follow Jesus. After graduation, becoming a father opened Caden’s eyes to the kind of example he wanted to set for his son. This past year, finding Fountain City Church has been one of the greatest blessings of his life, strengthening his faith and shaping him as a husband and father. He and Morghan got married LAST SUNDAY and are committed to keeping God at the center of their home. Today Caden is being baptized as a declaration of his trust in Jesus and his desire to lead his family to follow Christ together.</p> <p>Donna Corum</p><p>Donna grew up in a Christian home, surrounded by faithful parents and grandparents. She attended church regularly, always believing in Jesus but not yet understanding what it meant to follow Him completely and proclaim the gospel through baptism. Since attending Fountain City Church, the Lord has been stirring her heart to take this step of obedience. As she was studying God’s Word, the Holy Spirit broke her heart with Acts 22:16: “And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized…” It was this verse helped her realize that baptism is an outward expression of a personal surrender to Jesus. Today she joyfully follows Christ in baptism, proclaiming her trust in Him as her Savior.</p><p><br></p><p>Logan Hall</p><p>When Logan was six years old, he began asking his mom how he could go to heaven. She sat with him and read from the Storybook Bible, explaining that Jesus is God’s Son who never sinned, but died on the cross in our place so that we can be forgiven and have eternal life with Him. That night, Logan believed in Jesus and put his trust in Him as his Savior. Over the years he has continued to grow in his understanding of what it means to follow Jesus. Today, at age eleven, Logan is being baptized to share publicly that he belongs to Jesus and wants to follow Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Emory Carter</p><p>Emory remembers feeling overwhelmed by her family’s move and the changes in her life. In the middle of that season, she realized her heart was longing for peace that only Jesus could give. While at Youth Group on a Wednesday night, she heard the good news of the gospel, that Jesus lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again so we could be forgiven and have eternal life. That night, Emory put her trust in Jesus and gave her life to Him. Today she is being baptized to share that she belongs to Jesus and has found the peace she was searching for in following Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Kayla Carter</p><p>Kayla grew up in church and for many years thought she was saved. But at age 28, she realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Jesus. That was when she placed her faith in Christ and received Him as her Savior. For years she has carried the sense that she needed to publicly affirm the step she took when she truly trusted in Jesus. Today, with joy and conviction, Kayla is being baptized as a follower of Christ, celebrating the gospel, that Jesus died for our sins so we may be saved.</p><p><br></p><p>Carol Rudolph</p><p>Carol first surrendered her life to Jesus as a young girl and has known His love throughout her life. Over the years, there were seasons when she reconnected with Him in fresh ways, but recently she has experienced a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Christ. As she’s grown in God’s Word and listened to the testimonies of others sharing how the Lord has worked in their lives, she realized that baptism is a public declaration of full surrender to Jesus. Moved by that truth, Carol is now taking this step of obedience. Today she is being baptized alongside her husband Jeff to celebrate her faith in Jesus and her commitment to follow Him completely.</p><p><br></p><p>Jeff Rudolph</p><p>Jeff grew up in a Christian home and has believed in Jesus for much of his life. Over the years, however, he has come to understand that following Christ is not just about believing in Him but about surrendering every part of life to Him. Jeff says that his time at Fountain City Church has deepened his walk with the Lord and drawn him closer to Jesus than ever before. He now desires to live as a fully devoted follower of Christ. Today, together with his wife, Jeff is being baptized to publicly declare his faith in Jesus and his desire to follow Him, trusting the good news of our loving and merciful God.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Michelle Pritchard</p><p>Michelle’s story is one of God’s patience and grace. For many years she walked away from the Lord, angry and hurting, and went down a dark road. By God’s mercy, she has now been clean for thirteen years, and this week she proclaimed that she has truly surrendered her life to Jesus and found lasting hope in Him. She has experienced the love and forgiveness of Christ in a new way and is learning what it means to follow Him fully. Today she is being baptized to proclaim that Jesus has saved her, restored her, and given her new life. She wants everyone to know that the good news of the gospel is real.</p><p><br></p><p>Guido Fallerino</p><p>Guido came to the RENEW Conference carrying years of trying to make life work in his own strength. For a long time, he believed he had to earn his way to God, but no matter how hard he tried, it never brought peace. On Thursday night of the conference, as he heard the good news of the gospel… that Christ’s death and resurrection paid the full price for our sins… he realized that grace was even for someone like him. Guido says that in that moment he knew it was time to stop striving and to come home to Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Christ and the new life he has found in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan Young</p><p>Dan first trusted Christ as his Savior the summer before his junior year of high school at a youth retreat, but he never followed that decision with baptism. Over the past few months, he has sensed God calling him to step up as the Christian husband and father he is meant to be and to lead his family in faith. Dan says he’s spent years living as a passive believer, “dragging around the corpse of my old self,” and now he’s ready to bury that old life and live fully for Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Jesus, who died and rose again so that all who believe in Him may have eternal life.</p><p><br></p><p>Kylie Bounds</p><p>Kylie first began attending church in fifth grade after her mom remarried. Around age eleven she came to understand who Jesus is and, at a church conference in sixth grade, trusted Him as her Savior. Though she has walked with Jesus since that time, she was never encouraged to be baptized and didn’t fully understand the importance of this public declaration of faith until later in college.</p><p>For years, baptism stayed on her heart, but she never felt settled in a church where she could take that step. That changed when she came to Fountain City Church. Here she has found a Christ-centered community that has encouraged her, strengthened her faith, and helped her grow in God’s Word.</p><p>Over the past year Kylie’s relationship with Jesus has deepened, giving her a new confidence in Him and an unshakable desire to live fully for Christ. Today she is being baptized to joyfully declare her faith in Jesus and celebrate the new life she has in Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Mackenzie Harbin</p><p>Mackenzie says her grandmother was the greatest influence in pointing her to Jesus. She remembers her grandmother’s wisdom, Christ-like character, and humble faith, and how she consistently drew Mackenzie toward God when the world was pulling her in other directions. Over the years, Mackenzie admits she often felt lukewarm in her faith and at times wandered into things that were not what God wanted for her. Recently, she has come to a place of surrender, ready to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Today she is being baptized to declare that she has been washed clean and forgiven through Christ, who died for our sins so we could have eternal life with Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Morghan Harbin</p><p>Morghan first came to know Jesus at a church service in 2015, but for several years her faith felt distant and inconsistent. While living in Dallas, she learned from a family she nannied for what it meant to spend daily time with the Lord and have a real relationship with Him. Soon after, she faced an unexpected pregnancy and felt uncertain about her future, yet God graciously met her where she was and began shaping her life and her family. Moving to Knoxville and becoming part of Fountain City Church has been a turning point, helping her grow in her faith and experience Christ in a deeper way. Today, Morghan is being baptizedalong with her husband to celebrate her new life in Jesus and her desire to follow Him together as a family.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Caden Harbin</p><p>Caden grew up in church, surrounded by believers, but for many years never fully committed his life to Christ. In college, his roommate, who led FCA, showed him what it truly meant to follow Jesus. After graduation, becoming a father opened Caden’s eyes to the kind of example he wanted to set for his son. This past year, finding Fountain City Church has been one of the greatest blessings of his life, strengthening his faith and shaping him as a husband and father. He and Morghan got married LAST SUNDAY and are committed to keeping God at the center of their home. Today Caden is being baptized as a declaration of his trust in Jesus and his desire to lead his family to follow Christ together.</p> Donna Corum

Donna grew up in a Christian home, surrounded by faithful parents and grandparents. She attended church regularly, always believing in Jesus but not yet understanding what it meant to follow Him completely and proclaim the gospel through baptism. Since attending Fountain City Church, the Lord has been stirring her heart to take this step of obedience. As she was studying God’s Word, the Holy Spirit broke her heart with Acts 22:16: “And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized…” It was this verse helped her realize that baptism is an outward expression of a personal surrender to Jesus. Today she joyfully follows Christ in baptism, proclaiming her trust in Him as her Savior.


Logan Hall

When Logan was six years old, he began asking his mom how he could go to heaven. She sat with him and read from the Storybook Bible, explaining that Jesus is God’s Son who never sinned, but died on the cross in our place so that we can be forgiven and have eternal life with Him. That night, Logan believed in Jesus and put his trust in Him as his Savior. Over the years he has continued to grow in his understanding of what it means to follow Jesus. Today, at age eleven, Logan is being baptized to share publicly that he belongs to Jesus and wants to follow Him.


Emory Carter

Emory remembers feeling overwhelmed by her family’s move and the changes in her life. In the middle of that season, she realized her heart was longing for peace that only Jesus could give. While at Youth Group on a Wednesday night, she heard the good news of the gospel, that Jesus lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again so we could be forgiven and have eternal life. That night, Emory put her trust in Jesus and gave her life to Him. Today she is being baptized to share that she belongs to Jesus and has found the peace she was searching for in following Him.


Kayla Carter

Kayla grew up in church and for many years thought she was saved. But at age 28, she realized she had never truly surrendered her life to Jesus. That was when she placed her faith in Christ and received Him as her Savior. For years she has carried the sense that she needed to publicly affirm the step she took when she truly trusted in Jesus. Today, with joy and conviction, Kayla is being baptized as a follower of Christ, celebrating the gospel, that Jesus died for our sins so we may be saved.


Carol Rudolph

Carol first surrendered her life to Jesus as a young girl and has known His love throughout her life. Over the years, there were seasons when she reconnected with Him in fresh ways, but recently she has experienced a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Christ. As she’s grown in God’s Word and listened to the testimonies of others sharing how the Lord has worked in their lives, she realized that baptism is a public declaration of full surrender to Jesus. Moved by that truth, Carol is now taking this step of obedience. Today she is being baptized alongside her husband Jeff to celebrate her faith in Jesus and her commitment to follow Him completely.


Jeff Rudolph

Jeff grew up in a Christian home and has believed in Jesus for much of his life. Over the years, however, he has come to understand that following Christ is not just about believing in Him but about surrendering every part of life to Him. Jeff says that his time at Fountain City Church has deepened his walk with the Lord and drawn him closer to Jesus than ever before. He now desires to live as a fully devoted follower of Christ. Today, together with his wife, Jeff is being baptized to publicly declare his faith in Jesus and his desire to follow Him, trusting the good news of our loving and merciful God.



Michelle Pritchard

Michelle’s story is one of God’s patience and grace. For many years she walked away from the Lord, angry and hurting, and went down a dark road. By God’s mercy, she has now been clean for thirteen years, and this week she proclaimed that she has truly surrendered her life to Jesus and found lasting hope in Him. She has experienced the love and forgiveness of Christ in a new way and is learning what it means to follow Him fully. Today she is being baptized to proclaim that Jesus has saved her, restored her, and given her new life. She wants everyone to know that the good news of the gospel is real.


Guido Fallerino

Guido came to the RENEW Conference carrying years of trying to make life work in his own strength. For a long time, he believed he had to earn his way to God, but no matter how hard he tried, it never brought peace. On Thursday night of the conference, as he heard the good news of the gospel… that Christ’s death and resurrection paid the full price for our sins… he realized that grace was even for someone like him. Guido says that in that moment he knew it was time to stop striving and to come home to Jesus. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Christ and the new life he has found in Him.


Dan Young

Dan first trusted Christ as his Savior the summer before his junior year of high school at a youth retreat, but he never followed that decision with baptism. Over the past few months, he has sensed God calling him to step up as the Christian husband and father he is meant to be and to lead his family in faith. Dan says he’s spent years living as a passive believer, “dragging around the corpse of my old self,” and now he’s ready to bury that old life and live fully for Christ. Today he is being baptized to declare his faith in Jesus, who died and rose again so that all who believe in Him may have eternal life.


Kylie Bounds

Kylie first began attending church in fifth grade after her mom remarried. Around age eleven she came to understand who Jesus is and, at a church conference in sixth grade, trusted Him as her Savior. Though she has walked with Jesus since that time, she was never encouraged to be baptized and didn’t fully understand the importance of this public declaration of faith until later in college.

For years, baptism stayed on her heart, but she never felt settled in a church where she could take that step. That changed when she came to Fountain City Church. Here she has found a Christ-centered community that has encouraged her, strengthened her faith, and helped her grow in God’s Word.

Over the past year Kylie’s relationship with Jesus has deepened, giving her a new confidence in Him and an unshakable desire to live fully for Christ. Today she is being baptized to joyfully declare her faith in Jesus and celebrate the new life she has in Him.


Mackenzie Harbin

Mackenzie says her grandmother was the greatest influence in pointing her to Jesus. She remembers her grandmother’s wisdom, Christ-like character, and humble faith, and how she consistently drew Mackenzie toward God when the world was pulling her in other directions. Over the years, Mackenzie admits she often felt lukewarm in her faith and at times wandered into things that were not what God wanted for her. Recently, she has come to a place of surrender, ready to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Today she is being baptized to declare that she has been washed clean and forgiven through Christ, who died for our sins so we could have eternal life with Him.


Morghan Harbin

Morghan first came to know Jesus at a church service in 2015, but for several years her faith felt distant and inconsistent. While living in Dallas, she learned from a family she nannied for what it meant to spend daily time with the Lord and have a real relationship with Him. Soon after, she faced an unexpected pregnancy and felt uncertain about her future, yet God graciously met her where she was and began shaping her life and her family. Moving to Knoxville and becoming part of Fountain City Church has been a turning point, helping her grow in her faith and experience Christ in a deeper way. Today, Morghan is being baptizedalong with her husband to celebrate her new life in Jesus and her desire to follow Him together as a family.



Caden Harbin

Caden grew up in church, surrounded by believers, but for many years never fully committed his life to Christ. In college, his roommate, who led FCA, showed him what it truly meant to follow Jesus. After graduation, becoming a father opened Caden’s eyes to the kind of example he wanted to set for his son. This past year, finding Fountain City Church has been one of the greatest blessings of his life, strengthening his faith and shaping him as a husband and father. He and Morghan got married LAST SUNDAY and are committed to keeping God at the center of their home. Today Caden is being baptized as a declaration of his trust in Jesus and his desire to lead his family to follow Christ together.

]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 5544 97 9fbe988352be0d8b0108d1207963fb97 no 03: Tony Buchanan Friday Night at Renew25 Tony Buchanan Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2993 98 2f9b5933f118008c4813472a8aecbe81 no 02: Jonathan Akin Thursday Night at Renew25 Jonathan Akin <p>We dive deep into Hebrews 11, often called the 'Hall of Faith.' This passage challenges our common misconceptions about what true faith looks like. We learn that sometimes God delivers believers immediately through miracles or behind-the-scenes work, while other times He gives us the grace to endure suffering. The key is understanding that God's deliverance is best, whether it comes immediately or eternally. We're reminded of heroes like Daniel in the lions' den and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, who demonstrated unwavering faith in both triumph and tragedy. This message encourages us to hold onto God even in our darkest moments, knowing that our enduring faith can be a powerful testimony to the world. As we run our race of faith, we're called to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the ultimate example of endurance through suffering for a greater purpose.</p> <p>We dive deep into Hebrews 11, often called the 'Hall of Faith.' This passage challenges our common misconceptions about what true faith looks like. We learn that sometimes God delivers believers immediately through miracles or behind-the-scenes work, while other times He gives us the grace to endure suffering. The key is understanding that God's deliverance is best, whether it comes immediately or eternally. We're reminded of heroes like Daniel in the lions' den and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, who demonstrated unwavering faith in both triumph and tragedy. This message encourages us to hold onto God even in our darkest moments, knowing that our enduring faith can be a powerful testimony to the world. As we run our race of faith, we're called to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the ultimate example of endurance through suffering for a greater purpose.</p> We dive deep into Hebrews 11, often called the 'Hall of Faith.' This passage challenges our common misconceptions about what true faith looks like. We learn that sometimes God delivers believers immediately through miracles or behind-the-scenes work, while other times He gives us the grace to endure suffering. The key is understanding that God's deliverance is best, whether it comes immediately or eternally. We're reminded of heroes like Daniel in the lions' den and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, who demonstrated unwavering faith in both triumph and tragedy. This message encourages us to hold onto God even in our darkest moments, knowing that our enduring faith can be a powerful testimony to the world. As we run our race of faith, we're called to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the ultimate example of endurance through suffering for a greater purpose.

