Who is the greatest in the Kingdom? by Grace Church

Special Grace Church Theatre Podcast | Wizard of Oz Pod 🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: In this episode our director, Amy Christie, sits down with Curtis Honeycutt, longtime Grace Theatre performer and current assistant director. Curtis shares his journey from the stage to leadership, reflecting on memorable shows, the reality of casting decisions, and what keeps him returning to Grace Theatre year after year (spoiler: it's the people). Hear about backstage camaraderie, the challenges of directing vs. performing, and why community matters more than the spotlight. Whether you're a cast member, crew, or just love theater, this conversation offers an honest look at what makes Grace Theatre work. Get your tickets to see Wizard of Oz here: https://gracechurch.us/theatre

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What really happened on the mountain of Transfiguration, and why did Peter want to stay there? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry dive into Matthew 17 and Peter's mountaintop moment with Jesus at the Transfiguration. We explore what it means when God transforms us, why Peter wanted to build tents and stay on the mountain, and how mountaintop experiences shape our faith journey. Plus, hear updates on Grace Church's Wicked production, the Grace Care Center Christmas Store, and Tyler's book club adventures (including some awkward celebrity encounters). ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Podcast Introduction 01:05 Cringe Moments & Family Business 01:40 Wizard of Oz Opening Night 02:27 Grace Church Christmas Store 05:04 Holiday Traditions & Decorating 05:52 Upcoming Podcast Schedule & Guest Preacher 06:49 Barry Family & Theater Involvement 09:23 Maron's Preaching & Academic Update 10:56 Tyler's New Book Club 13:58 Tyler's Solo Work Retreat 15:16 Funny Food Stories 15:43 Transition to Peter Mini-Series 16:12 Maron's Sermon: The Transfiguration 17:20 Preaching for Specific People 18:15 The Transfiguration: Matthew 17 21:16 Moses & Jesus: Mountain Parallels 23:06 Jesus as the New Exodus 24:07 Light, Darkness, and the Cross 26:32 Purpose of the Transfiguration 31:58 Peter's "Can I Touch the Hands?" Moment 43:45 Shelters, Tabernacles, and Jewish Tradition 48:39 God's Interruption: "Listen to Him" 52:18 Transformation Through Presence 54:10 Peter's Growth and Second Peter 58:12 Seeing from God's Perspective 56:00 John the Baptist as Elijah 59:17 The Cross: God's Delight and Silence 1:01:07 Peter's Journey: Best and Worst Moments 1:03:18 After the Mountain: Demon-Possessed Boy 1:07:04 Where Do We Go Next 1:07:44 Podcast Sign-Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How can we be the rock one moment and stumble the very next? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry explore Matthew 16 and Peter's wild journey from being called "the rock" to receiving Jesus' sharpest rebuke: "Get behind me, Satan!" We unpack what it means to follow Jesus through the messy path of discipleship, wrestle with self-sacrifice, and discover why Peter's story feels so relatable to our own faith struggles. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 What's New With the Gang 01:13 Wizard of Oz & Ticket Sales 13:04 Matthew Series & Peter's Role 13:31 Peter's Confession & "The Rock" 15:24 Big Idea: Simple Faith & Misunderstanding Jesus 16:34 Peter Walks on Water Recap 16:45 Gospel Parallels & Jesus Predicts His Death 18:02 Who Do People Say I Am? 21:01 Peter's Name & "Church" Meaning 24:33 Peter's Feelings After Jesus' Declaration 25:37 Faith as God's Revelation, Not Peter's Merit 27:57 Authority & Keys of the Kingdom 29:51 Gates of Hades: Offensive, Not Defensive 32:40 "Get Behind Me, Satan" & Peter's Rebuke 39:36 Jesus' Secrecy & Disciples' Understanding 40:36 Take Up Your Cross: Then and Now 46:33 Mystery, Faith, and Following Jesus 48:42 Avoiding Shortcuts: Embracing Self-Denial 51:19 First Peter & Maturity in Suffering 53:06 Personal Impact of the Passage 54:53 Simple Faith as Foundation 56:18 Where Do We Go Next: Transfiguration 1:00:21 Podcast Schedule & December Special 1:01:01 Closing & Sign-off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

