Committed to Growth https://nlrchurch.org/ New Life Church committedtogrowth24@gmail.com New Life Church We are striving to glorify God through this podcast. We will be diving into scripture, talking about life, and striving to grow together. We enjoy talking about God and having fun doing it. We will be having occasional guests and talking about a variety of subjects. Come and join us! We are striving to glorify God through this podcast. We will be diving into scripture, talking about life, and striving to grow together. We enjoy talking about God and having fun doing it. We will be having occasional guests and talking about a variety of subjects. Come and join us! en © 2026 New Life Church, Sioux Center, Iowa no Episode --- Church history part 1 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris talk about church history. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris talk about church history. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris talk about church history.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 4753 1 b4b0d38c1b8a06de92d12befa62a4045 no Episode 000 Church history pat 2 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris finish their conversation about Church History</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris finish their conversation about Church History</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris finish their conversation about Church History

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2255 2 02d56fe700d53e547c9d0305eb6305fe no Episode 99 Jacob's last podcast with us Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth it is Jacob's last podcast with us. We talk about struggles and joys that Jacob has had in his life. How God has blessed him and guided him. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth it is Jacob's last podcast with us. We talk about struggles and joys that Jacob has had in his life. How God has blessed him and guided him. </p> Today on Committed to Growth it is Jacob's last podcast with us. We talk about struggles and joys that Jacob has had in his life. How God has blessed him and guided him.

]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3062 3 11ad8ff1684dd7949b9777e795ee54c2 no Episode 98 conversation with ash about religions Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ash and Josh dive into some of the different religions of the world and how Ash has talked to people from other religions while on the field. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ash and Josh dive into some of the different religions of the world and how Ash has talked to people from other religions while on the field. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Ash and Josh dive into some of the different religions of the world and how Ash has talked to people from other religions while on the field.

]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2303 4 c658c76a0dd521bf34e8555d406f0c1a no Episode 97 worship in our lives Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Dale, and Josh dive into the idea of our lives as worship. We look how we can practically live out our lives in worship to our Lord. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Dale, and Josh dive into the idea of our lives as worship. We look how we can practically live out our lives in worship to our Lord. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Dale, and Josh dive into the idea of our lives as worship. We look how we can practically live out our lives in worship to our Lord.

]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3087 5 2200c1e8dc83664f0ee40196e20c2a69 no Episode 96 Threadbearers Committed to growth <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Barb talk about how God works through our gifts and being faithful. Barb talks about the work the ministry Threadbearers does. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Barb talk about how God works through our gifts and being faithful. Barb talks about the work the ministry Threadbearers does. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Barb talk about how God works through our gifts and being faithful. Barb talks about the work the ministry Threadbearers does.

]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3685 6 a7ce94baecae58ceb154aede49e06374 no Episode 95 loving people when they have hurt you Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how scripture tells us to deal with people we don't get along with.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how scripture tells us to deal with people we don't get along with.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how scripture tells us to deal with people we don't get along with.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3078 7 ac1381ec714755e5a011c3c02d1a2f23 no Episode 94 Learning about Calvinism Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Paul dive into Calvinism.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Paul dive into Calvinism.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Paul dive into Calvinism.

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2472 8 169231b7f459a7becba07b257a7f61db no Episode 93 Talking about Easter Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about Easter. We dive into its importance, some of the history, and the women at the Tomb.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about Easter. We dive into its importance, some of the history, and the women at the Tomb.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we talk about Easter. We dive into its importance, some of the history, and the women at the Tomb.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2848 9 2f1181b4002fd190cdbc61aa91464360 no Episode 92 talking through prayer Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into prayer. We talk about the importance of prayer, why we pray, and why it can become hard to pray.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into prayer. We talk about the importance of prayer, why we pray, and why it can become hard to pray.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into prayer. We talk about the importance of prayer, why we pray, and why it can become hard to pray.

]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3017 10 60e3ec4ad452357ba775f650780e4e58 no Episode 91 Who gets the Glory Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into the idea of who gets the glory based off of Acts 14:8-18.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into the idea of who gets the glory based off of Acts 14:8-18.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into the idea of who gets the glory based off of Acts 14:8-18.

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2462 11 4a2d24185c2b546c5afc6daa2ab8bc40 no Covenant theology Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Chris and Jacob dive into covenant theology.</p> <p>Chris and Jacob dive into covenant theology.</p> Chris and Jacob dive into covenant theology.

]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3899 12 615b487b9537a55dff1af5f0affbbc8e no Episode 90 Learning about faith with Chris Van Beek Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Chris Van Beek from Faith Reformed in Rock Valley. Chris shares his story and the work of Royal Family Kids Camp with foster kids. If you are looking to get involved with Royal Family Kids Camp please check the link <a href="https://m.facebook.com/rfkcnwia/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://m.</a><a href="http://facebook.com/rfkcnwia" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/rfkcnwia/</a></p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Chris Van Beek from Faith Reformed in Rock Valley. Chris shares his story and the work of Royal Family Kids Camp with foster kids. If you are looking to get involved with Royal Family Kids Camp please check the link <a href="https://m.facebook.com/rfkcnwia/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://m.</a><a href="http://facebook.com/rfkcnwia" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/rfkcnwia/</a></p> Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Chris Van Beek from Faith Reformed in Rock Valley. Chris shares his story and the work of Royal Family Kids Camp with foster kids. If you are looking to get involved with Royal Family Kids Camp please check the link https://m.facebook.com/rfkcnwia/

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2534 13 f73609ce261c312202e76086a7d2379c no Who is st Augustine and why should you care Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into the theologian St. Augustine. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into the theologian St. Augustine. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into the theologian St. Augustine.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3762 14 175460c2ba16fe37de08c05de32dec8d no Episode 89 Seven disruptions in the church Committed to Grace Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Ryan <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ryan, Bobby, Jacob, and Chris talk about an article that came out on disruptions in the church today. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ryan, Bobby, Jacob, and Chris talk about an article that came out on disruptions in the church today. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Ryan, Bobby, Jacob, and Chris talk about an article that came out on disruptions in the church today.