]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2470 99 7dffec2a5e682b902eb5b092da560f70 no 01: Cory Lethgo Wednesday Night at Renew25 Cory Lethgo <p>We're challenged to raise our expectations of what God can do in our lives. The story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the temple gate in Acts 3 serves as a profound reminder that God often exceeds our expectations in miraculous ways. We're encouraged to see interruptions as divine setups for God's intervention. The beautiful gate, where the lame man sat daily, symbolizes how we sometimes settle for less when God wants to offer us complete transformation. This narrative invites us to reflect on areas in our lives where we may have lowered our expectations due to prolonged waiting or disappointment. Are we merely seeking support in our current condition, or are we open to God's transformative power? The message urges us to anchor our hope in God's character rather than our circumstances, reminding us that the answer to every broken part of us is always Jesus Christ.</p> <p>We're challenged to raise our expectations of what God can do in our lives. The story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the temple gate in Acts 3 serves as a profound reminder that God often exceeds our expectations in miraculous ways. We're encouraged to see interruptions as divine setups for God's intervention. The beautiful gate, where the lame man sat daily, symbolizes how we sometimes settle for less when God wants to offer us complete transformation. This narrative invites us to reflect on areas in our lives where we may have lowered our expectations due to prolonged waiting or disappointment. Are we merely seeking support in our current condition, or are we open to God's transformative power? The message urges us to anchor our hope in God's character rather than our circumstances, reminding us that the answer to every broken part of us is always Jesus Christ.</p> We're challenged to raise our expectations of what God can do in our lives. The story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the temple gate in Acts 3 serves as a profound reminder that God often exceeds our expectations in miraculous ways. We're encouraged to see interruptions as divine setups for God's intervention. The beautiful gate, where the lame man sat daily, symbolizes how we sometimes settle for less when God wants to offer us complete transformation. This narrative invites us to reflect on areas in our lives where we may have lowered our expectations due to prolonged waiting or disappointment. Are we merely seeking support in our current condition, or are we open to God's transformative power? The message urges us to anchor our hope in God's character rather than our circumstances, reminding us that the answer to every broken part of us is always Jesus Christ.

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2145 100 f4f6fddb4c5c1803f895361c442aaf52 no READY FOR RENEW + SEEKING SURRENDER Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode, Donny & Dave talk about how God is moving throughout the church, getting ready for Renew Conference, Habakkuk, and the Prenew series.</p> <p>In this episode, Donny & Dave talk about how God is moving throughout the church, getting ready for Renew Conference, Habakkuk, and the Prenew series.</p> In this episode, Donny & Dave talk about how God is moving throughout the church, getting ready for Renew Conference, Habakkuk, and the Prenew series.

]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2170 101 d55de545b7c8cb97e11af66f8a8777d1 no Be Ready // Prenew: Wk 05 Part 05 Donny Wadley <p>In a world that often feels chaotic and broken, many of us find ourselves longing for something more - a divine intervention, a spiritual awakening, a personal revival. But how do we invite such transformation into our lives? The answer may lie in a powerful passage from Isaiah 64, which offers timeless wisdom for those seeking renewal.</p><p>The cry of the desperate heart is captured beautifully in Isaiah's words: "Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains might quake at your presence." This isn't a polite request or a casual prayer. It's a raw, almost violent plea for God to tear open the sky and break into our reality. It's the language of someone who knows that unless God shows up, nothing will change.</p><p>This desperation is the soil where revival grows. It's not about manufacturing spiritual excitement or implementing clever strategies. True renewal begins when we finally admit, "God, I can't do this on my own. I need you to intervene." It's in these moments of complete surrender that we often see God move most powerfully.</p><p>Consider the story of 33 Chilean miners trapped nearly half a mile underground in 2010. For 17 days, they had no idea if anyone even knew they were alive. Imagine the desperation - no light, dwindling food, oxygen running low. They couldn't dig themselves out or engineer their own rescue. Their only hope was that someone from the outside would break through. After 69 agonizing days, every single miner was pulled to safety. This miraculous rescue illustrates the heart of Isaiah's prayer: "God, we're trapped. We can't save ourselves. We need you to break in and rescue us."</p><p>But here's a profound truth that sets the God of the Bible apart from every other deity: He acts on behalf of those who wait for Him. While other religions demand that people perform rituals, make sacrifices, or climb spiritual ladders to reach the divine, the one true God flips the script. He comes down to us. Our role is not to hustle our way into His presence, but to wait - actively, dependently, and expectantly.</p><p>This waiting isn't passive. It's not sitting back and hoping things will change. Biblical waiting is leaning forward in trust, like a watchman straining his eyes toward the horizon, convinced that the King is coming. It's an posture of dependence that says, "God, I'm looking to you. I trust that you'll move on my behalf."</p><p>However, this journey towards renewal requires something that often makes us uncomfortable: humility. Isaiah doesn't mince words when he states, "All our righteous deeds are like a polluted garment." This is a stark reminder that our best efforts to reach God on our own terms fall desperately short. Our church attendance, careful words, and "Christian resume" cannot earn us favor with God. In fact, they can blind us to our deep need for Him.</p><p>True revival never starts with performance. It always begins with repentance and confession. We must admit our sin, our pride, and our inability to save ourselves before God can truly work in our lives. Consider the story of Chris Herren, a professional basketball player whose promising career was derailed by addiction. Despite fame, money, and opportunity, he spiraled out of control. No amount of rehab or personal effort could fix him. It was only when Herren reached a point of total surrender, admitting he couldn't save himself and placing his life in God's hands, that real transformation began.</p><p>This brings us to a beautiful metaphor Isaiah uses: "But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." God doesn't just rescue the desperate or forgive the humble. He reshapes them. He takes the raw, cracked, unformed clay of our lives and begins to mold it into something beautiful, strong, and useful.</p><p>But for this transformation to occur, we must be moldable. If we harden our hearts or resist His touch, God cannot shape us. He waits for willing hands, open hearts, and surrendered lives. This often means letting go of our own plans and control, trusting that God sees what we cannot.</p><p>Consider the story of Moses. When God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, Moses resisted. He argued, made excuses, and clung to his comfortable life in the desert. But when Moses finally yielded and became pliable in God's hands, we see the incredible results. Rivers parted, plagues fell, and an entire nation was delivered from slavery. God accomplished through Moses what he never could have done on his own.</p><p>So, what does this mean for us today? How can we position ourselves for personal revival and renewal?</p><p>Be Desperate: Cry out to God, acknowledging that you can't fix yourself.</p><p>Be Dependent: Trust God to act on your behalf, rather than trying to earn His favor.</p><p>Be Humble: Admit your inability to save yourself, and let God do the work in your life.</p><p>Be Moldable: Yield your life, plans, and desire for control to God, allowing Him to shape you.</p><p>The invitation is clear: stop striving, stop performing, and stop trying to earn God's love. Instead, surrender. Open your hands and your heart. God is ready to act, to rescue, and to reshape your life. But He won't force Himself on hardened hearts. He waits for those who are willing to say, "Yes, Lord. Whatever you tell me to do, I'll do it."</p><p>Perhaps there's an area of obedience God has been calling you to, but you've been resisting. Maybe it's a step of faith, a conversation you need to have, a relationship to restore, or a sin to confess. Whatever it is, don't hold back any longer. Be willing to take that next step, trusting that as you do, God - in His goodness - is running towards you, ready to meet you there.</p><p>In a world that often feels dark and chaotic, we have hope. We serve a God who is willing to rend the heavens and come down, to reshape our lives and bring renewal. The question is: are we desperate enough to cry out, dependent enough to wait, humble enough to confess, and moldable enough to be transformed? May we all have the courage to say "yes" and watch in awe as God moves in power.</p> <p>In a world that often feels chaotic and broken, many of us find ourselves longing for something more - a divine intervention, a spiritual awakening, a personal revival. But how do we invite such transformation into our lives? The answer may lie in a powerful passage from Isaiah 64, which offers timeless wisdom for those seeking renewal.</p><p>The cry of the desperate heart is captured beautifully in Isaiah's words: "Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains might quake at your presence." This isn't a polite request or a casual prayer. It's a raw, almost violent plea for God to tear open the sky and break into our reality. It's the language of someone who knows that unless God shows up, nothing will change.</p><p>This desperation is the soil where revival grows. It's not about manufacturing spiritual excitement or implementing clever strategies. True renewal begins when we finally admit, "God, I can't do this on my own. I need you to intervene." It's in these moments of complete surrender that we often see God move most powerfully.</p><p>Consider the story of 33 Chilean miners trapped nearly half a mile underground in 2010. For 17 days, they had no idea if anyone even knew they were alive. Imagine the desperation - no light, dwindling food, oxygen running low. They couldn't dig themselves out or engineer their own rescue. Their only hope was that someone from the outside would break through. After 69 agonizing days, every single miner was pulled to safety. This miraculous rescue illustrates the heart of Isaiah's prayer: "God, we're trapped. We can't save ourselves. We need you to break in and rescue us."</p><p>But here's a profound truth that sets the God of the Bible apart from every other deity: He acts on behalf of those who wait for Him. While other religions demand that people perform rituals, make sacrifices, or climb spiritual ladders to reach the divine, the one true God flips the script. He comes down to us. Our role is not to hustle our way into His presence, but to wait - actively, dependently, and expectantly.</p><p>This waiting isn't passive. It's not sitting back and hoping things will change. Biblical waiting is leaning forward in trust, like a watchman straining his eyes toward the horizon, convinced that the King is coming. It's an posture of dependence that says, "God, I'm looking to you. I trust that you'll move on my behalf."</p><p>However, this journey towards renewal requires something that often makes us uncomfortable: humility. Isaiah doesn't mince words when he states, "All our righteous deeds are like a polluted garment." This is a stark reminder that our best efforts to reach God on our own terms fall desperately short. Our church attendance, careful words, and "Christian resume" cannot earn us favor with God. In fact, they can blind us to our deep need for Him.</p><p>True revival never starts with performance. It always begins with repentance and confession. We must admit our sin, our pride, and our inability to save ourselves before God can truly work in our lives. Consider the story of Chris Herren, a professional basketball player whose promising career was derailed by addiction. Despite fame, money, and opportunity, he spiraled out of control. No amount of rehab or personal effort could fix him. It was only when Herren reached a point of total surrender, admitting he couldn't save himself and placing his life in God's hands, that real transformation began.</p><p>This brings us to a beautiful metaphor Isaiah uses: "But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." God doesn't just rescue the desperate or forgive the humble. He reshapes them. He takes the raw, cracked, unformed clay of our lives and begins to mold it into something beautiful, strong, and useful.</p><p>But for this transformation to occur, we must be moldable. If we harden our hearts or resist His touch, God cannot shape us. He waits for willing hands, open hearts, and surrendered lives. This often means letting go of our own plans and control, trusting that God sees what we cannot.</p><p>Consider the story of Moses. When God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, Moses resisted. He argued, made excuses, and clung to his comfortable life in the desert. But when Moses finally yielded and became pliable in God's hands, we see the incredible results. Rivers parted, plagues fell, and an entire nation was delivered from slavery. God accomplished through Moses what he never could have done on his own.</p><p>So, what does this mean for us today? How can we position ourselves for personal revival and renewal?</p><p>Be Desperate: Cry out to God, acknowledging that you can't fix yourself.</p><p>Be Dependent: Trust God to act on your behalf, rather than trying to earn His favor.</p><p>Be Humble: Admit your inability to save yourself, and let God do the work in your life.</p><p>Be Moldable: Yield your life, plans, and desire for control to God, allowing Him to shape you.</p><p>The invitation is clear: stop striving, stop performing, and stop trying to earn God's love. Instead, surrender. Open your hands and your heart. God is ready to act, to rescue, and to reshape your life. But He won't force Himself on hardened hearts. He waits for those who are willing to say, "Yes, Lord. Whatever you tell me to do, I'll do it."</p><p>Perhaps there's an area of obedience God has been calling you to, but you've been resisting. Maybe it's a step of faith, a conversation you need to have, a relationship to restore, or a sin to confess. Whatever it is, don't hold back any longer. Be willing to take that next step, trusting that as you do, God - in His goodness - is running towards you, ready to meet you there.</p><p>In a world that often feels dark and chaotic, we have hope. We serve a God who is willing to rend the heavens and come down, to reshape our lives and bring renewal. The question is: are we desperate enough to cry out, dependent enough to wait, humble enough to confess, and moldable enough to be transformed? May we all have the courage to say "yes" and watch in awe as God moves in power.</p> In a world that often feels chaotic and broken, many of us find ourselves longing for something more - a divine intervention, a spiritual awakening, a personal revival. But how do we invite such transformation into our lives? The answer may lie in a powerful passage from Isaiah 64, which offers timeless wisdom for those seeking renewal.

The cry of the desperate heart is captured beautifully in Isaiah's words: "Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains might quake at your presence." This isn't a polite request or a casual prayer. It's a raw, almost violent plea for God to tear open the sky and break into our reality. It's the language of someone who knows that unless God shows up, nothing will change.

This desperation is the soil where revival grows. It's not about manufacturing spiritual excitement or implementing clever strategies. True renewal begins when we finally admit, "God, I can't do this on my own. I need you to intervene." It's in these moments of complete surrender that we often see God move most powerfully.

Consider the story of 33 Chilean miners trapped nearly half a mile underground in 2010. For 17 days, they had no idea if anyone even knew they were alive. Imagine the desperation - no light, dwindling food, oxygen running low. They couldn't dig themselves out or engineer their own rescue. Their only hope was that someone from the outside would break through. After 69 agonizing days, every single miner was pulled to safety. This miraculous rescue illustrates the heart of Isaiah's prayer: "God, we're trapped. We can't save ourselves. We need you to break in and rescue us."

But here's a profound truth that sets the God of the Bible apart from every other deity: He acts on behalf of those who wait for Him. While other religions demand that people perform rituals, make sacrifices, or climb spiritual ladders to reach the divine, the one true God flips the script. He comes down to us. Our role is not to hustle our way into His presence, but to wait - actively, dependently, and expectantly.

This waiting isn't passive. It's not sitting back and hoping things will change. Biblical waiting is leaning forward in trust, like a watchman straining his eyes toward the horizon, convinced that the King is coming. It's an posture of dependence that says, "God, I'm looking to you. I trust that you'll move on my behalf."

However, this journey towards renewal requires something that often makes us uncomfortable: humility. Isaiah doesn't mince words when he states, "All our righteous deeds are like a polluted garment." This is a stark reminder that our best efforts to reach God on our own terms fall desperately short. Our church attendance, careful words, and "Christian resume" cannot earn us favor with God. In fact, they can blind us to our deep need for Him.

True revival never starts with performance. It always begins with repentance and confession. We must admit our sin, our pride, and our inability to save ourselves before God can truly work in our lives. Consider the story of Chris Herren, a professional basketball player whose promising career was derailed by addiction. Despite fame, money, and opportunity, he spiraled out of control. No amount of rehab or personal effort could fix him. It was only when Herren reached a point of total surrender, admitting he couldn't save himself and placing his life in God's hands, that real transformation began.

This brings us to a beautiful metaphor Isaiah uses: "But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." God doesn't just rescue the desperate or forgive the humble. He reshapes them. He takes the raw, cracked, unformed clay of our lives and begins to mold it into something beautiful, strong, and useful.

But for this transformation to occur, we must be moldable. If we harden our hearts or resist His touch, God cannot shape us. He waits for willing hands, open hearts, and surrendered lives. This often means letting go of our own plans and control, trusting that God sees what we cannot.

Consider the story of Moses. When God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, Moses resisted. He argued, made excuses, and clung to his comfortable life in the desert. But when Moses finally yielded and became pliable in God's hands, we see the incredible results. Rivers parted, plagues fell, and an entire nation was delivered from slavery. God accomplished through Moses what he never could have done on his own.

So, what does this mean for us today? How can we position ourselves for personal revival and renewal?

Be Desperate: Cry out to God, acknowledging that you can't fix yourself.

Be Dependent: Trust God to act on your behalf, rather than trying to earn His favor.

Be Humble: Admit your inability to save yourself, and let God do the work in your life.

Be Moldable: Yield your life, plans, and desire for control to God, allowing Him to shape you.

The invitation is clear: stop striving, stop performing, and stop trying to earn God's love. Instead, surrender. Open your hands and your heart. God is ready to act, to rescue, and to reshape your life. But He won't force Himself on hardened hearts. He waits for those who are willing to say, "Yes, Lord. Whatever you tell me to do, I'll do it."

Perhaps there's an area of obedience God has been calling you to, but you've been resisting. Maybe it's a step of faith, a conversation you need to have, a relationship to restore, or a sin to confess. Whatever it is, don't hold back any longer. Be willing to take that next step, trusting that as you do, God - in His goodness - is running towards you, ready to meet you there.

In a world that often feels dark and chaotic, we have hope. We serve a God who is willing to rend the heavens and come down, to reshape our lives and bring renewal. The question is: are we desperate enough to cry out, dependent enough to wait, humble enough to confess, and moldable enough to be transformed? May we all have the courage to say "yes" and watch in awe as God moves in power.