Special Grace Church Theatre Podcast | Wizard of Oz Pod 🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What happens when theatre becomes the place where friendship, faith, and love collide? In this episode Amy Christie sits down Sophie and Jon Osgood, who play Dorothy and Scarecrow in Wizard of Oz. They reminisce about Grace Theatre memories, from awkward first auditions to falling in love. Now married and starring together, Sophie and John share how theater shaped their friendship, faith, and confidence, and why The Wizard of Oz is the perfect show for these times. Expect laughter, nostalgia, and plenty of behind-the-scenes fun as they reflect on the magic of community and the joy of coming home. Get your tickets: https://gracechurch.us/theatre ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:02 Early Theatre Involvement 01:53 Beauty and the Beast Auditions and Friendship 05:02 Prom, Crushes, and Young Friendship 06:58 College Choices and Personal Growth 07:29 Pursuing Musical Theatre and Career Decisions 08:53 Marriage and Moving to New York 09:33 Life in New York and Returning Home 12:25 Rejoining Grace Theatre and Community Impact 14:01 Performing Together as Dorothy and Scarecrow 17:19 Carrying the Show and Previous Roles 18:55 The Unique Community at Grace Theatre 21:34 Reflecting on Growth and Beginnings 25:03 Bringing Personal Experience to Their Characters 28:00 The Importance and Joy of Theatre 30:14 Closing Remarks and Show Dates

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does it take to step out of the boat when Jesus calls us into something bigger? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and special guest Pastor Jeff Unruh dive into the story of Peter walking on water, exploring what it means to dream big, take courageous steps of faith, and (most importantly) get back in the boat after we stumble. We discuss Grace Church's discipleship cohort, the recent high school retreat, and how community helps us stay focused on Jesus when the waves get overwhelming. Plus, hear updates on the Wizard of Oz production and some spirited Halloween candy debates. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss the rest of our series on Peter! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome 01:05 Podcast Banter & Absent Barry 02:32 Wizard of Oz Theater 06:57 Worship at Retreat & Generational Throwback Songs 08:21 Timeless Retreat Structure 13:01 Halloween Candy, Parenting, and Traditions 18:04 Introducing Jeff Unruh & Discipleship at Grace 20:47 Discipleship Models & Church Culture 23:06 Nature Metaphor for Generational Discipleship 25:14 Skiing Stories 28:34 Transition to Matthew Series & Peter Focus 30:15 Peter Walks on Water: Context & Chronology 33:29 Why Matthew Includes Peter's Story 36:29 Discipleship Architecture in Peter's Story 39:03 Would You Step Out of the Boat? 41:06 Peter's Motivation & Youthful Faith 49:54 Stepping Into Chaos: Modern Applications 54:41 Personal Examples of Stepping Out in Faith 57:27 Failure's Role in Spiritual Growth 1:00:55 Encouragement from Peter's Failures 1:02:10 Where Do We Go Next? & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church.

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does it mean to be hidden with Christ, and how do we put off the old and put on the new? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry wrap up the Christ Above All series by diving into Colossians 3 and the ancient Anastasius fresco. We explore what it means to put to death old ways and clothe ourselves in Christ, discover the powerful symbolism of Eastern Orthodox resurrection art, and discuss how devotional imagery shapes our faith. Plus, hear updates on adopting a new pig named Eileen, chili debates (soup or stew?), and more! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Intro 01:42 Thanksgiving & Family Plans 02:41 New Pig: Eileen's Adoption 05:15 Pig Behavior & Integration 07:42 Dog Bed Destruction & Pet Updates 08:40 Maron's Bible Reading & Routine 09:20 Chili, Soup, or Stew? 10:56 Block Party & Chili Bragging 13:25 Singing at Church & Family Reactions 16:38 Series Wrap-Up: Christ Above All 17:44 Colossians 3 & Living Differently 21:10 Hidden with Christ: Discussion 26:16 Practical Application: Putting to Death & Putting On 31:09 Personal Reflections on Change 34:04 The Anastasius Fresco: Introduction 37:51 Symbolism in the Fresco 39:50 Eastern vs. Western Resurrection Art 41:58 The Great Schism & Church History 44:08 Protestantism & Art in Worship 45:02 Fresco Details: Hades, Keys, and Movement 46:17 Saints, Martyrs, and Color Symbolism 50:37 Art's Impact on Devotion 57:28 Series Feedback & Future Plans 1:01:06 Upcoming Podcast & Sermon Series 1:02:31 Byzantine Hand Gesture Explained 1:04:44 Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church.