]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2846 15 18c329f0deb5020561143eb555048959 no Episode 88 Christ in culture with Ash Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh are joined by friend of the show Ash. We dive into Christ in culture in our lives here and abroad.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh are joined by friend of the show Ash. We dive into Christ in culture in our lives here and abroad.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh are joined by friend of the show Ash. We dive into Christ in culture in our lives here and abroad.

]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3298 16 67aba9b516f846521076789575606109 no Episode 87 Talking with Carl about Missions Committed to Growth Chris, Josh <p>Today on Committed to Growth we have Carl from Radius join us on the Podcast. Chris and Josh talk through Radius and the importance of missions in the world. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we have Carl from Radius join us on the Podcast. Chris and Josh talk through Radius and the importance of missions in the world. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we have Carl from Radius join us on the Podcast. Chris and Josh talk through Radius and the importance of missions in the world.

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3450 17 ae7b947694e09f175fd50932f9040cbb no Episode 86 Going through Ephesians 4 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Ephesians 4 as we discuss being a mature christian.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Ephesians 4 as we discuss being a mature christian.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Ephesians 4 as we discuss being a mature christian.

]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 4269 18 04e9cbd723b29e7c91c5223788eac8bf no Episode 85 going through ephesians 2 Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Ephesians 2 and how it mirrors the life of a Christian. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Ephesians 2 and how it mirrors the life of a Christian. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Ephesians 2 and how it mirrors the life of a Christian.

]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3637 19 3f35b12ba96107160251bc8dd82b89e2 no Episode 84 conversation with Nick a bout JFA, service trips, and his Testimony Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Nick from JFA joins Josh and they talk about Nick's Testimony, what JFA is about, and service and learning trips.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Nick from JFA joins Josh and they talk about Nick's Testimony, what JFA is about, and service and learning trips.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Nick from JFA joins Josh and they talk about Nick's Testimony, what JFA is about, and service and learning trips.

]]> Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3656 20 395706a569697475d854063578063866 no Episode 83 christmas traditions Committed to Growth Chris, Dan Kruse, Jessica Neuberger <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jessica, and Dan talk about Christmas traditions. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jessica, and Dan talk about Christmas traditions. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jessica, and Dan talk about Christmas traditions.

]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2573 21 1ee6e3227d562480318ef0889585344b no Episode 82 Talking apologetics with Jay Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jay, and Josh dive into what apologetics is and what it is important. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jay, and Josh dive into what apologetics is and what it is important. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jay, and Josh dive into what apologetics is and what it is important.

]]> Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3057 22 d4a541cd0cba2a45c3fbb7967e6f5274 no Episode 81 Obedience found in the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh go over the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch. We discuss Phillip's obedience to God in sharing the gospel truth and our part in sharing God's word.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh go over the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch. We discuss Phillip's obedience to God in sharing the gospel truth and our part in sharing God's word.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh go over the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch. We discuss Phillip's obedience to God in sharing the gospel truth and our part in sharing God's word.

]]> Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2417 23 0b01e2ef29f0fce63f115a07561010e8 no Episode 80 Thanksgiving Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about being thankful. We dive into the topic of Thanksgiving and how it can be hard to be thankful when we are dealing with difficult situations. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about being thankful. We dive into the topic of Thanksgiving and how it can be hard to be thankful when we are dealing with difficult situations. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we talk about being thankful. We dive into the topic of Thanksgiving and how it can be hard to be thankful when we are dealing with difficult situations.

]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1804 24 1adba605b679a2cab3bd0fa983622039 no Episode 79 Conversation about caring Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Dan Kruse, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Pastor Dan, and Jacob dive into what it means to Care as a Christian and as a pastor. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Pastor Dan, and Jacob dive into what it means to Care as a Christian and as a pastor. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Pastor Dan, and Jacob dive into what it means to Care as a Christian and as a pastor.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3158 25 52ada174d245af9657d130ab5a009c47 no Episode 78 Conversations about church planting in Asia Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on committed to Growth was are blessed by having a special guest with us. David was a church planter in Asia and hearing his stories will truly lighten your heart and help you see God's heart for those who don't know him.</p> <p>Today on committed to Growth was are blessed by having a special guest with us. David was a church planter in Asia and hearing his stories will truly lighten your heart and help you see God's heart for those who don't know him.</p> Today on committed to Growth was are blessed by having a special guest with us. David was a church planter in Asia and hearing his stories will truly lighten your heart and help you see God's heart for those who don't know him.

]]> Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4262 26 ca7dc0eef4d8daf754f42b4dd5cf9135 no Episode 77 Persecuted church part 2 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh look at international day of prayer for the persecuted church.</p><p><br></p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh look at international day of prayer for the persecuted church.</p><p><br></p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh look at international day of prayer for the persecuted church.


]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3094 27 837a21c9d24880f60c0a572355193411 no Special episode answering 8th graders questions Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh answer some questions 8th graders bring to us.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh answer some questions 8th graders bring to us.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh answer some questions 8th graders bring to us.

]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3058 28 51a24d0131adf734d3d1a3867637bb7c no Episode 76 talking about prayer Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh <p>Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk about prayer. We look into why we pray and who we be people of prayer.</p> <p>Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk about prayer. We look into why we pray and who we be people of prayer.</p> Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk about prayer. We look into why we pray and who we be people of prayer.

