Greater Than Sunday https://WeAreIBC.com Immanuel Baptist Church of Corbin daniel.reeves@weareibc.com Immanuel Baptist Church of Corbin Greater Than Sunday is a companion podcast to the Sunday messages at Immanuel Baptist Church. We pick up where the sermon leaves off, exploring Scripture, answering questions, and sharing insights that help connect God’s Word to everyday life. Join us as we continue the conversation and take practical steps to follow Jesus throughout the week. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at [weareibc.com](https://weareibc.com). Greater Than Sunday is a companion podcast to the Sunday messages at Immanuel Baptist Church. We pick up where the sermon leaves off, exploring Scripture, answering questions, and sharing insights that help connect God’s Word to everyday life. Join us as we continue the conversation and take practical steps to follow Jesus throughout the week. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at [weareibc.com](https://weareibc.com). en © 2026 WeAreIBC no Episode 5: Grace, God’s Law, and the Fight for Holiness Pastor Allen Bonnell, James Schweizer <p>Why do Christians still struggle with sin if Christ has set them free? In Episode 5 of Greater Than Sunday, Allen Bonnell and James continue the conversation from Romans 7 and work through practical questions about the Christian life. They discuss why believers still sin, what God’s law is for, grace versus works, the difference between obeying the law and relying on it, and what sanctification really means. They also talk about legalism, cultural standards of right and wrong, moral relativism, and why God’s commands are ultimately good. The conversation keeps returning to one central truth: Christians do not outgrow the gospel—we confess our sin, depend on the Spirit, and walk in the victory Christ has already secured.</p> <p>Why do Christians still struggle with sin if Christ has set them free? In Episode 5 of Greater Than Sunday, Allen Bonnell and James continue the conversation from Romans 7 and work through practical questions about the Christian life. They discuss why believers still sin, what God’s law is for, grace versus works, the difference between obeying the law and relying on it, and what sanctification really means. They also talk about legalism, cultural standards of right and wrong, moral relativism, and why God’s commands are ultimately good. The conversation keeps returning to one central truth: Christians do not outgrow the gospel—we confess our sin, depend on the Spirit, and walk in the victory Christ has already secured.</p> Why do Christians still struggle with sin if Christ has set them free? In Episode 5 of Greater Than Sunday, Allen Bonnell and James continue the conversation from Romans 7 and work through practical questions about the Christian life. They discuss why believers still sin, what God’s law is for, grace versus works, the difference between obeying the law and relying on it, and what sanctification really means. They also talk about legalism, cultural standards of right and wrong, moral relativism, and why God’s commands are ultimately good. The conversation keeps returning to one central truth: Christians do not outgrow the gospel—we confess our sin, depend on the Spirit, and walk in the victory Christ has already secured.

]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2026 1 ca35d7c4091c7429036bf7ad80c0fd9d no Episode 4: Why Christians Still Struggle and How Grace Changes Us Pastor Allen Bonnell, James Schweizer <p>In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, James and Pastor Allen Bonnell continue the conversation from Romans 6 by unpacking what it means to be justified by Christ and still pursue sanctification. They talk about assurance of salvation, the role of God's law, why believers still struggle with sin, and what it looks like to live as a slave to righteousness. The conversation also explores prayer, identity in Christ, resisting temptation, and the importance of Christian community in bringing sin into the light. If you've wondered how grace and obedience fit together, this episode offers practical encouragement for living out your faith throughout the week.</p> <p>In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, James and Pastor Allen Bonnell continue the conversation from Romans 6 by unpacking what it means to be justified by Christ and still pursue sanctification. They talk about assurance of salvation, the role of God's law, why believers still struggle with sin, and what it looks like to live as a slave to righteousness. The conversation also explores prayer, identity in Christ, resisting temptation, and the importance of Christian community in bringing sin into the light. If you've wondered how grace and obedience fit together, this episode offers practical encouragement for living out your faith throughout the week.</p> In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, James and Pastor Allen Bonnell continue the conversation from Romans 6 by unpacking what it means to be justified by Christ and still pursue sanctification. They talk about assurance of salvation, the role of God's law, why believers still struggle with sin, and what it looks like to live as a slave to righteousness. The conversation also explores prayer, identity in Christ, resisting temptation, and the importance of Christian community in bringing sin into the light. If you've wondered how grace and obedience fit together, this episode offers practical encouragement for living out your faith throughout the week.