]]> Sun, 21 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2346 102 8515b5822a6d22fb8e0cc42d12f022a0 no "Overflow Worship" with Nick Campbell Day 37 David Williams, Nick Campbell <p>In one of the final episodes of the Renew Podcast, we get to hear from Nick Campbell, our Worship Pastor at Fountain City Church, about what it means to worship from the overflow of our walk with Christ. Dave & Nick also talk about preparing our hearts for Renew and how God has been moving in recent weeks.</p> <p>In one of the final episodes of the Renew Podcast, we get to hear from Nick Campbell, our Worship Pastor at Fountain City Church, about what it means to worship from the overflow of our walk with Christ. Dave & Nick also talk about preparing our hearts for Renew and how God has been moving in recent weeks.</p> In one of the final episodes of the Renew Podcast, we get to hear from Nick Campbell, our Worship Pastor at Fountain City Church, about what it means to worship from the overflow of our walk with Christ. Dave & Nick also talk about preparing our hearts for Renew and how God has been moving in recent weeks.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3550 103 55d99cca4c966eb89f05be266f675bcd no "Prayer | Spirit | Word" with Cory Lethgo Day 35 David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In our final speaker interview, Donny & Dave interview Cory Lethgo, Pastor of Riverstone Church, about how God is moving in his life, the growth at Riverstone Church, how thankful he is for his wife, and what's in store for night one of the Renew Conference.</p> <p>In our final speaker interview, Donny & Dave interview Cory Lethgo, Pastor of Riverstone Church, about how God is moving in his life, the growth at Riverstone Church, how thankful he is for his wife, and what's in store for night one of the Renew Conference.</p> In our final speaker interview, Donny & Dave interview Cory Lethgo, Pastor of Riverstone Church, about how God is moving in his life, the growth at Riverstone Church, how thankful he is for his wife, and what's in store for night one of the Renew Conference.

]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3460 104 cf6aa0325634b5ac2323766f505c3ec3 no Guided Prayer 06: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 // A Life Worthy of the Call Day 34 David Williams <p>Read 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 (ESV)</p><p>Paul’s prayer here is short, but full of vision. He’s asking God to help the Thessalonians live lives worthy of the calling they’ve received, not by their own strength, but by His power. It’s a prayer for resolve, for faith, and for a life that glorifies Jesus in everything.</p><p>As we pray, we’re asking God to fulfill what He’s planted in us. To give us strength to walk by faith, not by sight. And above all, to make Jesus more known through our lives. </p><p>May our calling and His grace collide in ways that bring Him glory.</p><p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“That our God may make you worthy of His calling…”</p><p>→ Shape me, God, to live a life that reflects Your grace.</p><p>“And may fulfill every resolve for good…”</p><p>→ Help me follow through on the godly desires You’ve put in my heart.</p><p>“And every work of faith by His power…”</p><p>→ Let my work be done in faith, not fear... and by Your strength, not mine.</p><p>“So that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you…”</p><p>→ May everything in me point to Jesus, not to me.</p><p>“According to the grace of our God…”</p><p>→ Thank You that none of this depends on perfection... just grace.</p><p>“And the Lord Jesus Christ.”</p><p>→ Jesus, You are Lord. Be Lord over my motives, my work, my witness.</p><p><br></p> <p>Read 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 (ESV)</p><p>Paul’s prayer here is short, but full of vision. He’s asking God to help the Thessalonians live lives worthy of the calling they’ve received, not by their own strength, but by His power. It’s a prayer for resolve, for faith, and for a life that glorifies Jesus in everything.</p><p>As we pray, we’re asking God to fulfill what He’s planted in us. To give us strength to walk by faith, not by sight. And above all, to make Jesus more known through our lives. </p><p>May our calling and His grace collide in ways that bring Him glory.</p><p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“That our God may make you worthy of His calling…”</p><p>→ Shape me, God, to live a life that reflects Your grace.</p><p>“And may fulfill every resolve for good…”</p><p>→ Help me follow through on the godly desires You’ve put in my heart.</p><p>“And every work of faith by His power…”</p><p>→ Let my work be done in faith, not fear... and by Your strength, not mine.</p><p>“So that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you…”</p><p>→ May everything in me point to Jesus, not to me.</p><p>“According to the grace of our God…”</p><p>→ Thank You that none of this depends on perfection... just grace.</p><p>“And the Lord Jesus Christ.”</p><p>→ Jesus, You are Lord. Be Lord over my motives, my work, my witness.</p><p><br></p> Read 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 (ESV)

Paul’s prayer here is short, but full of vision. He’s asking God to help the Thessalonians live lives worthy of the calling they’ve received, not by their own strength, but by His power. It’s a prayer for resolve, for faith, and for a life that glorifies Jesus in everything.

As we pray, we’re asking God to fulfill what He’s planted in us. To give us strength to walk by faith, not by sight. And above all, to make Jesus more known through our lives. 

May our calling and His grace collide in ways that bring Him glory.

Prayer Guide:

“That our God may make you worthy of His calling…”

→ Shape me, God, to live a life that reflects Your grace.

“And may fulfill every resolve for good…”

→ Help me follow through on the godly desires You’ve put in my heart.

“And every work of faith by His power…”

→ Let my work be done in faith, not fear... and by Your strength, not mine.

“So that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you…”

→ May everything in me point to Jesus, not to me.

“According to the grace of our God…”

→ Thank You that none of this depends on perfection... just grace.

“And the Lord Jesus Christ.”

→ Jesus, You are Lord. Be Lord over my motives, my work, my witness.


]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2883 105 b81658a7cfefc481ff18878b7b0056ed no LEAVING A LEGACY + LIVING WITH A PURPOSE Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave talk about their time in Jacksonville and leaving a legacy of faith. </p> <p>Donny and Dave talk about their time in Jacksonville and leaving a legacy of faith. </p> Donny and Dave talk about their time in Jacksonville and leaving a legacy of faith.

]]> Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1862 106 951b7e48bbf154d269536fcf181c30b5 no Living With Renewed Purpose // Prenew: Wk 04 Part 04 Alan Duncan <p>In our journey of faith, we're called to live with a renewed purpose - to love like Jesus. The core of this message lies in 1 Timothy 1:5, which reminds us that 'the goal of our instruction is love.' This love isn't just any love, but one that springs from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. As we explore these three aspects, we're challenged to examine our own hearts and motives. Are we truly loving others as Christ loved us? This message invites us to reflect on how we can cultivate this Christ-like love in our daily lives, emphasizing that it's only through Jesus that we can achieve a pure heart, maintain a good conscience, and live with authentic faith. It's a powerful reminder that our faith isn't just about knowledge or actions, but about transforming our hearts to reflect God's love to the world around us.</p> <p>In our journey of faith, we're called to live with a renewed purpose - to love like Jesus. The core of this message lies in 1 Timothy 1:5, which reminds us that 'the goal of our instruction is love.' This love isn't just any love, but one that springs from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. As we explore these three aspects, we're challenged to examine our own hearts and motives. Are we truly loving others as Christ loved us? This message invites us to reflect on how we can cultivate this Christ-like love in our daily lives, emphasizing that it's only through Jesus that we can achieve a pure heart, maintain a good conscience, and live with authentic faith. It's a powerful reminder that our faith isn't just about knowledge or actions, but about transforming our hearts to reflect God's love to the world around us.</p> In our journey of faith, we're called to live with a renewed purpose - to love like Jesus. The core of this message lies in 1 Timothy 1:5, which reminds us that 'the goal of our instruction is love.' This love isn't just any love, but one that springs from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. As we explore these three aspects, we're challenged to examine our own hearts and motives. Are we truly loving others as Christ loved us? This message invites us to reflect on how we can cultivate this Christ-like love in our daily lives, emphasizing that it's only through Jesus that we can achieve a pure heart, maintain a good conscience, and live with authentic faith. It's a powerful reminder that our faith isn't just about knowledge or actions, but about transforming our hearts to reflect God's love to the world around us.

]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2107 107 619d27d555c3a87415ee209d715ab54b no Guided Prayer 05: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 // Thankfulness for Spiritual Mothers & Fathers Day 27 David Williams <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“What thanksgiving can we return to God for you?”</p><p>→ Thank You, God, for the people You’ve used to build my faith.</p><p>“As we pray most earnestly night and day…”</p><p>→ Stir up persistence in my prayers. Teach me to seek You without quitting.</p><p>“That we may see you face to face…”</p><p>→ Strengthen our community, Lord. Restore relationships. Heal division.</p><p>“May the Lord make you increase and abound in love…”</p><p>→ Grow my love... for family, friends, and even enemies.</p><p>“So that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness…”</p><p>→ Purify my heart. Make me holy, not just busy.</p><p>“At the coming of our Lord Jesus…”</p><p>→ Keep me ready. Make me long for Your return with joy, not fear.</p><p><br></p> <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“What thanksgiving can we return to God for you?”</p><p>→ Thank You, God, for the people You’ve used to build my faith.</p><p>“As we pray most earnestly night and day…”</p><p>→ Stir up persistence in my prayers. Teach me to seek You without quitting.</p><p>“That we may see you face to face…”</p><p>→ Strengthen our community, Lord. Restore relationships. Heal division.</p><p>“May the Lord make you increase and abound in love…”</p><p>→ Grow my love... for family, friends, and even enemies.</p><p>“So that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness…”</p><p>→ Purify my heart. Make me holy, not just busy.</p><p>“At the coming of our Lord Jesus…”</p><p>→ Keep me ready. Make me long for Your return with joy, not fear.</p><p><br></p> Prayer Guide:

“What thanksgiving can we return to God for you?”

→ Thank You, God, for the people You’ve used to build my faith.

“As we pray most earnestly night and day…”

→ Stir up persistence in my prayers. Teach me to seek You without quitting.

“That we may see you face to face…”

→ Strengthen our community, Lord. Restore relationships. Heal division.

“May the Lord make you increase and abound in love…”

→ Grow my love... for family, friends, and even enemies.

“So that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness…”

→ Purify my heart. Make me holy, not just busy.

“At the coming of our Lord Jesus…”

→ Keep me ready. Make me long for Your return with joy, not fear.


]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 660 108 a701fdf0bf0e9029c25180cab3ef1032 no LIVE FROM JAX + PATIENCE... POSITION VS. POSTURE Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley, TJ Earl <p>Coming at you live from our new Jax Beach Studio in Jacksonville, Florida, it's MONDAY MORNING FAAAAAITH!!! This week Donny & Dave & TJ reflect on the past weekend, share excitement for what God is doing down here at Church of Eleven22, and discuss what "waiting" looks like following Jesus.</p> <p>Coming at you live from our new Jax Beach Studio in Jacksonville, Florida, it's MONDAY MORNING FAAAAAITH!!! This week Donny & Dave & TJ reflect on the past weekend, share excitement for what God is doing down here at Church of Eleven22, and discuss what "waiting" looks like following Jesus.</p> Coming at you live from our new Jax Beach Studio in Jacksonville, Florida, it's MONDAY MORNING FAAAAAITH!!! This week Donny & Dave & TJ reflect on the past weekend, share excitement for what God is doing down here at Church of Eleven22, and discuss what "waiting" looks like following Jesus.

]]> Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2539 109 cc3061c979c269fa4021ddc891911a9e no Prepare to Wait // Prenew: Wk 03 Part 03 Donny Wadley <p>In Acts 1, we discover a powerful lesson about waiting on God's timing and the importance of spiritual preparation. The disciples, eager to begin their mission, are instructed by Jesus to wait for the Holy Spirit. This waiting isn't passive; it's a time of active preparation through prayer and unity. We're reminded that God's timetable often differs from our own, and that true spiritual power comes not from our efforts, but from the Holy Spirit. This passage challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we rushing ahead in our own strength, or are we patiently seeking God's empowerment? The disciples' obedience in waiting and praying sets the stage for the incredible outpouring at Pentecost, showing us that revival often begins with humble, expectant prayer. As we face our own seasons of waiting, we're encouraged to use this time to align our hearts with God's will, trusting that He is preparing us for something greater than we can imagine.</p> <p>In Acts 1, we discover a powerful lesson about waiting on God's timing and the importance of spiritual preparation. The disciples, eager to begin their mission, are instructed by Jesus to wait for the Holy Spirit. This waiting isn't passive; it's a time of active preparation through prayer and unity. We're reminded that God's timetable often differs from our own, and that true spiritual power comes not from our efforts, but from the Holy Spirit. This passage challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we rushing ahead in our own strength, or are we patiently seeking God's empowerment? The disciples' obedience in waiting and praying sets the stage for the incredible outpouring at Pentecost, showing us that revival often begins with humble, expectant prayer. As we face our own seasons of waiting, we're encouraged to use this time to align our hearts with God's will, trusting that He is preparing us for something greater than we can imagine.</p> In Acts 1, we discover a powerful lesson about waiting on God's timing and the importance of spiritual preparation. The disciples, eager to begin their mission, are instructed by Jesus to wait for the Holy Spirit. This waiting isn't passive; it's a time of active preparation through prayer and unity. We're reminded that God's timetable often differs from our own, and that true spiritual power comes not from our efforts, but from the Holy Spirit. This passage challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we rushing ahead in our own strength, or are we patiently seeking God's empowerment? The disciples' obedience in waiting and praying sets the stage for the incredible outpouring at Pentecost, showing us that revival often begins with humble, expectant prayer. As we face our own seasons of waiting, we're encouraged to use this time to align our hearts with God's will, trusting that He is preparing us for something greater than we can imagine.

]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2520 110 2012f9143629a1f3f3931f61f6b398bc no "Help My Unbelief" with Mark McKeehan Day 21 David Williams, Donny Wadley, Mark McKeehan <p>Donny & Dave interview Master Mark McKeehan about how God has been moving all throughout the Kingdom, his ministry at Grace Fellowship International, and looking ahead to preparing for the Renew Conference. Mark McKeehan is (potentially) our Sunday morning speaker, closing out the Renew Conference.</p> <p>Donny & Dave interview Master Mark McKeehan about how God has been moving all throughout the Kingdom, his ministry at Grace Fellowship International, and looking ahead to preparing for the Renew Conference. Mark McKeehan is (potentially) our Sunday morning speaker, closing out the Renew Conference.</p> Donny & Dave interview Master Mark McKeehan about how God has been moving all throughout the Kingdom, his ministry at Grace Fellowship International, and looking ahead to preparing for the Renew Conference. Mark McKeehan is (potentially) our Sunday morning speaker, closing out the Renew Conference.

]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2883 111 27777dc7cacaea1a7b624fdf77031eea no Guided Prayer 04: Colossians 1:19:14 // Knowing His Will & the Cycle of Sacred Strength Day 20 David Williams <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“We have not ceased to pray for you…”</p><p>→ I lift up others in prayer today. Help me be faithful in intercession.</p><p>“To be filled with the knowledge of His will…”</p><p>→ Lord, show me Your will. Help me live with clarity and conviction.</p><p>“In all spiritual wisdom and understanding…”</p><p>→ Give me insight from the Spirit, not just from experience.</p><p>“So as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord…”</p><p>→ Help me live a life that reflects who You are.</p><p>“Bearing fruit in every good work…”</p><p>→ May my life make a difference... not for my name, but Yours.</p><p>“Being strengthened with all power…”</p><p>→ I need Your strength today. Sustain me through joy and trial.</p><p>“Giving thanks to the Father…”</p><p>→ Thank You, God, for qualifying me... not because I earned it, but because You love me.</p> <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“We have not ceased to pray for you…”</p><p>→ I lift up others in prayer today. Help me be faithful in intercession.</p><p>“To be filled with the knowledge of His will…”</p><p>→ Lord, show me Your will. Help me live with clarity and conviction.</p><p>“In all spiritual wisdom and understanding…”</p><p>→ Give me insight from the Spirit, not just from experience.</p><p>“So as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord…”</p><p>→ Help me live a life that reflects who You are.</p><p>“Bearing fruit in every good work…”</p><p>→ May my life make a difference... not for my name, but Yours.</p><p>“Being strengthened with all power…”</p><p>→ I need Your strength today. Sustain me through joy and trial.</p><p>“Giving thanks to the Father…”</p><p>→ Thank You, God, for qualifying me... not because I earned it, but because You love me.</p> Prayer Guide:

“We have not ceased to pray for you…”

→ I lift up others in prayer today. Help me be faithful in intercession.

“To be filled with the knowledge of His will…”

→ Lord, show me Your will. Help me live with clarity and conviction.

“In all spiritual wisdom and understanding…”

→ Give me insight from the Spirit, not just from experience.

“So as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord…”

→ Help me live a life that reflects who You are.

“Bearing fruit in every good work…”

→ May my life make a difference... not for my name, but Yours.

“Being strengthened with all power…”

→ I need Your strength today. Sustain me through joy and trial.

“Giving thanks to the Father…”

→ Thank You, God, for qualifying me... not because I earned it, but because You love me.