Special Grace Church Theatre Podcast | Wizard of Oz Pod 🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: In this special episode, Christina Pantaleo sits down with the legendary Amy Christie to chat all things Grace Church theatre! Amy shares her inspiring journey from musical theatre student to beloved pastor and director, reminiscing about decades of productions, community, and the magic of intergenerational casts. From behind-the-scenes hilarity to heartwarming stories of lives changed, you’ll hear how Grace’s theatre ministry has become a joyful, welcoming home for artists of all ages. Plus, get the inside scoop on this year’s “Wizard of Oz” and why there’s truly no place like Grace! Get your tickets to see the Wizard of Oz today! gracechurch.us/theatre

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How do we live out authentic faith in a world full of high-sounding nonsense? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry continue the Christ Above All series, tackling empty philosophies and the challenge of spotting bad fruit in our lives. We unpack how to let the Holy Spirit shape us, avoid syncretism, and pursue Christ-centered living with humility and community. Plus, hear updates on family traditions, new babies, and the buzz around Grace Church's Wizard of Oz production! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode as we continue exploring Christ Above All! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome & What's New with the Gang 00:31 Wizard of Oz at Grace Church 01:45 Family Traditions & Thanksgiving 05:03 Parenting, New Babies, and Family Life 07:17 Maron's Life Updates & Old Testament Studies 09:01 Home Repairs & Family Mishaps 10:00 Parenting & Video Game Rivalry 12:03 Transition to Sermon Series: Christ Above All-Week 2 12:26 Recap of Week One & Introduction to Week Two 14:51 Rooting Metaphor & Spiritual Growth 16:10 Identifying Bad Fruit: Self-Reflection vs. Community 22:02 High-Sounding Nonsense: What Qualifies? 23:45 Example 1: "I Know What's Best for Me" 29:31 Example 2: "I Do My Own Research" & The Algorithm 34:37 Learning Together & Community Discernment 38:49 Example 3: "Christianity Must Win" & The Cross 41:30 Roman Imagery & The Meaning of the Cross 44:44 Living as Witnesses, Not Winners 47:17 Boldness, Justice, and Love 49:30 Fruit of the Spirit & Social Media Bitterness 52:10 Additional High-Sounding Nonsense Phrases 59:01 Boundaries, Ghosting, and Crucial Conversations 1:04:01 Preview of Week Three & Series Wrap-Up 1:06:12 Closing & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How to stay faithful in a divided world? How do we live out Christ's call in a world dominated by the gods of self and power? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry dive into the challenges facing today's church, exploring the "god of self" and the "god of domination" from the new Christ Above All series. We discuss how to prune bad fruit from our lives, stay rooted in Christ, and embrace grace and humility amid cultural division. Plus, hear playful banter about homemade soup mishaps, video game defeats, and more. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode as we continue the Christ Above All series! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: (0:00:00) Cold Open: Why This Series Matters (0:02:16) Podcast Introduction & Series Announcement (0:03:10) Church Updates: Wizard of Oz Musical (0:05:47) Personal Updates & Life Together (0:13:19) Academic Connection & Signed Book Story (0:18:22) Why Change the Sermon Series? (0:23:03) Responding to Tragedy: Charlie Kirk's Murder (0:26:33) Strategic Retreat & Spirit-Led Decision (0:28:01) Sermon Overview: Week One on Syncretism (0:30:20) Asking for Trust on Controversial Topics (0:35:31) Then and Now: Syncretism in Colossae & America (0:36:53) What Is Syncretism? (0:41:08) Self-Examination: Where Are We Mixed? (0:42:49) Colossians 1: Christ Above All Powers (0:43:37) Discipled by Algorithms: Cable News & Social Media (0:46:39) Are We Victims or Responsible? (0:49:31) The God of Self and The God of Domination (0:57:33) What Domination Looks Like Daily (1:01:30) Biblical Justice vs. Domination (1:05:50) The Third Way: Justice Without Division (1:10:06) The Weight of Shepherding a Divided Flock (1:13:21) How to Support Your Pastors (1:15:58) Next Week's Challenge: Digital Detox (1:17:52) Closing & Sign Off