]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2646 29 ef8220c39bd5316f311f565b6366ad92 no Episode 75 Grace through Faith Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk through Ephesians 2:1-10. We discuss how we are all sinful and fall short of the glory of God yet God gives us grace. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk through Ephesians 2:1-10. We discuss how we are all sinful and fall short of the glory of God yet God gives us grace. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh talk through Ephesians 2:1-10. We discuss how we are all sinful and fall short of the glory of God yet God gives us grace.

]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3219 30 67cb96ff141098f1d9d49ffe0491ef0a no Episode 74 Talking missions training with Barry Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob and Josh talk with Barry about mission training. We have a great conversation about what it looks like to go through mission training.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob and Josh talk with Barry about mission training. We have a great conversation about what it looks like to go through mission training.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob and Josh talk with Barry about mission training. We have a great conversation about what it looks like to go through mission training.

]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3220 31 56ec6df1340959317400aa9e098af46d no Episode 73 Conversation with Pastor Thomas Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer, Thomas <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Thomas from Faith Rock Valley joins Chris and Josh. We dive into missions and discipleship and doing ministry in different cultures.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Thomas from Faith Rock Valley joins Chris and Josh. We dive into missions and discipleship and doing ministry in different cultures.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Thomas from Faith Rock Valley joins Chris and Josh. We dive into missions and discipleship and doing ministry in different cultures.

]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3945 32 06d95d28ffa62a0ec7352988497b68c3 no Episode 72 The Persecuted church Part 1 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Christ and Josh dive into persecution and the church. We talk about the book the Heavenly Brother and the importance of praying for those who are persecuted.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Christ and Josh dive into persecution and the church. We talk about the book the Heavenly Brother and the importance of praying for those who are persecuted.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Christ and Josh dive into persecution and the church. We talk about the book the Heavenly Brother and the importance of praying for those who are persecuted.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2759 33 8b9ddab233379eeddb47b7d795f7040c no Episode 71 what are we worshiping Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into what we worship. We talk about how things in our lives can take the place of God and how we can regain on focus on what is right.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into what we worship. We talk about how things in our lives can take the place of God and how we can regain on focus on what is right.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into what we worship. We talk about how things in our lives can take the place of God and how we can regain on focus on what is right.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3208 34 428c9ae03724395a817e78e83282352c no Christianity and Lord of the Rings Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into that Lord of the Rings books. Bobby, Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how aspects of Christianity are intertwined through out the whole book.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into that Lord of the Rings books. Bobby, Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how aspects of Christianity are intertwined through out the whole book.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into that Lord of the Rings books. Bobby, Chris, Jacob, and Josh talk about how aspects of Christianity are intertwined through out the whole book.

]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2857 35 3df66b10fcc67dd5647545032c28bfb5 no Episode 70 It is by Grace Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Grace. We talk about giving Grace when it is hard and being more like Christ.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Grace. We talk about giving Grace when it is hard and being more like Christ.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Grace. We talk about giving Grace when it is hard and being more like Christ.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3692 36 7ee6948f2f77c3087101a22f442ee62e no Conversation with Dale about Christian Business Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Chris talk with Dale about being a Christian in the business world. We talk about how we can have a bad view on the business world and how we are called to be Christians everywhere we are at.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Chris talk with Dale about being a Christian in the business world. We talk about how we can have a bad view on the business world and how we are called to be Christians everywhere we are at.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Josh and Chris talk with Dale about being a Christian in the business world. We talk about how we can have a bad view on the business world and how we are called to be Christians everywhere we are at.

]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3599 37 c38d0b10edb6c176f833b662c04b9375 no Episdoe 69 Noahs covenant and Tower of Babel Committed to growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Genesis 9, 10, and 11. We discuss the covenant God makes with Noah as well as the Tower of Babel.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Genesis 9, 10, and 11. We discuss the covenant God makes with Noah as well as the Tower of Babel.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Genesis 9, 10, and 11. We discuss the covenant God makes with Noah as well as the Tower of Babel.

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2815 38 47b4ee40c2a775a3950c36d2b7eb9472 no Conversation about the New Life Residency Program! Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the residency program at New Life. We dive into what is involved in the residency program and how it started. Chris and Jacob talk about their experiences in the program. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the residency program at New Life. We dive into what is involved in the residency program and how it started. Chris and Jacob talk about their experiences in the program. </p> Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the residency program at New Life. We dive into what is involved in the residency program and how it started. Chris and Jacob talk about their experiences in the program. 

]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2153 39 83279b2e366123b9ff7007205fa7e9ad no Talking missions Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh is joined by a man who's passion for missions is evident in his life and his words. Come and hear what Josh and "B" have to say about missions in the world today and the importance for all believers to be apart of spreading the gospel.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Josh is joined by a man who's passion for missions is evident in his life and his words. Come and hear what Josh and "B" have to say about missions in the world today and the importance for all believers to be apart of spreading the gospel.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Josh is joined by a man who's passion for missions is evident in his life and his words. Come and hear what Josh and "B" have to say about missions in the world today and the importance for all believers to be apart of spreading the gospel.

]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3798 40 0424cf9b5cd0b28f4d4d3c919cafd3c2 no Episode 68 Genesis 8 9 The Flood Subsides Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on committed to growth Chris and Josh dive into the Flood subsiding. We talk about God's love for us even through the hard times. </p> <p>Today on committed to growth Chris and Josh dive into the Flood subsiding. We talk about God's love for us even through the hard times. </p> Today on committed to growth Chris and Josh dive into the Flood subsiding. We talk about God's love for us even through the hard times.