]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 742 112 5c916274de04ada1470965bc305ce13e no Devotion 02: Joel 2:1-32 // Restoring the years the locust has eaten Day 19 David Williams <p>In the second of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Joel 2. Judah is ravished with locusts, famine has spread, the economy is destroyed, hope is lost... or is it? God calls His people to return to Him, not by offering sacrifices, but by offering their hearts. His call for repentance is an invitation to restoration, and He's doing the same amongst us now. If you've ever been through times of hardship, seasons of exhaustion, or chapters of shame, this episode is for you.</p> <p>In the second of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Joel 2. Judah is ravished with locusts, famine has spread, the economy is destroyed, hope is lost... or is it? God calls His people to return to Him, not by offering sacrifices, but by offering their hearts. His call for repentance is an invitation to restoration, and He's doing the same amongst us now. If you've ever been through times of hardship, seasons of exhaustion, or chapters of shame, this episode is for you.</p> In the second of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Joel 2. Judah is ravished with locusts, famine has spread, the economy is destroyed, hope is lost... or is it? God calls His people to return to Him, not by offering sacrifices, but by offering their hearts. His call for repentance is an invitation to restoration, and He's doing the same amongst us now. If you've ever been through times of hardship, seasons of exhaustion, or chapters of shame, this episode is for you.

]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 912 113 1d564751fdf35e852dda4f720eb653ec no Plow It Up // Prenew: Wk 02 Part 02 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to examine the condition of our spiritual soil. Drawing from Hosea 10:12, we're reminded that revival and renewal don't just happen - they require intentional preparation. Just as a farmer must break up hard ground before planting, we too must allow God to break up the fallow areas of our hearts. The imagery of sowing righteousness and reaping steadfast love beautifully illustrates how our actions and choices directly impact our spiritual harvest. This isn't about perfection, but about repentance and obedience. Are we planting seeds of compromise, or seeds of righteousness? The urgency of seeking God now, not later, rings clear. It's a call to break free from spiritual complacency and actively pursue a deeper relationship with Him. As we reflect on this, let's consider: What areas of our lives need God's plow? Are we truly seeking Him with the same fervor we seek other things?</p> <p>We're challenged to examine the condition of our spiritual soil. Drawing from Hosea 10:12, we're reminded that revival and renewal don't just happen - they require intentional preparation. Just as a farmer must break up hard ground before planting, we too must allow God to break up the fallow areas of our hearts. The imagery of sowing righteousness and reaping steadfast love beautifully illustrates how our actions and choices directly impact our spiritual harvest. This isn't about perfection, but about repentance and obedience. Are we planting seeds of compromise, or seeds of righteousness? The urgency of seeking God now, not later, rings clear. It's a call to break free from spiritual complacency and actively pursue a deeper relationship with Him. As we reflect on this, let's consider: What areas of our lives need God's plow? Are we truly seeking Him with the same fervor we seek other things?</p> We're challenged to examine the condition of our spiritual soil. Drawing from Hosea 10:12, we're reminded that revival and renewal don't just happen - they require intentional preparation. Just as a farmer must break up hard ground before planting, we too must allow God to break up the fallow areas of our hearts. The imagery of sowing righteousness and reaping steadfast love beautifully illustrates how our actions and choices directly impact our spiritual harvest. This isn't about perfection, but about repentance and obedience. Are we planting seeds of compromise, or seeds of righteousness? The urgency of seeking God now, not later, rings clear. It's a call to break free from spiritual complacency and actively pursue a deeper relationship with Him. As we reflect on this, let's consider: What areas of our lives need God's plow? Are we truly seeking Him with the same fervor we seek other things?

]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2297 114 4640ed0183d6aadad46b71f3f792ede6 no "Hidden in Christ" with Tony Buchanan Day 15 David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave interview friend, pastor, and brother-in-Christ Tony Buchanan about his journey battling cancer, staying strong in ministry, focusing on his family, and being "hidden in Christ". He is our Friday night speaker at the RENEW Conference (September 24th-28th).</p> <p>Donny and Dave interview friend, pastor, and brother-in-Christ Tony Buchanan about his journey battling cancer, staying strong in ministry, focusing on his family, and being "hidden in Christ". He is our Friday night speaker at the RENEW Conference (September 24th-28th).</p> Donny and Dave interview friend, pastor, and brother-in-Christ Tony Buchanan about his journey battling cancer, staying strong in ministry, focusing on his family, and being "hidden in Christ". He is our Friday night speaker at the RENEW Conference (September 24th-28th).

]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2830 115 440ee829ed2150cb901a0df949c790f8 no "Freedom from the Fake" with TJ Earl & Jacob Dunsmore Day 14 David Williams, Jacob Dunsmore, TJ Earl <p>Dave interviews TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adult Pastor) and Jacob Dunsmore (Youth Worship Leader) about how God has been moving in their lives, how they are looking forward to RENEW Conference (Sept. 24th-28th) and how God is moving in Youth & Young Adults.</p> <p>Dave interviews TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adult Pastor) and Jacob Dunsmore (Youth Worship Leader) about how God has been moving in their lives, how they are looking forward to RENEW Conference (Sept. 24th-28th) and how God is moving in Youth & Young Adults.</p> Dave interviews TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adult Pastor) and Jacob Dunsmore (Youth Worship Leader) about how God has been moving in their lives, how they are looking forward to RENEW Conference (Sept. 24th-28th) and how God is moving in Youth & Young Adults.

]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3125 116 f265f0a0730a0909f45b8d9a0594fc74 no Guided Prayer 03: Philippians 1:9-11 // Overflowing Joy Day 13 <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“That your love may abound more and more…”</p><p>→ Lord, grow my love. Don’t let it stay safe... let it overflow.</p><p>“With knowledge and all discernment…”</p><p>→ Give me love that knows how to act wisely and speak truth with grace.</p><p>“So that you may approve what is excellent…”</p><p>→ Help me desire what is best, not just what is easy.</p><p>“And so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ…”</p><p>→ Make me ready for Your return... with a clean heart and clear eyes.</p><p>“Filled with the fruit of righteousness…”</p><p>→ Let my life produce the kind of fruit that pleases You.</p><p>“To the glory and praise of God.”</p><p>→ Let all of this... my love, my life, my growth... point back to You.</p> <p>Prayer Guide:</p><p>“That your love may abound more and more…”</p><p>→ Lord, grow my love. Don’t let it stay safe... let it overflow.</p><p>“With knowledge and all discernment…”</p><p>→ Give me love that knows how to act wisely and speak truth with grace.</p><p>“So that you may approve what is excellent…”</p><p>→ Help me desire what is best, not just what is easy.</p><p>“And so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ…”</p><p>→ Make me ready for Your return... with a clean heart and clear eyes.</p><p>“Filled with the fruit of righteousness…”</p><p>→ Let my life produce the kind of fruit that pleases You.</p><p>“To the glory and praise of God.”</p><p>→ Let all of this... my love, my life, my growth... point back to You.</p> Prayer Guide:

“That your love may abound more and more…”

→ Lord, grow my love. Don’t let it stay safe... let it overflow.

“With knowledge and all discernment…”

→ Give me love that knows how to act wisely and speak truth with grace.

“So that you may approve what is excellent…”

→ Help me desire what is best, not just what is easy.

“And so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ…”

→ Make me ready for Your return... with a clean heart and clear eyes.

“Filled with the fruit of righteousness…”

→ Let my life produce the kind of fruit that pleases You.

“To the glory and praise of God.”

→ Let all of this... my love, my life, my growth... point back to You.

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 582 117 8292e444b6a2efd2cb0928687e50354b no "Revival Rising" with Jonathan Akin Day 12 David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Dave & Donny interview friend, brother in ministry, and conference speaker Jonathan Akin about how God is moving on the campus at Carson-Newman, in this generation, and looking ahead to the Renew Conference!</p> <p>Dave & Donny interview friend, brother in ministry, and conference speaker Jonathan Akin about how God is moving on the campus at Carson-Newman, in this generation, and looking ahead to the Renew Conference!</p> Dave & Donny interview friend, brother in ministry, and conference speaker Jonathan Akin about how God is moving on the campus at Carson-Newman, in this generation, and looking ahead to the Renew Conference!

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2855 118 e8778df1e2fe71c75c00bc9016fea006 no DONNY'S FUZZY FEELINGS + SOIL OF SURRENDER Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave share how they feel about the different seasons and the fertilization of soil for surrender. </p> <p>Donny and Dave share how they feel about the different seasons and the fertilization of soil for surrender. </p> Donny and Dave share how they feel about the different seasons and the fertilization of soil for surrender.

]]> Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1625 119 c5c30f29d52ade9027850ac85ee61c81 no Wake Up! // Prenew: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley <p>In this powerful message, Pastor Donny Challenges us to examine our spiritual state through the lens of light and darkness. Drawing from Ephesians 5:8-14, we're reminded that as believers, we're not just in the light - we are light in the Lord. This shift in identity is crucial; it's not about behavior modification, but living out our new nature in Christ. The fruit of this light - goodness, righteousness, and truth - should naturally flow from our lives. However, we're cautioned against spiritual sleep, which can lead to gradual drift from God. The call to 'wake up' is urgent, reminding us that renewal begins with exposing the darkness in our lives to God's purifying light. This message challenges us to consider: Are we truly awake spiritually? Are we allowing Christ's light to shine on every area of our lives? It's a powerful reminder that in Christ, we have the power to step out of darkness and into His marvelous light.</p> <p>In this powerful message, Pastor Donny Challenges us to examine our spiritual state through the lens of light and darkness. Drawing from Ephesians 5:8-14, we're reminded that as believers, we're not just in the light - we are light in the Lord. This shift in identity is crucial; it's not about behavior modification, but living out our new nature in Christ. The fruit of this light - goodness, righteousness, and truth - should naturally flow from our lives. However, we're cautioned against spiritual sleep, which can lead to gradual drift from God. The call to 'wake up' is urgent, reminding us that renewal begins with exposing the darkness in our lives to God's purifying light. This message challenges us to consider: Are we truly awake spiritually? Are we allowing Christ's light to shine on every area of our lives? It's a powerful reminder that in Christ, we have the power to step out of darkness and into His marvelous light.</p> In this powerful message, Pastor Donny Challenges us to examine our spiritual state through the lens of light and darkness. Drawing from Ephesians 5:8-14, we're reminded that as believers, we're not just in the light - we are light in the Lord. This shift in identity is crucial; it's not about behavior modification, but living out our new nature in Christ. The fruit of this light - goodness, righteousness, and truth - should naturally flow from our lives. However, we're cautioned against spiritual sleep, which can lead to gradual drift from God. The call to 'wake up' is urgent, reminding us that renewal begins with exposing the darkness in our lives to God's purifying light. This message challenges us to consider: Are we truly awake spiritually? Are we allowing Christ's light to shine on every area of our lives? It's a powerful reminder that in Christ, we have the power to step out of darkness and into His marvelous light.

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2389 120 6749d93a70d3bc9752657d9447daa896 no Brody's Baptism Gerald Lay Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 139 121 aa9b0569354fa55fe06a8b201f9bfa9b no John Elliot's Baptism Chris Colby Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 143 122 8a8cc87233b694aec6f4b3a02acaa53d no "This is the starting line, not the finish" with Nick Campbell & Jake Wilbert Day 09 David Williams, Jake Wilbert, Nick Campbell <p>In this episode, Dave interviews Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and Jake Wilbert (Hospitality Director) about how the teams are preparing for Renew, how God is calling them to postures of surrender, thinking of the "staying power" of how God is working, and remembering that this is just the beginning, not a finish line.</p> <p>In this episode, Dave interviews Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and Jake Wilbert (Hospitality Director) about how the teams are preparing for Renew, how God is calling them to postures of surrender, thinking of the "staying power" of how God is working, and remembering that this is just the beginning, not a finish line.</p> In this episode, Dave interviews Nick Campbell (Worship Pastor) and Jake Wilbert (Hospitality Director) about how the teams are preparing for Renew, how God is calling them to postures of surrender, thinking of the "staying power" of how God is working, and remembering that this is just the beginning, not a finish line.

]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2896 123 93257584bd192dea3e95607817cd9be6 no "Surrender Over Striving" with Jon Miller Day 08 David Williams, Jon Miller <p>In this episode, Dave interviews Worship Leader, Music Director, and close friend, Jon Miller, about how God is moving in his life, calling him into deeper places of intimacy, and walking away from things once considered "liberties" but turned out to be standing in the way of something more wonderful.</p> <p>In this episode, Dave interviews Worship Leader, Music Director, and close friend, Jon Miller, about how God is moving in his life, calling him into deeper places of intimacy, and walking away from things once considered "liberties" but turned out to be standing in the way of something more wonderful.</p> In this episode, Dave interviews Worship Leader, Music Director, and close friend, Jon Miller, about how God is moving in his life, calling him into deeper places of intimacy, and walking away from things once considered "liberties" but turned out to be standing in the way of something more wonderful.

]]> Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3272 124 a1ba610e88a3c5378e6d30c69a8abc12 no Devotion 01: Ezekiel 37:1-14 // Can these bones live? Day 07 David Williams <p>In the first of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Ezekiel 37, the story of God using His prophet Ezekiel to raise bones up to life and call the breath of the Lord to enter their lungs. This isn't just a story from the OT to make us say Oooo and Ahhh... this is a reminder that God can breathe life into what seems long gone. If you have ever felt weary, exhausted, dried up and cast aside... this episode is for you.</p> <p>In the first of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Ezekiel 37, the story of God using His prophet Ezekiel to raise bones up to life and call the breath of the Lord to enter their lungs. This isn't just a story from the OT to make us say Oooo and Ahhh... this is a reminder that God can breathe life into what seems long gone. If you have ever felt weary, exhausted, dried up and cast aside... this episode is for you.</p> In the first of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Ezekiel 37, the story of God using His prophet Ezekiel to raise bones up to life and call the breath of the Lord to enter their lungs. This isn't just a story from the OT to make us say Oooo and Ahhh... this is a reminder that God can breathe life into what seems long gone. If you have ever felt weary, exhausted, dried up and cast aside... this episode is for you.

]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1345 125 b6424df90d25ba8d68bc5cb6cd47e8cb no Guided Prayer 02: Ephesians 3:14-21 // Strengthened in the Inner Being Day 06 David Williams <p>Prayer Guide for Ephesians 3:14-21</p><p>“I bow my knees before the Father…”</p><p>→ I kneel in surrender, Lord. You are the source of all I need.</p><p>“From whom every family in heaven and on earth is named…”</p><p>→ I belong to You. Remind me that I’m part of something bigger.</p><p>“That according to the riches of His glory He may grant you to be strengthened…”</p><p>→ Strengthen me, not just outwardly... but deep in my spirit.</p><p>“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith…”</p><p>→ Jesus, make Your home in me. Be near, be real, be central.</p><p>“That you, being rooted and grounded in love…”</p><p>→ Plant me deep in Your love. Let it be my foundation.</p><p>“May have strength to comprehend… what is the breadth and length…”</p><p>→ I want to understand Your love... not just know it, but experience it.</p><p>“To know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge…”</p><p>→ I can’t earn it, and I don’t deserve it. I receive Your love again today.</p><p>“To Him who is able to do far more abundantly…”</p><p>→ I believe You can do more than I imagine. I trust You with the impossible.</p><p><br></p> <p>Prayer Guide for Ephesians 3:14-21</p><p>“I bow my knees before the Father…”</p><p>→ I kneel in surrender, Lord. You are the source of all I need.</p><p>“From whom every family in heaven and on earth is named…”</p><p>→ I belong to You. Remind me that I’m part of something bigger.</p><p>“That according to the riches of His glory He may grant you to be strengthened…”</p><p>→ Strengthen me, not just outwardly... but deep in my spirit.</p><p>“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith…”</p><p>→ Jesus, make Your home in me. Be near, be real, be central.</p><p>“That you, being rooted and grounded in love…”</p><p>→ Plant me deep in Your love. Let it be my foundation.</p><p>“May have strength to comprehend… what is the breadth and length…”</p><p>→ I want to understand Your love... not just know it, but experience it.</p><p>“To know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge…”</p><p>→ I can’t earn it, and I don’t deserve it. I receive Your love again today.</p><p>“To Him who is able to do far more abundantly…”</p><p>→ I believe You can do more than I imagine. I trust You with the impossible.</p><p><br></p> Prayer Guide for Ephesians 3:14-21

“I bow my knees before the Father…”

→ I kneel in surrender, Lord. You are the source of all I need.

“From whom every family in heaven and on earth is named…”

→ I belong to You. Remind me that I’m part of something bigger.

“That according to the riches of His glory He may grant you to be strengthened…”

→ Strengthen me, not just outwardly... but deep in my spirit.