]]> Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1990 2 c30b4cc6b9071e6dc921226a6b733496 no Episode 3: Replacing Lies with Truth James Schweizer, Pastor Allen Bonnell <p>When anxious, intrusive, or negative thoughts show up, how can Christians tell where they come from—and what should we do with them? In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen unpacks what it means to take every thought captive, distinguish temptation from sin, recognize destructive thought patterns, and build healthier pathways rooted in truth. The conversation also explores biblical meditation, prayer, community, and practical ways to replace lies with Scripture and action. Along the way, Allen explains why feelings shouldn’t lead the train—and how obedience can reshape the way we think and respond. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at <a href="http://weareibc.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">weareibc.com.</a></p> <p>When anxious, intrusive, or negative thoughts show up, how can Christians tell where they come from—and what should we do with them? In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen unpacks what it means to take every thought captive, distinguish temptation from sin, recognize destructive thought patterns, and build healthier pathways rooted in truth. The conversation also explores biblical meditation, prayer, community, and practical ways to replace lies with Scripture and action. Along the way, Allen explains why feelings shouldn’t lead the train—and how obedience can reshape the way we think and respond. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at <a href="http://weareibc.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">weareibc.com.</a></p> When anxious, intrusive, or negative thoughts show up, how can Christians tell where they come from—and what should we do with them? In this episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen unpacks what it means to take every thought captive, distinguish temptation from sin, recognize destructive thought patterns, and build healthier pathways rooted in truth. The conversation also explores biblical meditation, prayer, community, and practical ways to replace lies with Scripture and action. Along the way, Allen explains why feelings shouldn’t lead the train—and how obedience can reshape the way we think and respond. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at weareibc.com.

]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1937 3 920a643cd95b35c3e46a7c934ed3c25a no Episode 2: When Anxiety Won’t Let Go Pastor Allen Bonnell, Pastor Nathaniel Gray <p>What do you do when anxious thoughts keep coming back? In Episode 2 of Greater Than Sunday, Nathaniel Gray and Allen Bonnell continue the conversation about anxiety with practical questions from the church. They explore praying Scripture, making room for stillness, and recognizing the difference between conviction and condemning shame. The conversation also touches on daily habits, unresolved situations, serving others, counseling, and questions about medication. With encouragement to seek help and invite trusted people into the struggle, this episode offers ways to keep following Jesus when your mind feels restless. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at <a href="http://weareibc.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">weareibc.com.</a></p> <p>What do you do when anxious thoughts keep coming back? In Episode 2 of Greater Than Sunday, Nathaniel Gray and Allen Bonnell continue the conversation about anxiety with practical questions from the church. They explore praying Scripture, making room for stillness, and recognizing the difference between conviction and condemning shame. The conversation also touches on daily habits, unresolved situations, serving others, counseling, and questions about medication. With encouragement to seek help and invite trusted people into the struggle, this episode offers ways to keep following Jesus when your mind feels restless. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at <a href="http://weareibc.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">weareibc.com.</a></p> What do you do when anxious thoughts keep coming back? In Episode 2 of Greater Than Sunday, Nathaniel Gray and Allen Bonnell continue the conversation about anxiety with practical questions from the church. They explore praying Scripture, making room for stillness, and recognizing the difference between conviction and condemning shame. The conversation also touches on daily habits, unresolved situations, serving others, counseling, and questions about medication. With encouragement to seek help and invite trusted people into the struggle, this episode offers ways to keep following Jesus when your mind feels restless. Learn more about Immanuel Baptist Church at weareibc.com.

]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1441 4 80dca3722644a3c374f99a4107bbfc89 no Episode 1: Putting on the Armor of God Pastor Allen Bonnell, James Schweizer <p>What does it actually mean to put on the armor of God? In the first episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen and James continue Sunday’s conversation about spiritual warfare and answer questions from the Immanuel church family.</p><p><br></p><p>They discuss recognizing the enemy’s schemes, understanding the difference between conviction and shame, responding to fear and anxiety, and how forgiveness affects our spiritual lives. They also explore practical ways to stand firm through Scripture, prayer, and community—and how taking a break from social media can make room for those habits.</p> <p>What does it actually mean to put on the armor of God? In the first episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen and James continue Sunday’s conversation about spiritual warfare and answer questions from the Immanuel church family.</p><p><br></p><p>They discuss recognizing the enemy’s schemes, understanding the difference between conviction and shame, responding to fear and anxiety, and how forgiveness affects our spiritual lives. They also explore practical ways to stand firm through Scripture, prayer, and community—and how taking a break from social media can make room for those habits.</p> What does it actually mean to put on the armor of God? In the first episode of Greater Than Sunday, Pastor Allen and James continue Sunday’s conversation about spiritual warfare and answer questions from the Immanuel church family.


They discuss recognizing the enemy’s schemes, understanding the difference between conviction and shame, responding to fear and anxiety, and how forgiveness affects our spiritual lives. They also explore practical ways to stand firm through Scripture, prayer, and community—and how taking a break from social media can make room for those habits.

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