]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3073 41 84c209e57154b70f66ff0d8a3277f058 no Talking with Cory about the building project special episode Committed to Growth Cory Gotto, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Cory Gotto joins Josh and we discuss the building project for New Life Church. There is a lot of good information about the upcoming project as well as some of the history going into the project.</p><p><br></p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Cory Gotto joins Josh and we discuss the building project for New Life Church. There is a lot of good information about the upcoming project as well as some of the history going into the project.</p><p><br></p> Today on Committed to Growth Cory Gotto joins Josh and we discuss the building project for New Life Church. There is a lot of good information about the upcoming project as well as some of the history going into the project.


]]> Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2664 42 cb568ba94663805a2933a626ad2fd400 no Episode 67 Genesis 7 The Flood Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the Flood. Jacob and Josh dive into God's power and Justice and also his Mercy and Love. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the Flood. Jacob and Josh dive into God's power and Justice and also his Mercy and Love. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the Flood. Jacob and Josh dive into God's power and Justice and also his Mercy and Love.

]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3127 43 3678d9418e29479429ac16e47d14cb59 no Episode 66 Genesis 6 Man falling away from God Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Bobby, Chris, and Josh dive into pre flood wickedness. We talk about how God is perfect and our sin separates us from him. We talk about how Christ is the only one that completely save us from our sin and separation from God.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Bobby, Chris, and Josh dive into pre flood wickedness. We talk about how God is perfect and our sin separates us from him. We talk about how Christ is the only one that completely save us from our sin and separation from God.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Bobby, Chris, and Josh dive into pre flood wickedness. We talk about how God is perfect and our sin separates us from him. We talk about how Christ is the only one that completely save us from our sin and separation from God.

]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3471 44 6dadea9a9d43dd661ff98542b64c5093 no Episode 65 Genesis 4 and 5 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into Genesis 4 and 5. We talk about the first murder and how we can all be a little like Cain. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into Genesis 4 and 5. We talk about the first murder and how we can all be a little like Cain. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris and Josh dive into Genesis 4 and 5. We talk about the first murder and how we can all be a little like Cain.

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2698 45 13a1452695bec5b4786a6af4cc51dfef no Episode 64 Genesis 3 Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Genesis 3 and the Fall. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Genesis 3 and the Fall. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into Genesis 3 and the Fall.

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3224 46 3e07bb30ef06292e7c0e4801ec718da5 no Episode 63 Genesis 1 and 2 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Genesis 1 and 2. Chris and Josh talk about the importance of the story of creation and how God works in amazing ways.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Genesis 1 and 2. Chris and Josh talk about the importance of the story of creation and how God works in amazing ways.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Genesis 1 and 2. Chris and Josh talk about the importance of the story of creation and how God works in amazing ways.

]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3046 47 713ef2c74a51cb92e4c8602269a1b1a8 no Episode 62 being the salt and light in life Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into being the salt and light in our daily lives. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into being the salt and light in our daily lives. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into being the salt and light in our daily lives.

]]> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2771 48 7368620c78c9c503e9c8a02fb9a07b47 no Episode 61 Wise words from Proverbs 17 Committed to Growth Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the wisdom of Proverbs 17. We talk through some of the wisdom literature that we find here and how it applies to our daily lives.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the wisdom of Proverbs 17. We talk through some of the wisdom literature that we find here and how it applies to our daily lives.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the wisdom of Proverbs 17. We talk through some of the wisdom literature that we find here and how it applies to our daily lives.

]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3334 49 ebf5da7209df4e2326e2769006b8273e no Episode 60 1 John 4 7-21 God is Love Committed Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into 1 John 4 and how God is Love.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into 1 John 4 and how God is Love.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into 1 John 4 and how God is Love.



]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3747 50 4a7a08503c2d8e230c5efcfb0ea6ec4c no Episode 59 Psalms 46 Prayer Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer, Sam Mosher <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Psalm 46 and prayer. Sam, Chris, and Josh talk about how important prayer is to our lives and how we should live it out today.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Psalm 46 and prayer. Sam, Chris, and Josh talk about how important prayer is to our lives and how we should live it out today.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Psalm 46 and prayer. Sam, Chris, and Josh talk about how important prayer is to our lives and how we should live it out today.

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3554 51 bbe66900ec66f29b77030b94c250594f no Episode 58 Galatians 1 verses 1-10 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Galatians 1:1-10. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the importance of reading scripture and knowing the gospel truth.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Galatians 1:1-10. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the importance of reading scripture and knowing the gospel truth.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into Galatians 1:1-10. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about the importance of reading scripture and knowing the gospel truth.

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3787 52 e959622686065e01fea330f0357cbb91 no Episode 57 Going through 2 Corinthians 12 Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Thomas, Jacob and Pastor Bobby dive into 2 Corinthians 12</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Thomas, Jacob and Pastor Bobby dive into 2 Corinthians 12</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Thomas, Jacob and Pastor Bobby dive into 2 Corinthians 12

]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3302 53 69342189b4f21e69880891766ba36eb1 no Episode 56 looking at John 3 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh look at John 3. We dive into being born again. We talk about the relationship with the Pharisees and Jesus. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh look at John 3. We dive into being born again. We talk about the relationship with the Pharisees and Jesus. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh look at John 3. We dive into being born again. We talk about the relationship with the Pharisees and Jesus.

]]> Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3176 54 28458e08228b8cd62dc12d0bc11b9784 no Episode 55 looking into cults Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the difference between Christianity and a Cult. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about how we need to focus on God not just a leader.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the difference between Christianity and a Cult. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about how we need to focus on God not just a leader.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the difference between Christianity and a Cult. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about how we need to focus on God not just a leader.