“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith…”

→ Jesus, make Your home in me. Be near, be real, be central.

“That you, being rooted and grounded in love…”

→ Plant me deep in Your love. Let it be my foundation.

“May have strength to comprehend… what is the breadth and length…”

→ I want to understand Your love... not just know it, but experience it.

“To know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge…”

→ I can’t earn it, and I don’t deserve it. I receive Your love again today.

“To Him who is able to do far more abundantly…”

→ I believe You can do more than I imagine. I trust You with the impossible.


]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 486 126 49a048d5f2629bb83fa2b930aa1f4970 no MICHAEL ANTHONY + A BUNCH OF YOU'S Monday Morning Faith David Williams, TJ Earl <p>In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about fasting leading up to the Renew Conference and how we need Jesus more than we need anything we ask Him to do. </p> <p>In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about fasting leading up to the Renew Conference and how we need Jesus more than we need anything we ask Him to do. </p> In today's episode, Dave and TJ talk about fasting leading up to the Renew Conference and how we need Jesus more than we need anything we ask Him to do.

]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2421 127 5afd82d873399e696d4435ad2e6aae0f no Approaching the Table // Blueprint: Wk 05 Part 05 TJ Earl <p>We're challenged to examine our approach to prayer and fasting. The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke 18:9-14 serves as a stark reminder that God values humility over self-righteousness. We're encouraged to reflect on our own attitudes: do we approach God with a list of our accomplishments, or do we come before Him with a humble heart? The imagery of the baseball bat used for different purposes brilliantly illustrates how our intentions matter more than our actions. As we prepare for times of prayer and fasting, let's remember that it's not about impressing God or others, but about seeking a deeper connection with our Creator. The message urges us to approach God with a broken and contrite heart, recognizing our need for His mercy and grace. This shift in perspective can transform our spiritual lives, moving us from self-reliance to complete dependence on God's love and forgiveness.</p> <p>We're challenged to examine our approach to prayer and fasting. The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke 18:9-14 serves as a stark reminder that God values humility over self-righteousness. We're encouraged to reflect on our own attitudes: do we approach God with a list of our accomplishments, or do we come before Him with a humble heart? The imagery of the baseball bat used for different purposes brilliantly illustrates how our intentions matter more than our actions. As we prepare for times of prayer and fasting, let's remember that it's not about impressing God or others, but about seeking a deeper connection with our Creator. The message urges us to approach God with a broken and contrite heart, recognizing our need for His mercy and grace. This shift in perspective can transform our spiritual lives, moving us from self-reliance to complete dependence on God's love and forgiveness.</p> We're challenged to examine our approach to prayer and fasting. The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke 18:9-14 serves as a stark reminder that God values humility over self-righteousness. We're encouraged to reflect on our own attitudes: do we approach God with a list of our accomplishments, or do we come before Him with a humble heart? The imagery of the baseball bat used for different purposes brilliantly illustrates how our intentions matter more than our actions. As we prepare for times of prayer and fasting, let's remember that it's not about impressing God or others, but about seeking a deeper connection with our Creator. The message urges us to approach God with a broken and contrite heart, recognizing our need for His mercy and grace. This shift in perspective can transform our spiritual lives, moving us from self-reliance to complete dependence on God's love and forgiveness.

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1710 128 0f542a92b2454a2b4b8a1e1c1d31693c no "He Must Increase" with David Haynes Day 02 David Haynes, David Williams <p>Dave interviews our Executive Pastor of Operations, David Haynes, about what it means to prepare our hearts for the Renew Conference. Together they realize John 3 has been on both of their hearts as the Lord is moving throughout our church.</p> <p>Dave interviews our Executive Pastor of Operations, David Haynes, about what it means to prepare our hearts for the Renew Conference. Together they realize John 3 has been on both of their hearts as the Lord is moving throughout our church.</p> Dave interviews our Executive Pastor of Operations, David Haynes, about what it means to prepare our hearts for the Renew Conference. Together they realize John 3 has been on both of their hearts as the Lord is moving throughout our church.

]]> Sat, 16 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2636 129 8a33a57ae7a441bb027cd92b2dadad65 no "Depending on God in our Weakness" with Brooke Murphy The Together Podcast Chrissy Williams, Rose Harper <p>In this episode, Chrissy and Rose interview Brooke Murphy about anxiety, how it has affected her personally, and how she has learned that God's power is made perfect in our weakness.</p> <p>In this episode, Chrissy and Rose interview Brooke Murphy about anxiety, how it has affected her personally, and how she has learned that God's power is made perfect in our weakness.</p> In this episode, Chrissy and Rose interview Brooke Murphy about anxiety, how it has affected her personally, and how she has learned that God's power is made perfect in our weakness.

]]> Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1818 130 cdc95fbbc3f14b4101bdd970514dd64e no Guided Prayer 01: Ephesians 1:15-23 // Spirit of Wisdom & Revelation Day 01 David Williams <p>Prayer Guide for Ephesians 1:15-23</p><p>“I do not cease to give thanks for you…”</p><p>→ Lord, thank You for the people You’ve placed in my life and church. I lift them up with gratitude.</p><p>“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ… may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation…”</p><p>→ Open my eyes, Lord. Let me see You more clearly and know You more deeply.</p><p>“Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened…”</p><p>→ Enlighten my inner life. Help me live with Your perspective.</p><p>“That you may know what is the hope to which He has called you…”</p><p>→ Remind me of the hope I’ve been called to... not in myself, but in You.</p><p>“What are the riches of His glorious inheritance…”</p><p>→ Lord, I want to treasure what You treasure... help me value what You’ve given.</p><p>“The immeasurable greatness of His power…”</p><p>→ I believe in Your power, Lord. Teach me to trust it, not just admire it.</p><p>“According to the working of His great might…”</p><p>→ Move in me by Your strength, not my own striving.</p><p>“He put all things under His feet…”</p><p>→ Jesus, You are Lord. Reign over every part of my life.</p> <p>Prayer Guide for Ephesians 1:15-23</p><p>“I do not cease to give thanks for you…”</p><p>→ Lord, thank You for the people You’ve placed in my life and church. I lift them up with gratitude.</p><p>“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ… may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation…”</p><p>→ Open my eyes, Lord. Let me see You more clearly and know You more deeply.</p><p>“Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened…”</p><p>→ Enlighten my inner life. Help me live with Your perspective.</p><p>“That you may know what is the hope to which He has called you…”</p><p>→ Remind me of the hope I’ve been called to... not in myself, but in You.</p><p>“What are the riches of His glorious inheritance…”</p><p>→ Lord, I want to treasure what You treasure... help me value what You’ve given.</p><p>“The immeasurable greatness of His power…”</p><p>→ I believe in Your power, Lord. Teach me to trust it, not just admire it.</p><p>“According to the working of His great might…”</p><p>→ Move in me by Your strength, not my own striving.</p><p>“He put all things under His feet…”</p><p>→ Jesus, You are Lord. Reign over every part of my life.</p> Prayer Guide for Ephesians 1:15-23

“I do not cease to give thanks for you…”

→ Lord, thank You for the people You’ve placed in my life and church. I lift them up with gratitude.

“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ… may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation…”

→ Open my eyes, Lord. Let me see You more clearly and know You more deeply.

“Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened…”

→ Enlighten my inner life. Help me live with Your perspective.

“That you may know what is the hope to which He has called you…”

→ Remind me of the hope I’ve been called to... not in myself, but in You.

“What are the riches of His glorious inheritance…”

→ Lord, I want to treasure what You treasure... help me value what You’ve given.

“The immeasurable greatness of His power…”

→ I believe in Your power, Lord. Teach me to trust it, not just admire it.

“According to the working of His great might…”

→ Move in me by Your strength, not my own striving.

“He put all things under His feet…”

→ Jesus, You are Lord. Reign over every part of my life.

]]> Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 533 131 d9bd676dcbf98d8295e5f3b999392edd no Introduction to the Renew Mini-Series Day 00 David Williams <p>In this preview episode, Dave Williams talks about the 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting, giving an overview of what the next 40 episodes will look like, how to take advantage of this season, and includes some closing thought on John 3:30.</p> <p>In this preview episode, Dave Williams talks about the 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting, giving an overview of what the next 40 episodes will look like, how to take advantage of this season, and includes some closing thought on John 3:30.</p> In this preview episode, Dave Williams talks about the 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting, giving an overview of what the next 40 episodes will look like, how to take advantage of this season, and includes some closing thought on John 3:30.

]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 403 132 8d86bfd3bf905cd92bacb4ef5d735270 no DONNY'S TRIP + DEEPER TRUST Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's upcoming mission trip to NYC and making room in our lives for deeper trust in the Lord. </p> <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's upcoming mission trip to NYC and making room in our lives for deeper trust in the Lord. </p> In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about Donny's upcoming mission trip to NYC and making room in our lives for deeper trust in the Lord.

]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1845 133 045fda65636a9ed6e2f3e670cdb32adf no Feasting on God // Blueprint: Wk 04 Part 04 Donny Wadley <p>In this powerful exploration of fasting, we're reminded that it's not about what we give up, but who we're going after. The message draws from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6 and the prophet Joel's call to 'return to me with all your heart.' We learn that fasting isn't a religious performance or a way to manipulate God, but a declaration of our dependence on Him. It's about creating space in our lives to hear God's voice more clearly. The parallel between physical hunger and spiritual longing is beautifully drawn, encouraging us to hunger for righteousness and God's presence. This message challenges us to examine what might be dulling our appetite for God and invites us to fast not just from food, but from anything that distracts us from our Creator. As we fast, we're not just emptying our hands, but reaching for something greater – a deeper intimacy with God.</p> <p>In this powerful exploration of fasting, we're reminded that it's not about what we give up, but who we're going after. The message draws from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6 and the prophet Joel's call to 'return to me with all your heart.' We learn that fasting isn't a religious performance or a way to manipulate God, but a declaration of our dependence on Him. It's about creating space in our lives to hear God's voice more clearly. The parallel between physical hunger and spiritual longing is beautifully drawn, encouraging us to hunger for righteousness and God's presence. This message challenges us to examine what might be dulling our appetite for God and invites us to fast not just from food, but from anything that distracts us from our Creator. As we fast, we're not just emptying our hands, but reaching for something greater – a deeper intimacy with God.</p> In this powerful exploration of fasting, we're reminded that it's not about what we give up, but who we're going after. The message draws from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6 and the prophet Joel's call to 'return to me with all your heart.' We learn that fasting isn't a religious performance or a way to manipulate God, but a declaration of our dependence on Him. It's about creating space in our lives to hear God's voice more clearly. The parallel between physical hunger and spiritual longing is beautifully drawn, encouraging us to hunger for righteousness and God's presence. This message challenges us to examine what might be dulling our appetite for God and invites us to fast not just from food, but from anything that distracts us from our Creator. As we fast, we're not just emptying our hands, but reaching for something greater – a deeper intimacy with God.

]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2410 134 ce0a245e7b77ce06e972ce555c5f3a6a no Hallie's Baptism Keira Eirich Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 69 135 282857150f4787ca74cce7fb2153b7b9 no DEMON CATS + DAILY BREAD Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode, Donny and Dave talk about what is really keeping you from joining your church family on a Sunday morning and Who to look to for our daily bread. </p> <p>In this episode, Donny and Dave talk about what is really keeping you from joining your church family on a Sunday morning and Who to look to for our daily bread. </p> In this episode, Donny and Dave talk about what is really keeping you from joining your church family on a Sunday morning and Who to look to for our daily bread.

]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1806 136 45f460b34ca2159a383e678a6430d1d3 no Give, Forgive, Deliver // Blueprint: Wk 03 Part 03 Donny Wadley <p>In this exploration of the Lord's Prayer, Pastor Donny dives deep into the heart of what it means to truly depend on God. The central message revolves around Matthew 6:11-15, where Jesus teaches us to pray for our daily bread, forgiveness, and deliverance from evil. This isn't just a ritual; it's a radical reorientation of our hearts. We're challenged to see prayer not as a last resort, but as our first response - a daily act of surrender and warfare against spiritual complacency. The imagery of manna in the wilderness reminds us that God's provision is fresh every morning, teaching us to trust Him day by day. Perhaps most striking is the parallel drawn between receiving forgiveness and extending it to others. We're reminded that the gospel isn't just vertical (between us and God) but horizontal too, transforming how we relate to those around us. Donny's message speaks directly to our tendency towards self-reliance and unforgiveness, urging us to embrace a lifestyle of humility and grace that reflects the very heart of Christ.</p> <p>In this exploration of the Lord's Prayer, Pastor Donny dives deep into the heart of what it means to truly depend on God. The central message revolves around Matthew 6:11-15, where Jesus teaches us to pray for our daily bread, forgiveness, and deliverance from evil. This isn't just a ritual; it's a radical reorientation of our hearts. We're challenged to see prayer not as a last resort, but as our first response - a daily act of surrender and warfare against spiritual complacency. The imagery of manna in the wilderness reminds us that God's provision is fresh every morning, teaching us to trust Him day by day. Perhaps most striking is the parallel drawn between receiving forgiveness and extending it to others. We're reminded that the gospel isn't just vertical (between us and God) but horizontal too, transforming how we relate to those around us. Donny's message speaks directly to our tendency towards self-reliance and unforgiveness, urging us to embrace a lifestyle of humility and grace that reflects the very heart of Christ.</p> In this exploration of the Lord's Prayer, Pastor Donny dives deep into the heart of what it means to truly depend on God. The central message revolves around Matthew 6:11-15, where Jesus teaches us to pray for our daily bread, forgiveness, and deliverance from evil. This isn't just a ritual; it's a radical reorientation of our hearts. We're challenged to see prayer not as a last resort, but as our first response - a daily act of surrender and warfare against spiritual complacency. The imagery of manna in the wilderness reminds us that God's provision is fresh every morning, teaching us to trust Him day by day. Perhaps most striking is the parallel drawn between receiving forgiveness and extending it to others. We're reminded that the gospel isn't just vertical (between us and God) but horizontal too, transforming how we relate to those around us. Donny's message speaks directly to our tendency towards self-reliance and unforgiveness, urging us to embrace a lifestyle of humility and grace that reflects the very heart of Christ.

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2546 137 c2b3341da69cec7e85e4a2f0bbbf4847 no BRICKEY BEARS + BOWING BEFORE THE FATHER Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In today's episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about traffic patterns as the beginning of another school year draws closer and how to find the balance between having reverence for God and knowing Him as our Heavenly Father. </p> <p>In today's episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about traffic patterns as the beginning of another school year draws closer and how to find the balance between having reverence for God and knowing Him as our Heavenly Father. </p> In today's episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave talk about traffic patterns as the beginning of another school year draws closer and how to find the balance between having reverence for God and knowing Him as our Heavenly Father.

]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2085 138 e6358ef448596d401032a9bbdf4db96e no Center Stage Praying Blueprint: Wk 02 Part 02 Donny Wadley <p>The focus is on Matthew 6:9-10, where Jesus teaches us how to pray. We're reminded that prayer isn't about impressing God or rattling off a list of wants, but about aligning our hearts with His will. The phrase 'Our Father in heaven' invites us into an intimate relationship with the Almighty Creator, balancing reverence with closeness. 'Hallowed be your name' calls us to prioritize God's glory over our needs. This shift in perspective can transform our prayer life from self-centered requests to God-centered worship. As we contemplate this, we're encouraged to start our prayers with adoration and acknowledgment of God's holiness, setting the tone for a deeper, more meaningful connection with our Heavenly Father.</p> <p>The focus is on Matthew 6:9-10, where Jesus teaches us how to pray. We're reminded that prayer isn't about impressing God or rattling off a list of wants, but about aligning our hearts with His will. The phrase 'Our Father in heaven' invites us into an intimate relationship with the Almighty Creator, balancing reverence with closeness. 'Hallowed be your name' calls us to prioritize God's glory over our needs. This shift in perspective can transform our prayer life from self-centered requests to God-centered worship. As we contemplate this, we're encouraged to start our prayers with adoration and acknowledgment of God's holiness, setting the tone for a deeper, more meaningful connection with our Heavenly Father.</p> The focus is on Matthew 6:9-10, where Jesus teaches us how to pray. We're reminded that prayer isn't about impressing God or rattling off a list of wants, but about aligning our hearts with His will. The phrase 'Our Father in heaven' invites us into an intimate relationship with the Almighty Creator, balancing reverence with closeness. 'Hallowed be your name' calls us to prioritize God's glory over our needs. This shift in perspective can transform our prayer life from self-centered requests to God-centered worship. As we contemplate this, we're encouraged to start our prayers with adoration and acknowledgment of God's holiness, setting the tone for a deeper, more meaningful connection with our Heavenly Father.

]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2396 139 25d405b3b70bd9e2d464054f77754776 no LADIES NIGHT + RELATIONSHIPS OVER MICROMANAGEMENT MMF David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave recap GatHER and talk about how to value the relationship more than micromanaging the method of spending time with God. </p> <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave recap GatHER and talk about how to value the relationship more than micromanaging the method of spending time with God. </p> In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave recap GatHER and talk about how to value the relationship more than micromanaging the method of spending time with God.

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2197 140 928fccbd5dbb06ffb5cf87bee32fb9cc no Shut the Door // Blueprint: Wk 01 Part 01 Donny Wadley <p>The message centers on Matthew 6:5-8, where Jesus contrasts performative prayer with intimate communion with God. We're challenged to move beyond the 'spiritual megaphone' of public displays and enter the 'secret place' where real transformation occurs. This isn't about geography, but intentionality - creating a sacred space in our hearts where we meet God as Father. The parallel drawn between a child seeking comfort after a bad day and our approach to prayer is particularly poignant. It reminds us that prayer isn't about impressing God or others, but about vulnerable, honest connection. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own prayer lives. Are we praying for applause or intimacy? The message urges us to embrace the gospel truth that we don't pray to earn God's approval, but because Jesus has already secured it for us.</p> <p>The message centers on Matthew 6:5-8, where Jesus contrasts performative prayer with intimate communion with God. We're challenged to move beyond the 'spiritual megaphone' of public displays and enter the 'secret place' where real transformation occurs. This isn't about geography, but intentionality - creating a sacred space in our hearts where we meet God as Father. The parallel drawn between a child seeking comfort after a bad day and our approach to prayer is particularly poignant. It reminds us that prayer isn't about impressing God or others, but about vulnerable, honest connection. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own prayer lives. Are we praying for applause or intimacy? The message urges us to embrace the gospel truth that we don't pray to earn God's approval, but because Jesus has already secured it for us.</p> The message centers on Matthew 6:5-8, where Jesus contrasts performative prayer with intimate communion with God. We're challenged to move beyond the 'spiritual megaphone' of public displays and enter the 'secret place' where real transformation occurs. This isn't about geography, but intentionality - creating a sacred space in our hearts where we meet God as Father. The parallel drawn between a child seeking comfort after a bad day and our approach to prayer is particularly poignant. It reminds us that prayer isn't about impressing God or others, but about vulnerable, honest connection. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own prayer lives. Are we praying for applause or intimacy? The message urges us to embrace the gospel truth that we don't pray to earn God's approval, but because Jesus has already secured it for us.

]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2306 141 6e04075e8516a3d53adc50c91047738e no Emmaline's Baptism Matthew Harrell Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 140 142 3af1de27b25e70accb5978ded99aa19b no AI TAKES DONNY'S JOB + QUIET FAITH Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave walk through whether he's afraid AI is going to take his job or not and then transition to talking through Matthew 6 and what being rewarded in Heaven will be like.</p> <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave walk through whether he's afraid AI is going to take his job or not and then transition to talking through Matthew 6 and what being rewarded in Heaven will be like.</p> In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny and Dave walk through whether he's afraid AI is going to take his job or not and then transition to talking through Matthew 6 and what being rewarded in Heaven will be like.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1687 143 b4a6794d2e79cb6561a5d43a9d73c2c3 no Filtered Faith // Upside-Down Life: Wk 14 Part 14 Donny Wadley <p>Pastor Donny challenges to examine the true motivations behind our spiritual practices. The core of Matthew 6 reminds us that it's not just about what we do, but why we do it. Are we living for the applause of others or for the approval of our Heavenly Father? This teaching urges us to give, pray, and serve in secret, knowing that God sees and rewards what's done in private. The story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5 serves as a stark warning against hypocrisy and the dangers of seeking human recognition over divine approval. We're encouraged to cultivate a heart that doesn't need to be noticed, finding freedom in being seen by God alone. Donny invites us to audit our motives, give where there's no stage, and rest in the Father's delight, reminding us that in Christ, we're already fully known and loved.</p> <p>Pastor Donny challenges to examine the true motivations behind our spiritual practices. The core of Matthew 6 reminds us that it's not just about what we do, but why we do it. Are we living for the applause of others or for the approval of our Heavenly Father? This teaching urges us to give, pray, and serve in secret, knowing that God sees and rewards what's done in private. The story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5 serves as a stark warning against hypocrisy and the dangers of seeking human recognition over divine approval. We're encouraged to cultivate a heart that doesn't need to be noticed, finding freedom in being seen by God alone. Donny invites us to audit our motives, give where there's no stage, and rest in the Father's delight, reminding us that in Christ, we're already fully known and loved.</p> Pastor Donny challenges to examine the true motivations behind our spiritual practices. The core of Matthew 6 reminds us that it's not just about what we do, but why we do it. Are we living for the applause of others or for the approval of our Heavenly Father? This teaching urges us to give, pray, and serve in secret, knowing that God sees and rewards what's done in private. The story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5 serves as a stark warning against hypocrisy and the dangers of seeking human recognition over divine approval. We're encouraged to cultivate a heart that doesn't need to be noticed, finding freedom in being seen by God alone. Donny invites us to audit our motives, give where there's no stage, and rest in the Father's delight, reminding us that in Christ, we're already fully known and loved.

]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2448 144 4b7ebd7a1031190383f0a2e5ae824e19 no Penny's Baptism Keira Eirich Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 75 145 ae9ef9e130fce8ee85d9056c8aa16946 no "Life on Mission" with Amy Wilbert Episode 3.04 Alaina Davis, Amy Wilbert, Chrissy Williams <p>Friends Chrissy and Alaina interview Amy Wilbert about her story, what hospitality looks like, and being on mission.</p> <p>Friends Chrissy and Alaina interview Amy Wilbert about her story, what hospitality looks like, and being on mission.</p> Friends Chrissy and Alaina interview Amy Wilbert about her story, what hospitality looks like, and being on mission.

]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1828 146 e8252f0c097a5986e81693b340e7770c no AMERICA'S BIRTHDAY + LEADING YOUR FAMILY IN FAITH Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny (fresh off vacay) and Dave talk about America's birthday, fireworks, and Curt Duncan's message about leading his faith to move to northern Italy as missionaries.</p> <p>Donny (fresh off vacay) and Dave talk about America's birthday, fireworks, and Curt Duncan's message about leading his faith to move to northern Italy as missionaries.</p> Donny (fresh off vacay) and Dave talk about America's birthday, fireworks, and Curt Duncan's message about leading his faith to move to northern Italy as missionaries.

]]> Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1596 147 4f83452076d1d356fe7b3bc0474d1ce0 no Living Sent or Feeling Spent w/Curt Duncan Curt Duncan <p>The key scripture, Acts 13:1-12, reveals how the early church operated as a unified body, sending out missionaries under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This passage reminds us that our calling isn't just individual, but connected to the larger body of Christ. The speaker draws an interesting parallel between a football team's pre-game speech and the church's role in preparing and sending out its members. This analogy helps us understand that while we all hear the same message, we each have unique roles to play in God's plan. The message emphasizes the importance of daily faithfulness, being open to God's unexpected appointments, and representing Christ in all our interactions. It challenges us to reorder our loves, putting God first, and to be ready to say 'yes' to His calling, even when it doesn't align with our plans or expectations.</p> <p>The key scripture, Acts 13:1-12, reveals how the early church operated as a unified body, sending out missionaries under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This passage reminds us that our calling isn't just individual, but connected to the larger body of Christ. The speaker draws an interesting parallel between a football team's pre-game speech and the church's role in preparing and sending out its members. This analogy helps us understand that while we all hear the same message, we each have unique roles to play in God's plan. The message emphasizes the importance of daily faithfulness, being open to God's unexpected appointments, and representing Christ in all our interactions. It challenges us to reorder our loves, putting God first, and to be ready to say 'yes' to His calling, even when it doesn't align with our plans or expectations.</p> The key scripture, Acts 13:1-12, reveals how the early church operated as a unified body, sending out missionaries under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This passage reminds us that our calling isn't just individual, but connected to the larger body of Christ. The speaker draws an interesting parallel between a football team's pre-game speech and the church's role in preparing and sending out its members. This analogy helps us understand that while we all hear the same message, we each have unique roles to play in God's plan. The message emphasizes the importance of daily faithfulness, being open to God's unexpected appointments, and representing Christ in all our interactions. It challenges us to reorder our loves, putting God first, and to be ready to say 'yes' to His calling, even when it doesn't align with our plans or expectations.

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2423 148 4a1c19b48b451e6016342001ef10bec1 no The Joy & Blessing of Remaining Steadfast // Upside-Down Life: Wk 13 Part 13 David Haynes <p>We're challenged to reframe our perspective on trials and difficulties in our lives. The book of James teaches us to 'count it all joy' when we face various trials, not because the trials themselves are joyful, but because of the spiritual growth they produce. We're reminded that trials are designed to build our faith, create intimacy with God, and increase our dependency on Him. The message emphasizes that our attitude towards trials is crucial - instead of complaining, we're called to cooperate with God's work in our lives. This shift in mindset can transform us from bitter followers to better followers of Christ. The speaker draws parallels between our struggles and those of biblical figures like King David and the Apostle Paul, showing how they turned to God in their darkest moments. This message encourages us to seek wisdom from God, remain steadfast under trial, and trust in His faithfulness, even when our circumstances seem overwhelming.</p> <p>We're challenged to reframe our perspective on trials and difficulties in our lives. The book of James teaches us to 'count it all joy' when we face various trials, not because the trials themselves are joyful, but because of the spiritual growth they produce. We're reminded that trials are designed to build our faith, create intimacy with God, and increase our dependency on Him. The message emphasizes that our attitude towards trials is crucial - instead of complaining, we're called to cooperate with God's work in our lives. This shift in mindset can transform us from bitter followers to better followers of Christ. The speaker draws parallels between our struggles and those of biblical figures like King David and the Apostle Paul, showing how they turned to God in their darkest moments. This message encourages us to seek wisdom from God, remain steadfast under trial, and trust in His faithfulness, even when our circumstances seem overwhelming.</p> We're challenged to reframe our perspective on trials and difficulties in our lives. The book of James teaches us to 'count it all joy' when we face various trials, not because the trials themselves are joyful, but because of the spiritual growth they produce. We're reminded that trials are designed to build our faith, create intimacy with God, and increase our dependency on Him. The message emphasizes that our attitude towards trials is crucial - instead of complaining, we're called to cooperate with God's work in our lives. This shift in mindset can transform us from bitter followers to better followers of Christ. The speaker draws parallels between our struggles and those of biblical figures like King David and the Apostle Paul, showing how they turned to God in their darkest moments. This message encourages us to seek wisdom from God, remain steadfast under trial, and trust in His faithfulness, even when our circumstances seem overwhelming.

]]> Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2228 149 904c07af6d72d107cdcda9dd1d2ac0ca no "Trusting in God Every Day" with Rose Harper Episode 3.03 Alaina Davis, Chrissy Williams <p>In this episode, Alaina and Chrissy interview Rose Harper about her battle with cancer and what it looks like to trust God in the "every day" of life.</p> <p>In this episode, Alaina and Chrissy interview Rose Harper about her battle with cancer and what it looks like to trust God in the "every day" of life.</p> In this episode, Alaina and Chrissy interview Rose Harper about her battle with cancer and what it looks like to trust God in the "every day" of life.

]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2743 150 4bce27a5cfa97f6dcf04a4bd2c856561 no DONNY LOOKS AHEAD + FORGIVING OTHERS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In the latest episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave look ahead to where we see the Lord taking us in the coming years as well as walking through what it looks like to love one another through forgiveness.</p> <p>In the latest episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave look ahead to where we see the Lord taking us in the coming years as well as walking through what it looks like to love one another through forgiveness.</p> In the latest episode of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave look ahead to where we see the Lord taking us in the coming years as well as walking through what it looks like to love one another through forgiveness.

]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1659 151 c6bacae08930e45535de386dea5f3d3c no Beyond Fair // Upside-Down Life: Wk 11 Part 11 Donny Wadley Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2649 152 a23312bdee18b26810af27a8bec9f6bd no DONNY'S LONELY DAYS + THE BRIDGE BETWEEN FAITH & INTEGRITY Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this episode of Monday Afternoon Faith, Donny & Dave talk about Donny's early days working alone on campus and the beautiful connection between faith and integrity.</p> <p>In this episode of Monday Afternoon Faith, Donny & Dave talk about Donny's early days working alone on campus and the beautiful connection between faith and integrity.</p> In this episode of Monday Afternoon Faith, Donny & Dave talk about Donny's early days working alone on campus and the beautiful connection between faith and integrity.

]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1811 153 d2fb6a7bb75a4102f7cc3acb5d3084b3 no Words Matter // Upside-Down Life: Wk 10 Part 10 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to examine the integrity of our words and actions. Jesus confronts the religious leaders' manipulation of oaths, calling us to a higher standard of truthfulness that reflects God's character. The central message reminds us that as followers of Christ, our yes should mean yes and our no should mean no, without the need for elaborate promises or spiritual-sounding language. This teaching invites us to consider how our everyday speech and behavior align with our faith. Are we living in a way that consistently reflects the truth of the gospel? By embracing this call to integrity, we have the opportunity to stand out in a world often filled with half-truths and broken promises, shining as beacons of Christ's unwavering faithfulness.</p> <p>We're challenged to examine the integrity of our words and actions. Jesus confronts the religious leaders' manipulation of oaths, calling us to a higher standard of truthfulness that reflects God's character. The central message reminds us that as followers of Christ, our yes should mean yes and our no should mean no, without the need for elaborate promises or spiritual-sounding language. This teaching invites us to consider how our everyday speech and behavior align with our faith. Are we living in a way that consistently reflects the truth of the gospel? By embracing this call to integrity, we have the opportunity to stand out in a world often filled with half-truths and broken promises, shining as beacons of Christ's unwavering faithfulness.</p> We're challenged to examine the integrity of our words and actions. Jesus confronts the religious leaders' manipulation of oaths, calling us to a higher standard of truthfulness that reflects God's character. The central message reminds us that as followers of Christ, our yes should mean yes and our no should mean no, without the need for elaborate promises or spiritual-sounding language. This teaching invites us to consider how our everyday speech and behavior align with our faith. Are we living in a way that consistently reflects the truth of the gospel? By embracing this call to integrity, we have the opportunity to stand out in a world often filled with half-truths and broken promises, shining as beacons of Christ's unwavering faithfulness.

]]> Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2381 154 20ea3cf2792020d2190f02ea63efe512 no Chandler's Baptism Brady Evans Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 124 155 543283a02d2da04603192512cfdc9b60 no Mackensie's Baptism Donny Wadley Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 77 156 01cc5a155b9373dfe4a2640be1d278bd no TALKING DIVORCE / MARRIAGE / LIVING TOGETHER / ETC. Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave break down the message from Sunday, June 1st, at Fountain City Church by going over some great feedback, answering questions, sharing encouragement, and pointing to Jesus.</p> <p>Donny and Dave break down the message from Sunday, June 1st, at Fountain City Church by going over some great feedback, answering questions, sharing encouragement, and pointing to Jesus.</p> Donny and Dave break down the message from Sunday, June 1st, at Fountain City Church by going over some great feedback, answering questions, sharing encouragement, and pointing to Jesus.