]]> Tue, 13 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3500 55 5067d8c1621ec2496707da9015445a98 no Episode 54 Diving into Jacobs sermon on 1 John 1 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on committed to Growth we dive into Jacob's Sermon on 1 John 1:1-2:2. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about preaching and being true to scripture.</p> <p>Today on committed to Growth we dive into Jacob's Sermon on 1 John 1:1-2:2. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about preaching and being true to scripture.</p> Today on committed to Growth we dive into Jacob's Sermon on 1 John 1:1-2:2. Jacob, Chris, and Josh talk about preaching and being true to scripture.

]]> Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4024 56 00295451278c4bb01b62f33d7f084f4c no Episode 53 diving into Mark 10 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what it is like to preach and Chris's first sermon.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what it is like to preach and Chris's first sermon.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what it is like to preach and Chris's first sermon.

]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2242 57 43f9b10df18e68e2d519e5d20fc4c4ee no Episode 52 Being Joyful Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer, Sam Mosher <p>Today on Committed to Growth Sam, Chris, and Josh dive into being joyful. We talk about Holy Week and suffering and finding joy in the midst of pain.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Sam, Chris, and Josh dive into being joyful. We talk about Holy Week and suffering and finding joy in the midst of pain.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Sam, Chris, and Josh dive into being joyful. We talk about Holy Week and suffering and finding joy in the midst of pain.

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3452 58 32aec07b53de391ca892b44909fbbeb6 no Episode 51 Holy Week Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Holy Week. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Holy Week. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Holy Week.

]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3239 59 748037871548c0fd80922b2f0e59cd1b no Episode 50 Why I believe Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the topic of why we believe in God. We would also love to hear your thoughts on why you believe in God or why you don't. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the topic of why we believe in God. We would also love to hear your thoughts on why you believe in God or why you don't. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the topic of why we believe in God. We would also love to hear your thoughts on why you believe in God or why you don't.

]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3386 60 2528660881a129b49f3e703b3689d310 no Episode 49 worldviews Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into worldviews. We talk about different types of worldviews and start to talk about what truth is.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into worldviews. We talk about different types of worldviews and start to talk about what truth is.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into worldviews. We talk about different types of worldviews and start to talk about what truth is.

]]> Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4152 61 5dddd6fda5acae995b1d53897fbc85fe no Episode 48 Sharing the Gospel Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into what is the Gospel and how do we share it.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into what is the Gospel and how do we share it.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into what is the Gospel and how do we share it.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4223 62 cc1344bf7d82408808f6109e146c42ce no Episode 47 Equipping believers Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Luke 9:1-6 where the disciples are called to go out. We discuss how we must trust in God.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Luke 9:1-6 where the disciples are called to go out. We discuss how we must trust in God.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Luke 9:1-6 where the disciples are called to go out. We discuss how we must trust in God.

]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3279 63 73c78d26f794032f2f7c05fc3fde83ed no Episode 46 God is present Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into God being there for Israel during the hard times and also being with us today.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into God being there for Israel during the hard times and also being with us today.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into God being there for Israel during the hard times and also being with us today.

]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3172 64 e7394701e1f2c8a142c0ec7fd7033299 no Episode 45 Conversation about the Holy Spirit Apostles Creed part 3 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into the last part of the Apostle's Creed and focus mostly on the Holy Spirit.</p> <p>Today Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into the last part of the Apostle's Creed and focus mostly on the Holy Spirit.</p> Today Chris, Jacob, and Josh dive into the last part of the Apostle's Creed and focus mostly on the Holy Spirit.

]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3620 65 787afe62f057cd3e109a3efcf438c963 no Episode 44 Apostles Creed part 2 Committed to Growth Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today Chris and Josh dive into the second part of the Apostle's Creed. We talk about Jesus the importance of Him being fully man and fully God and other aspects of this section of the Apostle's Creed</p> <p>Today Chris and Josh dive into the second part of the Apostle's Creed. We talk about Jesus the importance of Him being fully man and fully God and other aspects of this section of the Apostle's Creed</p> Today Chris and Josh dive into the second part of the Apostle's Creed. We talk about Jesus the importance of Him being fully man and fully God and other aspects of this section of the Apostle's Creed

]]> Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4263 66 dfc7f267f8a6e9ad412988ca847c9d0c no Episode 43 Conversation with Pastor James Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are blessed to have Pastor James from Hope Church in Spencer with Josh to dive into the questions: Why Christianity? What gets in the way of our relationship with Christ?</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are blessed to have Pastor James from Hope Church in Spencer with Josh to dive into the questions: Why Christianity? What gets in the way of our relationship with Christ?</p> Today on Committed to Growth we are blessed to have Pastor James from Hope Church in Spencer with Josh to dive into the questions: Why Christianity? What gets in the way of our relationship with Christ?

]]> Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2766 67 558ab5ce0b892ae2c4b51c2f7117a6aa no Episode 42 Apostle's Creed part 1 Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the Apostle's creed.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the Apostle's creed.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into what is the Apostle's creed.

]]> Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4164 68 5fcfde8fd9cbfbe3605ced77d8962198 no Episode 41 Redemption Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Redemption and what Redemption theology is about.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Redemption and what Redemption theology is about.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob, Chris, and Josh dive into Redemption and what Redemption theology is about.

]]> Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4151 69 e8aaf31fb25604da83fd1a966e3cdf04 no Episode 40 understanding WorldView Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into worldview.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into worldview.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Chris dive into worldview.

]]> Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2905 70 f4d058e68a6bbbdc3fd5d77326bd6428 no Episode 39 Healthy Church Members Committed to Growth Chris, Jacob, Josh Vermeer <p>Josh, Jacob, and Chris discuss healthy church members.</p> <p>Josh, Jacob, and Chris discuss healthy church members.</p> Josh, Jacob, and Chris discuss healthy church members.