]]> Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1920 157 3fb7f20e4a9c1c83fd3a676c5aad03f8 no Messy Love, Merciful God // Upside-Down Life: Wk 09 Part 09 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Using Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5, we're reminded that sin isn't just about actions, but the condition of our hearts. The message draws a striking parallel between misleading product labels and the false promises of sin, emphasizing how lust advertises pleasure but delivers guilt and shame. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the cost of discipleship. The story of David and Bathsheba serves as a sobering reminder of how unchecked desire can lead to devastating consequences. As we reflect on this, we're called to examine our own hearts, cut off access to temptation, break the chains of secrecy, and stop justifying our sins. The good news? Jesus offers us not just forgiveness, but the power to live in freedom and purity.</p> <p>We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Using Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5, we're reminded that sin isn't just about actions, but the condition of our hearts. The message draws a striking parallel between misleading product labels and the false promises of sin, emphasizing how lust advertises pleasure but delivers guilt and shame. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the cost of discipleship. The story of David and Bathsheba serves as a sobering reminder of how unchecked desire can lead to devastating consequences. As we reflect on this, we're called to examine our own hearts, cut off access to temptation, break the chains of secrecy, and stop justifying our sins. The good news? Jesus offers us not just forgiveness, but the power to live in freedom and purity.</p> We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Using Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5, we're reminded that sin isn't just about actions, but the condition of our hearts. The message draws a striking parallel between misleading product labels and the false promises of sin, emphasizing how lust advertises pleasure but delivers guilt and shame. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the cost of discipleship. The story of David and Bathsheba serves as a sobering reminder of how unchecked desire can lead to devastating consequences. As we reflect on this, we're called to examine our own hearts, cut off access to temptation, break the chains of secrecy, and stop justifying our sins. The good news? Jesus offers us not just forgiveness, but the power to live in freedom and purity.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2464 158 4929dab48dc4474626bbf017bc38d2ec no Ready for Action // Upside-Down Life: Wk 08 Part 08 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Drawing from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:27-30, we're reminded that sin isn't just about outward actions, but the condition of our hearts. The sermon uses vivid analogies, like misleading product labels, to illustrate how sin promises satisfaction but delivers emptiness. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the high cost of discipleship. The message emphasizes that we can't manage sin; we must make war against it. By examining King David's fall with Bathsheba, we see how unguarded hearts can lead to devastating consequences. Ultimately, we're called to replace our sinful desires with a greater affection for Christ, finding true freedom and satisfaction in Him alone.</p> <p>We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Drawing from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:27-30, we're reminded that sin isn't just about outward actions, but the condition of our hearts. The sermon uses vivid analogies, like misleading product labels, to illustrate how sin promises satisfaction but delivers emptiness. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the high cost of discipleship. The message emphasizes that we can't manage sin; we must make war against it. By examining King David's fall with Bathsheba, we see how unguarded hearts can lead to devastating consequences. Ultimately, we're called to replace our sinful desires with a greater affection for Christ, finding true freedom and satisfaction in Him alone.</p> We're challenged to confront the deceptive nature of sin, particularly lust, and its impact on our spiritual lives. Drawing from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:27-30, we're reminded that sin isn't just about outward actions, but the condition of our hearts. The sermon uses vivid analogies, like misleading product labels, to illustrate how sin promises satisfaction but delivers emptiness. We're urged to take Jesus' words seriously - to 'tear out' and 'cut off' whatever leads us to sin. This isn't about self-harm, but about radical repentance and the high cost of discipleship. The message emphasizes that we can't manage sin; we must make war against it. By examining King David's fall with Bathsheba, we see how unguarded hearts can lead to devastating consequences. Ultimately, we're called to replace our sinful desires with a greater affection for Christ, finding true freedom and satisfaction in Him alone.

]]> Sun, 25 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2142 159 a93396cbc083cd37ab1516acae77c9f9 no Women Who Disciple Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to embrace the biblical model of spiritual mentorship outlined in Titus 2. The central theme revolves around older women teaching and training younger women in godliness, love, and practical Christian living. This isn't just about age, but about spiritual maturity and the passing down of wisdom. We're reminded that discipleship isn't confined to church walls - it happens in our homes, at our kitchen tables, and in the everyday moments of life. The message emphasizes that what we do in our homes and relationships matters eternally, shaping not just our families but the church and society. It's a call to counter-cultural living, choosing self-control, purity, and kindness in a world that often pushes us in the opposite direction. As we reflect on this, let's consider: How can we, regardless of our age or stage in life, both seek out mentors and become mentors to others? Our lives are meant to make the gospel attractive - are we living in a way that draws others to Christ?</p> <p>We're challenged to embrace the biblical model of spiritual mentorship outlined in Titus 2. The central theme revolves around older women teaching and training younger women in godliness, love, and practical Christian living. This isn't just about age, but about spiritual maturity and the passing down of wisdom. We're reminded that discipleship isn't confined to church walls - it happens in our homes, at our kitchen tables, and in the everyday moments of life. The message emphasizes that what we do in our homes and relationships matters eternally, shaping not just our families but the church and society. It's a call to counter-cultural living, choosing self-control, purity, and kindness in a world that often pushes us in the opposite direction. As we reflect on this, let's consider: How can we, regardless of our age or stage in life, both seek out mentors and become mentors to others? Our lives are meant to make the gospel attractive - are we living in a way that draws others to Christ?</p> We're challenged to embrace the biblical model of spiritual mentorship outlined in Titus 2. The central theme revolves around older women teaching and training younger women in godliness, love, and practical Christian living. This isn't just about age, but about spiritual maturity and the passing down of wisdom. We're reminded that discipleship isn't confined to church walls - it happens in our homes, at our kitchen tables, and in the everyday moments of life. The message emphasizes that what we do in our homes and relationships matters eternally, shaping not just our families but the church and society. It's a call to counter-cultural living, choosing self-control, purity, and kindness in a world that often pushes us in the opposite direction. As we reflect on this, let's consider: How can we, regardless of our age or stage in life, both seek out mentors and become mentors to others? Our lives are meant to make the gospel attractive - are we living in a way that draws others to Christ?

]]> Sun, 11 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2540 160 c385a483c656ef359eac3047bc67f3d5 no 004. What about this song? <p>This week we dive into our process of picking songs for our weekend worship gathering!</p> <p>This week we dive into our process of picking songs for our weekend worship gathering!</p> This week we dive into our process of picking songs for our weekend worship gathering!

]]> Thu, 08 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1689 161 f793949d7605a7429a560746624ea1e5 no TRAVEL ISSUES + THE UPSIDE DOWN LIFE + FORGIVENESS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this surprise episode, Donny & Dave talk through his message on forgiveness and bitterness. Few things turn our lives upside down like forgiving those who have hurt us.</p> <p>In this surprise episode, Donny & Dave talk through his message on forgiveness and bitterness. Few things turn our lives upside down like forgiving those who have hurt us.</p> In this surprise episode, Donny & Dave talk through his message on forgiveness and bitterness. Few things turn our lives upside down like forgiving those who have hurt us.

]]> Mon, 05 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1876 162 948d04ec73059d780654151e2523adf9 no Unforgiveness Comes with a Cost // Upside-Down Life: Wk 07 Part 07 Donny Wadley Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2505 163 8d8e454e5f13cd3705efff174afb0d53 no 003. Is that song worshipful? <p>In this episode we break down what exactly makes a song worshipful.</p> <p>In this episode we break down what exactly makes a song worshipful.</p> In this episode we break down what exactly makes a song worshipful.

]]> Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1413 164 65dac13bd5c0f852a9e0edb7cbe8161d no SOFT, NO FLOP + ABIDING IN JESUS Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Sadly, this is the last episode of Monday Morning Faith until May 19th... but it's a DOOZY! Donny & Dave talk about Donny's playing style in the NBA, thoughts on Nico, and what it means to abide in Jesus.</p> <p>Sadly, this is the last episode of Monday Morning Faith until May 19th... but it's a DOOZY! Donny & Dave talk about Donny's playing style in the NBA, thoughts on Nico, and what it means to abide in Jesus.</p> Sadly, this is the last episode of Monday Morning Faith until May 19th... but it's a DOOZY! Donny & Dave talk about Donny's playing style in the NBA, thoughts on Nico, and what it means to abide in Jesus.

]]> Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2213 165 1f0378fa1a1f4374c719418b02738803 no Abide in Jesus // Names & Nails: Wk 08 Part 08 Donny Wadley <p>The central message revolves around our purpose: to glorify God by bearing spiritual fruit. We're challenged to examine our lives and ask, are we truly abiding in Jesus? The imagery of the vine and branches beautifully illustrates our need for constant connection to Christ. Without Him, we can do nothing of eternal value. But when we remain in Him and His words remain in us, we're promised answered prayers and fullness of joy. This isn't about perfection, but about staying close to the source of life. Are we living in the warmth of God's love or have we stepped into the cold shade of disobedience? The message encourages us to return to the light, reminding us that God's love never changes - only our awareness of it does. As we abide in Christ, we not only experience His love more deeply but also bear fruit that glorifies God and proves we are His disciples.</p> <p>The central message revolves around our purpose: to glorify God by bearing spiritual fruit. We're challenged to examine our lives and ask, are we truly abiding in Jesus? The imagery of the vine and branches beautifully illustrates our need for constant connection to Christ. Without Him, we can do nothing of eternal value. But when we remain in Him and His words remain in us, we're promised answered prayers and fullness of joy. This isn't about perfection, but about staying close to the source of life. Are we living in the warmth of God's love or have we stepped into the cold shade of disobedience? The message encourages us to return to the light, reminding us that God's love never changes - only our awareness of it does. As we abide in Christ, we not only experience His love more deeply but also bear fruit that glorifies God and proves we are His disciples.</p> The central message revolves around our purpose: to glorify God by bearing spiritual fruit. We're challenged to examine our lives and ask, are we truly abiding in Jesus? The imagery of the vine and branches beautifully illustrates our need for constant connection to Christ. Without Him, we can do nothing of eternal value. But when we remain in Him and His words remain in us, we're promised answered prayers and fullness of joy. This isn't about perfection, but about staying close to the source of life. Are we living in the warmth of God's love or have we stepped into the cold shade of disobedience? The message encourages us to return to the light, reminding us that God's love never changes - only our awareness of it does. As we abide in Christ, we not only experience His love more deeply but also bear fruit that glorifies God and proves we are His disciples.

]]> Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2850 166 09fd563b20c409ea4e02f894a2f17b2a no ROCKY RANKINGS + RESURRECTED LIVING Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>In this special post-Easter Tuesday-edition of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave rank the Rocky movies alongside other USA-Russian themed movies and talk about how to walk in a Kingdom-mindset when it comes to the resurrection.</p> <p>In this special post-Easter Tuesday-edition of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave rank the Rocky movies alongside other USA-Russian themed movies and talk about how to walk in a Kingdom-mindset when it comes to the resurrection.</p> In this special post-Easter Tuesday-edition of Monday Morning Faith, Donny & Dave rank the Rocky movies alongside other USA-Russian themed movies and talk about how to walk in a Kingdom-mindset when it comes to the resurrection.

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1658 167 95d0da7004f995f27f2cd15eec40c1f6 no The Resurrection // Names & Nails: Wk 07 Part 07 Donny Wadley <p>In this Easter message, we're reminded that Jesus is not just the giver of resurrection, but He is the resurrection itself. The story of Lazarus in John 11 beautifully illustrates how God's delays are not denials, but opportunities for greater glory. We're challenged to believe in Jesus' power over death, not just as a historical event, but as a present reality in our lives. The sermon emphasizes that real love sacrifices, exemplified by Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross. We're encouraged to see that our relationship with God is based not on how much we love Him, but on His immeasurable love for us. This message invites us to examine our faith and asks the crucial question: Do we truly believe in Jesus as the resurrection and the life?</p> <p>In this Easter message, we're reminded that Jesus is not just the giver of resurrection, but He is the resurrection itself. The story of Lazarus in John 11 beautifully illustrates how God's delays are not denials, but opportunities for greater glory. We're challenged to believe in Jesus' power over death, not just as a historical event, but as a present reality in our lives. The sermon emphasizes that real love sacrifices, exemplified by Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross. We're encouraged to see that our relationship with God is based not on how much we love Him, but on His immeasurable love for us. This message invites us to examine our faith and asks the crucial question: Do we truly believe in Jesus as the resurrection and the life?</p> In this Easter message, we're reminded that Jesus is not just the giver of resurrection, but He is the resurrection itself. The story of Lazarus in John 11 beautifully illustrates how God's delays are not denials, but opportunities for greater glory. We're challenged to believe in Jesus' power over death, not just as a historical event, but as a present reality in our lives. The sermon emphasizes that real love sacrifices, exemplified by Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross. We're encouraged to see that our relationship with God is based not on how much we love Him, but on His immeasurable love for us. This message invites us to examine our faith and asks the crucial question: Do we truly believe in Jesus as the resurrection and the life?

]]> Sun, 20 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2305 168 9e79d27530a6208528d0db1fd094deac no Landon's Baptism Jake Wilbert Sun, 20 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 127 169 08974388cd324ec3e09442a6f7c36a0f no The Man with Jesus From Good Friday 2025 David Williams <p>This is the communion meditation on Luke 23 from our Good Friday Night of Worship on April 18th, 2025.</p> <p>This is the communion meditation on Luke 23 from our Good Friday Night of Worship on April 18th, 2025.</p> This is the communion meditation on Luke 23 from our Good Friday Night of Worship on April 18th, 2025.

]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 387 170 081e45b6eda864e4573019266fe3cf55 no The Vine // Names & Nails: Wk 06 Part 06 Donny Wadley <p>Are we truly connected to the source of our spiritual life? This powerful message delves into John 15:1-5, where Jesus declares 'I am the true vine.' We're challenged to examine our connection to Christ, the vine, and our role as branches meant to bear fruit. The analogy of a phone that appears plugged in but isn't truly charging serves as a stark reminder of our spiritual lives. Are we merely going through the motions, or are we drawing life-giving nourishment from Jesus? The message explores four types of spiritual fruit: making disciples, living a holy life, performing good works, and exhibiting Christ-like character. As we reflect on these, we're encouraged to consider how our lives demonstrate these fruits and where we might need to strengthen our connection to the vine.</p> <p>Are we truly connected to the source of our spiritual life? This powerful message delves into John 15:1-5, where Jesus declares 'I am the true vine.' We're challenged to examine our connection to Christ, the vine, and our role as branches meant to bear fruit. The analogy of a phone that appears plugged in but isn't truly charging serves as a stark reminder of our spiritual lives. Are we merely going through the motions, or are we drawing life-giving nourishment from Jesus? The message explores four types of spiritual fruit: making disciples, living a holy life, performing good works, and exhibiting Christ-like character. As we reflect on these, we're encouraged to consider how our lives demonstrate these fruits and where we might need to strengthen our connection to the vine.</p> Are we truly connected to the source of our spiritual life? This powerful message delves into John 15:1-5, where Jesus declares 'I am the true vine.' We're challenged to examine our connection to Christ, the vine, and our role as branches meant to bear fruit. The analogy of a phone that appears plugged in but isn't truly charging serves as a stark reminder of our spiritual lives. Are we merely going through the motions, or are we drawing life-giving nourishment from Jesus? The message explores four types of spiritual fruit: making disciples, living a holy life, performing good works, and exhibiting Christ-like character. As we reflect on these, we're encouraged to consider how our lives demonstrate these fruits and where we might need to strengthen our connection to the vine.

]]> Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2366 171 9f065cc7077a1c98630d37d14b0fb9ab no 002. Prepared? How do we prepare for worship? <p>In this episode we explore the question, "How do we prepare for worship?"</p> <p>In this episode we explore the question, "How do we prepare for worship?"</p> In this episode we explore the question, "How do we prepare for worship?"

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1588 172 f898ed3af6ce7b343af2053be3fbd1cd no THE AWKWARDNESS OF EXCLUSIVITY + KNOWING GOD'S WORD Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny & Dave talk through "The Way, the Truth, and the Life" from our series Names & Nails, especially focusing on how to stand strong on the exclusivity of salvation in Christ while staying loving towards others.</p> <p>Donny & Dave talk through "The Way, the Truth, and the Life" from our series Names & Nails, especially focusing on how to stand strong on the exclusivity of salvation in Christ while staying loving towards others.</p> Donny & Dave talk through "The Way, the Truth, and the Life" from our series Names & Nails, especially focusing on how to stand strong on the exclusivity of salvation in Christ while staying loving towards others.

]]> Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1041 173 35c624bddc8185ea7f31f17952306e32 no The Way, the Truth, and the Life // Names & Nails: Wk 05 Part 05 Donny Wadley <p>We're challenged to confront the exclusive nature of salvation through Jesus Christ. The sermon delves deep into John 14:6, where Jesus declares, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.' This bold statement flies in the face of our postmodern world's inclination towards pluralism and relativism. We're reminded that in a culture that often celebrates multiple truths, Jesus stands as the singular path to reconciliation with God. The message encourages us to examine our own beliefs and ensure we're not crafting a 'custom-made' version of God that fits our preferences. Instead, we're called to embrace the God of the Bible in His full, transcendent glory. This teaching invites us to reflect on how we might be compromising our faith in everyday conversations and challenges us to stand firm in the truth of Christ's exclusive claim to salvation.</p> <p>We're challenged to confront the exclusive nature of salvation through Jesus Christ. The sermon delves deep into John 14:6, where Jesus declares, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.' This bold statement flies in the face of our postmodern world's inclination towards pluralism and relativism. We're reminded that in a culture that often celebrates multiple truths, Jesus stands as the singular path to reconciliation with God. The message encourages us to examine our own beliefs and ensure we're not crafting a 'custom-made' version of God that fits our preferences. Instead, we're called to embrace the God of the Bible in His full, transcendent glory. This teaching invites us to reflect on how we might be compromising our faith in everyday conversations and challenges us to stand firm in the truth of Christ's exclusive claim to salvation.</p> We're challenged to confront the exclusive nature of salvation through Jesus Christ. The sermon delves deep into John 14:6, where Jesus declares, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.' This bold statement flies in the face of our postmodern world's inclination towards pluralism and relativism. We're reminded that in a culture that often celebrates multiple truths, Jesus stands as the singular path to reconciliation with God. The message encourages us to examine our own beliefs and ensure we're not crafting a 'custom-made' version of God that fits our preferences. Instead, we're called to embrace the God of the Bible in His full, transcendent glory. This teaching invites us to reflect on how we might be compromising our faith in everyday conversations and challenges us to stand firm in the truth of Christ's exclusive claim to salvation.