]]> Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4058 71 cab534a6e48f84d8a19cc0b6e8359ffd no Episode 38 The Church Part 3 Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.</p> Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.

]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4268 72 152617547b9011711f1134fc10f9e9a0 no Episode 37 The Church Part 2 committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.</p> Today on Committed to Growth, Pastor Bobby, Pastor Josh, Chris & Jacob continue to dive into what is a church.

]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4131 73 59d8f799e7d1f6fea372e716809d03db no Episode 36 The church Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Chris, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Chris, Jacob and Josh dive into what is a church. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Chris, Jacob and Josh dive into what is a church. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby, Chris, Jacob and Josh dive into what is a church.

]]> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2762 74 1da4c8b9b7246b2dda6a416b1e271318 no Episode 35 The Christmas Episode Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today Jacob and Josh dive into the Christmas story and talk about some interesting aspects of it.</p> <p>Today Jacob and Josh dive into the Christmas story and talk about some interesting aspects of it.</p> Today Jacob and Josh dive into the Christmas story and talk about some interesting aspects of it.

]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3649 75 92953e7d97e5cd5c8709f9b02d75d82d no Episode 34 Guilt Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into guilt and how we are guilty before a perfect God.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into guilt and how we are guilty before a perfect God.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into guilt and how we are guilty before a perfect God.

]]> Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 4111 76 421af3df6f3922fb5f100d95d5ec01b5 no Episode 33 Are people Good? Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the question, </p><p>"are people good?".</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the question, </p><p>"are people good?".</p> Today on Committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into the question,

"are people good?".

]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3848 77 94282266c73e3fdee58de4834c3486fa no Episode 32 Differences Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into differences. We talk about how Paul calls us in the church to be unified and how we can go beyond our differences.</p> <p>Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into differences. We talk about how Paul calls us in the church to be unified and how we can go beyond our differences.</p> Today on committed to Growth Jacob and Josh dive into differences. We talk about how Paul calls us in the church to be unified and how we can go beyond our differences.

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3994 78 fe7f4466b93f8a5ea1d58d15bbbe8244 no Episode 31 Traditions Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth to dive into our thanksgiving traditions and traditions we have in the church. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth to dive into our thanksgiving traditions and traditions we have in the church. </p> Today on Committed to Growth to dive into our thanksgiving traditions and traditions we have in the church.

]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 4245 79 c4513e66b5c4bc5944a9a74b648fd4e9 no Episode 30 Thanksgiving Committed to Growth Jessica Neuberger, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jessica, Chris, and Josh dive into what it means to be thankful. Our scripture for today is Colossians 3:12-17. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Jessica, Chris, and Josh dive into what it means to be thankful. Our scripture for today is Colossians 3:12-17. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Jessica, Chris, and Josh dive into what it means to be thankful. Our scripture for today is Colossians 3:12-17.

]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3163 80 542bd4e6e4363f485b8a7e713df14b02 no Episode 29 Hypocrisy and Pharisees Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about the Pharisees in Matthew 23 and how Christ called them out for their hypocrisy. Jacob and Josh dive into how we as Christians can be hypocrites and how we need to be examples to the world.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about the Pharisees in Matthew 23 and how Christ called them out for their hypocrisy. Jacob and Josh dive into how we as Christians can be hypocrites and how we need to be examples to the world.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we talk about the Pharisees in Matthew 23 and how Christ called them out for their hypocrisy. Jacob and Josh dive into how we as Christians can be hypocrites and how we need to be examples to the world.

]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3824 81 6fe3e21366f9c4fc0a3812d5db4b68a9 no Episode 28 Blessings Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into blessings. Jacob and Josh talk about blessings and how God is a God of blessings.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into blessings. Jacob and Josh talk about blessings and how God is a God of blessings.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into blessings. Jacob and Josh talk about blessings and how God is a God of blessings.

]]> Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3480 82 3ea924d1207f0c3bfaf448234f20ade5 no Episode 27 Discipleship Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into discipleship. Pastor Bobby and Josh talk about discipleship and our calling by Jesus to go and make disciples.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into discipleship. Pastor Bobby and Josh talk about discipleship and our calling by Jesus to go and make disciples.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into discipleship. Pastor Bobby and Josh talk about discipleship and our calling by Jesus to go and make disciples.

]]> Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3187 83 1354ced9388049dc6cd0ced45e9eb1b3 no Episode 26 being there in the suffering Committed to Growth Ashley Egdorf, Josh Vermeer, Kyra Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ashley, Kyra, and Josh dive into suffering and how we need to lean into Christ.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ashley, Kyra, and Josh dive into suffering and how we need to lean into Christ.</p> Today on Committed to Growth Ashley, Kyra, and Josh dive into suffering and how we need to lean into Christ.

]]> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3310 84 c2492d24ea407e5915dacd558067ad00 no Episode 25 Mercy to hard people Committed to Growth Bobby Van Otterloo, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into being Merciful in hard situations. Pastor Bobby, Jacob and Josh dive into mercy and give practical advice as well as dive into both the New and Old Testament and what they say about God's mercy.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into being Merciful in hard situations. Pastor Bobby, Jacob and Josh dive into mercy and give practical advice as well as dive into both the New and Old Testament and what they say about God's mercy.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into being Merciful in hard situations. Pastor Bobby, Jacob and Josh dive into mercy and give practical advice as well as dive into both the New and Old Testament and what they say about God's mercy.

]]> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3240 85 f859a4e4f798b9d124e4d11e51fc951e no Episode 24 Parable of the sower Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the parable of the Sower. We talk about spreading the Word and committing to Christ.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the parable of the Sower. We talk about spreading the Word and committing to Christ.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the parable of the Sower. We talk about spreading the Word and committing to Christ.

]]> Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3044 86 cf2d0ef254233e79ce323b91483d4631 no Episode 23 God is Faithful Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about God is Faithful. We dive into the subject of God being faithful throughout history and how He still is today. We also talk about how we need to be Faithful in return of God's Faithfulness.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about God is Faithful. We dive into the subject of God being faithful throughout history and how He still is today. We also talk about how we need to be Faithful in return of God's Faithfulness.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we talk about God is Faithful. We dive into the subject of God being faithful throughout history and how He still is today. We also talk about how we need to be Faithful in return of God's Faithfulness.

]]> Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3456 87 bbec6e74eb81988535df102aec3e8cb0 no Episode 22 God is Love Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into 1 John 4. We talk about God being Love and what that means for our lives. Sam and Ashleigh join the show today and share with us what Loving our neighbor looks like.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into 1 John 4. We talk about God being Love and what that means for our lives. Sam and Ashleigh join the show today and share with us what Loving our neighbor looks like.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into 1 John 4. We talk about God being Love and what that means for our lives. Sam and Ashleigh join the show today and share with us what Loving our neighbor looks like.

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3260 88 6c784b5770ea3fb82cb6c8cd9703691e no Episode 21 Faith Hope Love Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we look at Love and what 1 Corinthians 13 says about love. We look at why love is important and how our world today tries to turn us in the other direction. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we look at Love and what 1 Corinthians 13 says about love. We look at why love is important and how our world today tries to turn us in the other direction. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we look at Love and what 1 Corinthians 13 says about love. We look at why love is important and how our world today tries to turn us in the other direction.

]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3706 89 d6156b399b8d0c42abe1f30c2678eb5c no Epidode 20 Icons and Idols Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ryan is with Josh on the podcast. We talk about the difference between Idols and Icons. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Ryan is with Josh on the podcast. We talk about the difference between Idols and Icons. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Ryan is with Josh on the podcast. We talk about the difference between Idols and Icons.

]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3292 90 cb05dc043d3aa9a08b9521ddeb18e911 no Episode 19 intro to apologetics Committed to Growth Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into apologetics. We talk about why apologetics(defense of God) is biblical and why it doesn't have to be intimidating. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into apologetics. We talk about why apologetics(defense of God) is biblical and why it doesn't have to be intimidating. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into apologetics. We talk about why apologetics(defense of God) is biblical and why it doesn't have to be intimidating.

]]> Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3312 91 bb1a6cb1c693ea67b7e8ade152e30349 no Episode 18 Talking about Faith Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the subject of faith. What is faith and why is it important are things we have to ask ourselves as Christians and we address it today.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the subject of faith. What is faith and why is it important are things we have to ask ourselves as Christians and we address it today.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the subject of faith. What is faith and why is it important are things we have to ask ourselves as Christians and we address it today.

]]> Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3004 92 b25522f97dfaefa084c1b23dddabc8f1 no Episode 17 Meditation and Fasting Spiritual disciplines Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the spiritual disciplines of meditation and fasting.</p><p>We talk about what these spiritual disciplines are and how we can do them.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the spiritual disciplines of meditation and fasting.</p><p>We talk about what these spiritual disciplines are and how we can do them.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the spiritual disciplines of meditation and fasting.

We talk about what these spiritual disciplines are and how we can do them.

]]> Tue, 20 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3809 93 a0753b17d011d66c383db321cb2d785b no Episode 16 Types of prayer Spiritual Discipline of Prayer Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the types of prayer. We know this episode is longer than most but we hope you enjoy how amazing God works in prayer.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the types of prayer. We know this episode is longer than most but we hope you enjoy how amazing God works in prayer.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into the types of prayer. We know this episode is longer than most but we hope you enjoy how amazing God works in prayer.

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 5770 94 2448ade9ee8f6ec1c1042b6bd096108b no Episode 15 Spiritual discipline of Prayer Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive in to the spiritual discipline of prayer. We talk about struggles in prayer and striving to grow closer to God in our prayer life.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive in to the spiritual discipline of prayer. We talk about struggles in prayer and striving to grow closer to God in our prayer life.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive in to the spiritual discipline of prayer. We talk about struggles in prayer and striving to grow closer to God in our prayer life.

]]> Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3148 95 217bf071f84eea9c5f4f600da9405b19 no Episode 14 introduction to spiritual disciplines Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into spiritual disciplines. We look at why we should do these disciplines and what they are.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into spiritual disciplines. We look at why we should do these disciplines and what they are.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into spiritual disciplines. We look at why we should do these disciplines and what they are.

]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3009 96 d3907224fe55199ba3221c86a3e7bb92 no Episode 13 introduction to the book of James Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into James 1:1-4. We look at struggles in the world today and how to find joy in the midst of trials. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we dive into James 1:1-4. We look at struggles in the world today and how to find joy in the midst of trials. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we dive into James 1:1-4. We look at struggles in the world today and how to find joy in the midst of trials.

]]> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3046 97 844fbd73f057c4a65f4f69895c589170 no Episode 12 Being born again Josh Vermeer <p>Today we have a special episode in which we dive into being born again in Christ. Ash joins us as we look into this subject and see what scripture says.</p> <p>Today we have a special episode in which we dive into being born again in Christ. Ash joins us as we look into this subject and see what scripture says.</p> Today we have a special episode in which we dive into being born again in Christ. Ash joins us as we look into this subject and see what scripture says.

]]> Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3233 98 2c0c4f1a9c9a23bba2136d3b2d1c0b77 no Episode 11 Ashs Testimony Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we speak with Ash. He gives us his testimony and shares his heart for seeking the lost.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we speak with Ash. He gives us his testimony and shares his heart for seeking the lost.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we speak with Ash. He gives us his testimony and shares his heart for seeking the lost.