]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2547 174 45cca7753375da7cf33fcbc3c3ef7423 no 001. Pilot <p>Who are we? What's this podcast?</p> <p>Who are we? What's this podcast?</p> Who are we? What's this podcast?

]]> Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 942 175 7af2a683d04fd670425fc06a0d6f3f4d no JUDY ROGERS: "Growing in Our Dependency on God" Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Judy Rogers <p>In the last of this mini-series, Dave interviews long-time friend and co-laborer in Christ, Judy Rogers, about leaving a legacy, discipleship, and growing in our dependency on God.</p> <p>In the last of this mini-series, Dave interviews long-time friend and co-laborer in Christ, Judy Rogers, about leaving a legacy, discipleship, and growing in our dependency on God.</p> In the last of this mini-series, Dave interviews long-time friend and co-laborer in Christ, Judy Rogers, about leaving a legacy, discipleship, and growing in our dependency on God.

]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3370 176 b9464b57d316a006a63395cd72359ee3 no KNOWING GOD + BEING KNOWN BY HIM Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>DONNY'S BACK! The band is back together, discussing Donny's sabbatical, the comfort of knowing God and being known by Him, and this past week's message, "The Good Shepherd".</p> <p>DONNY'S BACK! The band is back together, discussing Donny's sabbatical, the comfort of knowing God and being known by Him, and this past week's message, "The Good Shepherd".</p> DONNY'S BACK! The band is back together, discussing Donny's sabbatical, the comfort of knowing God and being known by Him, and this past week's message, "The Good Shepherd".

]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1754 177 39207a24f33c1d47c768ac070ebee11a no The Good Shepherd // Names & Nails: Wk 04 Part 04 Tony Buchanan <p>In this powerful exploration of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, we delve into the profound implications of this divine identity. Drawing from John 10, we encounter a testimony of Christ's divinity, exclusivity, and deep care for His flock. The message reminds us that Jesus is not just a good shepherd, but the Good Shepherd - unique, authentic, and preeminent. We're challenged to grasp the enormity of God's love for us, a love that doesn't fluctuate based on our actions but remains constant because it's grounded in His very nature. This message of God's intimate knowledge and care for each of us, even amidst the vastness of creation, offers comfort and hope in our daily struggles. As we approach Easter, we're invited to reflect on the ultimate demonstration of this love - Christ laying down His life for us, and the triumphant resurrection that followed. This overview leaves us with a pressing question: Do we truly know the Good Shepherd, and have we found life in His name?</p> <p>In this powerful exploration of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, we delve into the profound implications of this divine identity. Drawing from John 10, we encounter a testimony of Christ's divinity, exclusivity, and deep care for His flock. The message reminds us that Jesus is not just a good shepherd, but the Good Shepherd - unique, authentic, and preeminent. We're challenged to grasp the enormity of God's love for us, a love that doesn't fluctuate based on our actions but remains constant because it's grounded in His very nature. This message of God's intimate knowledge and care for each of us, even amidst the vastness of creation, offers comfort and hope in our daily struggles. As we approach Easter, we're invited to reflect on the ultimate demonstration of this love - Christ laying down His life for us, and the triumphant resurrection that followed. This overview leaves us with a pressing question: Do we truly know the Good Shepherd, and have we found life in His name?</p> In this powerful exploration of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, we delve into the profound implications of this divine identity. Drawing from John 10, we encounter a testimony of Christ's divinity, exclusivity, and deep care for His flock. The message reminds us that Jesus is not just a good shepherd, but the Good Shepherd - unique, authentic, and preeminent. We're challenged to grasp the enormity of God's love for us, a love that doesn't fluctuate based on our actions but remains constant because it's grounded in His very nature. This message of God's intimate knowledge and care for each of us, even amidst the vastness of creation, offers comfort and hope in our daily struggles. As we approach Easter, we're invited to reflect on the ultimate demonstration of this love - Christ laying down His life for us, and the triumphant resurrection that followed. This overview leaves us with a pressing question: Do we truly know the Good Shepherd, and have we found life in His name?

]]> Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2580 178 b94ce07fe83c7bb713a4a8f75a910843 no CAL SMITH: "Relationships are the Heart of Christianity" Monday Morning Faith Cal Smith, David Williams <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, David interviews his friend and brother in Christ, Cal Smith, about what it looks like to live out your faith in the workplace, keeping the purpose of following Jesus at the center of everything.</p> <p>In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, David interviews his friend and brother in Christ, Cal Smith, about what it looks like to live out your faith in the workplace, keeping the purpose of following Jesus at the center of everything.</p> In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, David interviews his friend and brother in Christ, Cal Smith, about what it looks like to live out your faith in the workplace, keeping the purpose of following Jesus at the center of everything.

]]> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2396 179 b86ad2a9458b64389b7abef5b642e4e7 no The Bread of Life // Names & Nails: Wk 03 Part 03 Stu Setliffe <p>In this exploration of Jesus' 'I am' statements, we delve into the profound declaration 'I am the bread of life' from John 6. This statement isn't just about physical sustenance; it's a call to recognize our deep spiritual hunger and Christ as our ultimate provision. We're reminded that just as we need daily physical nourishment, our souls require constant spiritual feeding through God's Word. The parallel between manna in the wilderness and Jesus as the true bread from heaven beautifully illustrates God's continual care for His people. As we grapple with our own doubts and struggles, we're encouraged to find assurance in Christ's promise to never cast out those who come to Him. This message challenges us to examine our spiritual appetites and to feast on the richness of God's Word, finding in Christ not just temporary satisfaction, but eternal life.</p> <p>In this exploration of Jesus' 'I am' statements, we delve into the profound declaration 'I am the bread of life' from John 6. This statement isn't just about physical sustenance; it's a call to recognize our deep spiritual hunger and Christ as our ultimate provision. We're reminded that just as we need daily physical nourishment, our souls require constant spiritual feeding through God's Word. The parallel between manna in the wilderness and Jesus as the true bread from heaven beautifully illustrates God's continual care for His people. As we grapple with our own doubts and struggles, we're encouraged to find assurance in Christ's promise to never cast out those who come to Him. This message challenges us to examine our spiritual appetites and to feast on the richness of God's Word, finding in Christ not just temporary satisfaction, but eternal life.</p> In this exploration of Jesus' 'I am' statements, we delve into the profound declaration 'I am the bread of life' from John 6. This statement isn't just about physical sustenance; it's a call to recognize our deep spiritual hunger and Christ as our ultimate provision. We're reminded that just as we need daily physical nourishment, our souls require constant spiritual feeding through God's Word. The parallel between manna in the wilderness and Jesus as the true bread from heaven beautifully illustrates God's continual care for His people. As we grapple with our own doubts and struggles, we're encouraged to find assurance in Christ's promise to never cast out those who come to Him. This message challenges us to examine our spiritual appetites and to feast on the richness of God's Word, finding in Christ not just temporary satisfaction, but eternal life.

]]> Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1991 180 93636123043694d74b05850a97b2f527 no DANNY GOINS: "We're all in this together" Monday Morning Faith Danny Goins, David Williams <p>David Williams interviews Couples Groups Director and friend, Danny Goins, about what it looks like be intentional in our lives, ministry, and relationships at any and every age.</p> <p>David Williams interviews Couples Groups Director and friend, Danny Goins, about what it looks like be intentional in our lives, ministry, and relationships at any and every age.</p> David Williams interviews Couples Groups Director and friend, Danny Goins, about what it looks like be intentional in our lives, ministry, and relationships at any and every age.

]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2395 181 2750c4d29ed0e8c09b0cfc91f0b3517f no The Door // Names & Nails: Wk 02 Part 02 TJ Earl <p>Explore the profound truth of Jesus as the one true door to salvation and abundant life. Drawing from John 10, we're reminded that in a world full of many entrances, there is only one way to the Kingdom of God. The imagery of the sheepfold beautifully illustrates how Jesus protects and guides His flock, calling each of us by name. This teaching challenges us to recognize the voice of our Shepherd amidst the clamor of thieves and robbers who seek to lead us astray. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own lives: Are we truly entering through the door of Christ, or are we attempting to climb in another way? This message urges us to embrace the simplicity and exclusivity of salvation through Jesus, reminding us that His sacrifice is the only credential we need to enter God's presence.</p> <p>Explore the profound truth of Jesus as the one true door to salvation and abundant life. Drawing from John 10, we're reminded that in a world full of many entrances, there is only one way to the Kingdom of God. The imagery of the sheepfold beautifully illustrates how Jesus protects and guides His flock, calling each of us by name. This teaching challenges us to recognize the voice of our Shepherd amidst the clamor of thieves and robbers who seek to lead us astray. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own lives: Are we truly entering through the door of Christ, or are we attempting to climb in another way? This message urges us to embrace the simplicity and exclusivity of salvation through Jesus, reminding us that His sacrifice is the only credential we need to enter God's presence.</p> Explore the profound truth of Jesus as the one true door to salvation and abundant life. Drawing from John 10, we're reminded that in a world full of many entrances, there is only one way to the Kingdom of God. The imagery of the sheepfold beautifully illustrates how Jesus protects and guides His flock, calling each of us by name. This teaching challenges us to recognize the voice of our Shepherd amidst the clamor of thieves and robbers who seek to lead us astray. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to examine our own lives: Are we truly entering through the door of Christ, or are we attempting to climb in another way? This message urges us to embrace the simplicity and exclusivity of salvation through Jesus, reminding us that His sacrifice is the only credential we need to enter God's presence.

]]> Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2162 182 8daa21768e49f218fc4fee0c43c3f8c9 no ROSE HARPER: "The enemy won't take my joy" Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Rose Harper <p>In this special mini-series about stories of faith, Dave interviews our good friend Rose Harper about her journey following Christ and battling cancer.</p> <p>In this special mini-series about stories of faith, Dave interviews our good friend Rose Harper about her journey following Christ and battling cancer.</p> In this special mini-series about stories of faith, Dave interviews our good friend Rose Harper about her journey following Christ and battling cancer.

]]> Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1846 183 d9114f36ec27c6f6920f18bad2dc209c no 10:30am Worship Service Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 35 184 f6c04570d27d9518d4160b9ad317a110 no The Light of the World // Names & Nails: Wk 01 Part 01 Chaz Goodin <p>In this exploration of Jesus as the Light of the World, we're invited to dive deep into John 8:12-30. This passage illuminates Christ's divine identity and His transformative power in our lives. As we contemplate Jesus' bold declaration, 'I am the light of the world,' we're challenged to consider how this light identifies, glorifies, and sanctifies us. The imagery of light permeates Scripture, from the pillar of fire guiding Israel to the temple menorah, all pointing to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment. This light doesn't just reveal; it exchanges our darkness for His righteousness, presenting us blameless before God. As we approach the Easter season, we're called to reflect on how we're walking in this light. Are we allowing Christ's radiance to shine through us, especially in difficult times? This message urges us to dive into God's Word, invite accountability, and actively seek the Spirit's work in our lives, preparing our hearts to fully embrace and share the transformative power of Christ's light.</p> <p>In this exploration of Jesus as the Light of the World, we're invited to dive deep into John 8:12-30. This passage illuminates Christ's divine identity and His transformative power in our lives. As we contemplate Jesus' bold declaration, 'I am the light of the world,' we're challenged to consider how this light identifies, glorifies, and sanctifies us. The imagery of light permeates Scripture, from the pillar of fire guiding Israel to the temple menorah, all pointing to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment. This light doesn't just reveal; it exchanges our darkness for His righteousness, presenting us blameless before God. As we approach the Easter season, we're called to reflect on how we're walking in this light. Are we allowing Christ's radiance to shine through us, especially in difficult times? This message urges us to dive into God's Word, invite accountability, and actively seek the Spirit's work in our lives, preparing our hearts to fully embrace and share the transformative power of Christ's light.</p> In this exploration of Jesus as the Light of the World, we're invited to dive deep into John 8:12-30. This passage illuminates Christ's divine identity and His transformative power in our lives. As we contemplate Jesus' bold declaration, 'I am the light of the world,' we're challenged to consider how this light identifies, glorifies, and sanctifies us. The imagery of light permeates Scripture, from the pillar of fire guiding Israel to the temple menorah, all pointing to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment. This light doesn't just reveal; it exchanges our darkness for His righteousness, presenting us blameless before God. As we approach the Easter season, we're called to reflect on how we're walking in this light. Are we allowing Christ's radiance to shine through us, especially in difficult times? This message urges us to dive into God's Word, invite accountability, and actively seek the Spirit's work in our lives, preparing our hearts to fully embrace and share the transformative power of Christ's light.

]]> Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2173 185 45d775cc11f144fa616ec2dedc2c8da7 no 9am Worship Service Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 13712 186 acb200ed2d3fbffc4854a6ef80942088 no Set Your Mind // Names & Nails: Wk 00 Part 00 David Williams <p>The story of Fountain City Church, older than sliced bread itself, serves as a testament to God's faithfulness through times of growth, trial, and renewal. As we embark on a new chapter, we're called to set our minds on the cross of Christ, understanding that it's not just a symbol, but the very essence of our identity and purpose. </p><p><br></p><p>The message challenges us to redefine what truly matters in our lives, urging us to count everything as loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. Through Paul's words in Philippians 3, we're encouraged to find our righteousness not in our own efforts, but in faith in Christ. This shift in perspective promises to transform our thinking, soften our hearts, and strengthen our spirits as we journey through the next 40 days leading to Easter.</p> <p>The story of Fountain City Church, older than sliced bread itself, serves as a testament to God's faithfulness through times of growth, trial, and renewal. As we embark on a new chapter, we're called to set our minds on the cross of Christ, understanding that it's not just a symbol, but the very essence of our identity and purpose. </p><p><br></p><p>The message challenges us to redefine what truly matters in our lives, urging us to count everything as loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. Through Paul's words in Philippians 3, we're encouraged to find our righteousness not in our own efforts, but in faith in Christ. This shift in perspective promises to transform our thinking, soften our hearts, and strengthen our spirits as we journey through the next 40 days leading to Easter.</p> The story of Fountain City Church, older than sliced bread itself, serves as a testament to God's faithfulness through times of growth, trial, and renewal. As we embark on a new chapter, we're called to set our minds on the cross of Christ, understanding that it's not just a symbol, but the very essence of our identity and purpose.


The message challenges us to redefine what truly matters in our lives, urging us to count everything as loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. Through Paul's words in Philippians 3, we're encouraged to find our righteousness not in our own efforts, but in faith in Christ. This shift in perspective promises to transform our thinking, soften our hearts, and strengthen our spirits as we journey through the next 40 days leading to Easter.

]]> Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2534 187 5f4aa380158da16e19e5c022d4e2a4b6 no 9am Worship Service Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 16205 188 6d73674e2d6aba21f9a2e9c589bfa025 no Greed to Grace // Upside-Down Life: Wk 06 Part 06 Donny Wadley Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2470 189 43d175991a4db5bc24dc68a296ad9f34 no 9am Worship Service Sun, 16 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 16208 190 597dfe4a997386dd291ba3e1ea4c65b6 no Faith in Motion // Upside-Down Life: Wk 05 Part 05 Donny Wadley Sun, 16 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2430 191 7e5549dab4e9a79e961bcb42ad058be3 no 9am Worship Service Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 15512 192 414367a1329a2d37f0a91a08868fd46b no Disappointing Discouragement // Upside-Down Life: Wk 04 Part 04 Donny Wadley Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2718 193 fb378074de7833e80fcc89259f94be11 no Melissa's Baptism by Judy Rogers Judy Rogers Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 150 194 b878f8ace85290c2c1bd422a649ef2cb no Damon's Baptism by Jared Bowling Jared Bowling Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 105 195 322926885a5eecca5d40874e6a977533 no Kamryn's Baptism by David Haynes David Haynes Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 108 196 4eda51e021f0b8d7e8bdc58215072a78 no DONNY & DAVE'S TRUE BOND + BLESSING TO BONDAGE + STAYING KINGDOM FOCUSED Monday Morning Faith David Williams, Donny Wadley <p>Donny and Dave talk about the origin of their true friendship, takeaways from their Bible reading plans, and the next installment of the Upside Down Life.</p> <p>Donny and Dave talk about the origin of their true friendship, takeaways from their Bible reading plans, and the next installment of the Upside Down Life.</p> Donny and Dave talk about the origin of their true friendship, takeaways from their Bible reading plans, and the next installment of the Upside Down Life.

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