]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3334 99 c40f78f6b54cc481c8551abad259a508 no Episode 10 Together with Ash Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we have Jacob back with and Ash is in person to join us as we talk about Esther 4 and being together in Christ</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we have Jacob back with and Ash is in person to join us as we talk about Esther 4 and being together in Christ</p> Today on Committed to Growth we have Jacob back with and Ash is in person to join us as we talk about Esther 4 and being together in Christ

]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3020 100 ac5b0954089543f5499ebd1a3e96d31c no Episode 09 Christian Mourning and wisdom Bobby Van Otterloo, Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby joins in as Jacob is out. We dive into 1 Samuel 16:1-13 talking about mourning well and how to rest in God's wisdom. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby joins in as Jacob is out. We dive into 1 Samuel 16:1-13 talking about mourning well and how to rest in God's wisdom. </p> Today on Committed to Growth Pastor Bobby joins in as Jacob is out. We dive into 1 Samuel 16:1-13 talking about mourning well and how to rest in God's wisdom.

]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2868 101 fc03502e5e40057b1f3f96d93865560c no Episode 08 conversation with Sam Josh Vermeer, Sam Mosher <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Sam, who gives her testimony, and shares God's love for His people. We dive into God working in our hearts and transforming us into a new creation.</p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Sam, who gives her testimony, and shares God's love for His people. We dive into God working in our hearts and transforming us into a new creation.</p> Today on Committed to Growth we are joined by Sam, who gives her testimony, and shares God's love for His people. We dive into God working in our hearts and transforming us into a new creation.

]]> Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2679 102 9977c5f130c9b90d18abefebaef05f4c no Episode 07 Conversation about Prayer Josh Vermeer <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about prayer. We talk about how sometimes it is hard to pray and how important it is. </p> <p>Today on Committed to Growth we talk about prayer. We talk about how sometimes it is hard to pray and how important it is. </p> Today on Committed to Growth we talk about prayer. We talk about how sometimes it is hard to pray and how important it is.

]]> Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3060 103 e093dac53257042e7c81b37b1ecadd66 no Episode 06 Different in trouble and loss Josh Vermeer, Bobby Van Otterloo <p>In this weeks podcast we talk about the pain of loss and how we deal with struggles in life. Pastor Bobby is with us as we dive into these subjects. </p> <p>In this weeks podcast we talk about the pain of loss and how we deal with struggles in life. Pastor Bobby is with us as we dive into these subjects. </p> In this weeks podcast we talk about the pain of loss and how we deal with struggles in life. Pastor Bobby is with us as we dive into these subjects.

]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2884 104 0c8a6c76579662b0285c2d0ace78ebe8 no Episode 05 Being Different in our Fear Josh Vermeer <p>Today we talk about fears we have today and fears of people in the Bible. We talk through what it is like to trust in God through our fears. </p> <p>Today we talk about fears we have today and fears of people in the Bible. We talk through what it is like to trust in God through our fears. </p> Today we talk about fears we have today and fears of people in the Bible. We talk through what it is like to trust in God through our fears.

]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2961 105 d755765159dca1622ece6b65fe1944ac no Episode 04 Being Different with our Words Being Different with our Words Josh Vermeer <p>On Committed to Growth today we talk about glorifying God with our words. </p> <p>On Committed to Growth today we talk about glorifying God with our words. </p> On Committed to Growth today we talk about glorifying God with our words.

]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2962 106 a145de6f0e3b3c993b10b0db5f3cb98b no Episode 03 Mental Health and Missions Mental Health and Missions Josh Vermeer <p>We are again blessed with Ash joining us on our podcast. We discuss mental health and continue our talk on missions while going into John 3:16-21.</p> <p>We are again blessed with Ash joining us on our podcast. We discuss mental health and continue our talk on missions while going into John 3:16-21.</p> We are again blessed with Ash joining us on our podcast. We discuss mental health and continue our talk on missions while going into John 3:16-21.

]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3023 107 0bd95831fed5e819c618295b1184af70 no Episode 02 Missions with Ash Missions with Ash Josh Vermeer <p>We are blessed to have Ash on our show today as we discuss the great commission and missions in the world today.</p> <p>We are blessed to have Ash on our show today as we discuss the great commission and missions in the world today.</p> We are blessed to have Ash on our show today as we discuss the great commission and missions in the world today.

]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2750 108 228a21aef9bc2efd34e0e2869082e191 no Episode 01 Different in our communication Different in our communication Josh Vermeer <p>Josh and Jacob have a guest today. Pastor Bobby joins us as we dive into his sermon on Matthew 22:15-22. We are suppose to be different as Christians in our communications. </p> <p>Josh and Jacob have a guest today. Pastor Bobby joins us as we dive into his sermon on Matthew 22:15-22. We are suppose to be different as Christians in our communications. </p> Josh and Jacob have a guest today. Pastor Bobby joins us as we dive into his sermon on Matthew 22:15-22. We are suppose to be different as Christians in our communications.

]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2770 109 bf06a1b598bf3cb7f29a7c843f860770 no Episode 00 Being different in our gifts Being different in our gifts Josh Vermeer <p>Our first podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and talk about how we plan on doing things as we start off on this journey. We also get into talking about the gifts God has given us and how to use them to glorify Him.</p> <p>Our first podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and talk about how we plan on doing things as we start off on this journey. We also get into talking about the gifts God has given us and how to use them to glorify Him.</p> Our first podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and talk about how we plan on doing things as we start off on this journey. We also get into talking about the gifts God has given us and how to use them to glorify Him.

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