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How do we choose love over hatred when hate feels like the only logical response? In this episode Tyler, Maron, Barry, and Milton (celebrating his birthday!) wrap up Hope Month by diving into the broken place of hatred and exploring Jesus' radical call to love our enemies. We unpack the difference between righteous anger and hatred, discuss boundaries and self-protection, and discover what it means to be agents of healing in a divided world. Plus, hear about upcoming Grace Church events like the Sunday of Service and Calling Quilt Workshop (sign up now) and some nostalgic banter about Captain Planet and more. Don't forget to subscribe and join us in two weeks as we launch a new series, Christ Above All! Sign up at gracechurch.us/hope ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:34 What's New with the Gang & Happy Birthday Milton 16:38 Transition to Hope Month & Broken Places 17:01 Milton's Sermon: The Broken Place of Hatred 22:05 Hatred as a Gateway & Its Cycle 28:10 Distinguishing Anger from Hatred 29:44 Thinking Like Jesus: Philippians 2 32:40 The Gospel's Countercultural Call to Love 33:00 Jesus, Peter, and the Sword: Restorative Power 38:07 Boundaries, Loving Enemies, and Self-Protection 41:06 Seasons of Healing and Readiness to Love 43:17 Love Needs No Protection: Jesus Refuses the Angels 45:21 Purpose in Suffering and Redemptive Love 50:58 Paul's Transformation and Loving the "Other" 52:11 Taking Up the Cross: Countercultural Commitment 54:04 Current Events: Violence, Sides, and Discipleship 56:56 Prayer, Self-Control, and Following Jesus 58:16 Hope Month Reflections & Romans 12 1:01:40 Where Do We Go Next: Christ Above All 1:03:22 See You on the Other Side of Sunday 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How does God meet us in our deepest pain, and what does it look like to be healing ambassadors? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry dive deep into pain, healing, and hope, exploring how God shows up in our most broken places and how we can simply show up for others as agents of healing. We unpack what it means to be hope carriers in a world that desperately needs it, plus enjoy playful banter about soup controversies, cereal preferences, and ancient Greek myths—because even heavy topics need a little lightness! It's a warm, honest, and uplifting reminder that hope and healing are for everyone, even if it comes with a side of raisins in your soup. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:08 What's New with the Gang 18:06 Transition to Sermon Topic 18:32 Sermon Big Idea: Hope in Pain 20:07 Cereal Stories & Family Memories 23:36 Imminent vs. Immanent 25:05 Personal Stories in Sermon 27:27 Preparing for a Sermon on Pain 28:26 Books on Pain & Grief (See below for list) 31:44 Holistic Approach to Pain 31:44 Six Broken Places & Church Language 32:42 Fenelon's Letters & Accepting Pain 33:57 Hope vs. Pain: Sermon Shift 35:41 Eschatological Hope & Healing 36:33 Chora Church & Resurrection Imagery 38:22 Gospel Choir & Funeral Hope 39:37 Pain as Universal Broken Place 40:07 Mystery of Pain & Pastoral Response 40:52 Evidences of the Kingdom in Pain 41:07 Psalm 147 & Bandaging Wounds 43:20 Jesus' Inversion of Ritual Purity 44:55 Early Christian Hospitals & Compassion 46:32 Scripture Reading Choices 48:40 Jars of Clay & Suffering 50:46 Kintsugi & Beauty in Brokenness 52:35 Resurrected Bodies & Scars 55:35 Being Present in Others' Pain 58:13 Aroma of the Holy Spirit 59:39 "Smelling Christian" & Pastoral Presence 1:01:26 Evidences of the Kingdom: Glimpses of Heaven 1:02:07 Next Week: Decay & Creation Care 1:03:26 Lead Team Retreat & Upcoming Episodes 1:04:16 Where Do We Go Next? & Summerfest Episodes 📌 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Jars of Clay (Band) Calling Quilt Workshop (gracechurch.us/hope) Sunday of Service (gracechurch.us/hope) A Why to Live For by Dave Rodriguez A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis" Even If He Doesn't: What We Believe About God When Life Doesn't Make Sense by Kristen Lavallee Let Go by Fenelon 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: Why are we more lonely than ever, and what does authentic community actually look like? In this episode Tyler, Amy, Maron, and Barry (reporting live from Turkey!) dive into Hope Month's focus on isolation and explore how intentional nurturing and authentic community can bring hope to our disconnected world. We also hear about Barry's adventures exploring ancient biblical sites, get updates on how Maron managed while her son was away and Amy's theater antics, and discover what it really means for church to be about showing up, loving well, and making everyone feel at home. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode as we continue through Hope Month! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Podcast Introduction & Theme Setup 00:53 What's New with the Gang + Barry from Turkey 25:25 Transition to Sermon Discussion 26:01 Hope Month & Loneliness Sermon Overview 27:55 Intentionality in Nurturing & Jesus' Example 33:05 Loneliness as a Life-or-Death Issue 39:26 Breaking Down Barriers & Church's Role 42:22 Outreach, Hospitality, and Personal Stories 45:14 Practical Steps for Nurturing Community 49:01 Redefining Nurturing & Observing Needs 51:16 Generational Loneliness & Technology 53:34 Church Programs & Intergenerational Connection 55:10 Majority Experience Loneliness—What's the Message? 57:26 Personal Experiences of Isolation 1:01:12 Friendship, Discipleship, and Church's Role 1:04:01 Hope in Loneliness—Individual and Church Action 1:05:09 Funeral Follow-Up & Supporting the Bereaved 1:06:31 Encouragement to Pay Attention & Be Hope 1:08:19 Where Do We Go Next? & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: In this episode, featuring our founding senior pastor Dave Rodriguez, Tyler, Maron, and Dave dive into Hope Month's second broken place—injustice—exploring how we balance worship with justice and find our unique calling in a broken world. We reflect on personal encounters with suffering, the overwhelming nature of brokenness, and how to take faithful steps even when the pain feels too much. Sign up for the Destinyworks calling quilt workshop and don't forget to subscribe! Destinyworks workshop: gracechurch.us/hope ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome and Banter 01:18 Family Updates: Turkey Trip & Workshop Announcement 23:58 Transition to Sermon Discussion: Broken Place of Injustice 24:44 Dave's Experience in Kibera Slum 28:28 Mission Trips and Transformation 32:00 Injustice in Everyday Life 33:16 First Steps Against Injustice & Paralysis 35:20 Hope Month, Broken Places, and the Need for Hope 36:22 Broken Places vs. Evidence of the Kingdom 39:12 Structural Sin and Corporate Repentance 41:38 Amos 5 and God's View of Worship & Justice 45:16 Vertical vs. Horizontal Church Engagement 47:03 Caring About All Broken Places & Personal Calling 49:31 Interconnectedness of Broken Places 51:03 Challenges of Attention Span and Division 53:42 Historical Shifts in Evangelical Focus 57:01 Community Expectations of the Church 59:48 Calling Quilt Workshop: What to Expect 1:04:25 Paralysis, Calling, and Hope for the Stuck 1:06:08 Where Do We Go Next & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: Why is separation from God the root of all brokenness, and how do we become agents of healing? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry kick off Hope Month by diving into the first of the six broken places: separation from God. We explore why this is the granddaddy of all brokenness, unpack the scandal of grace and God's hesed love, and discuss what it means to be saved for, not just from. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on Instagram ( @TheBetweenSundaysPodcast ) so you don't miss these candid and casual conversations. Next week's episode will be all about the second broken place: Injustice! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Podcast Introduction 01:05 Taylor Swift Engagement & Pop Culture 09:13 Family Updates & Baptism Weekend 10:28 Tyler's College Friend's Engagement 13:40 Upcoming Camping Trips 16:24 Hope Month Series Overview 17:23 Separation from God: The Granddaddy of Broken Places 18:50 Healing Separation from God 19:06 Why Don't We Talk More About Separation from God? 20:11 Language and Foundations in Faith 20:48 The Church's Mission: Healing Separation 21:15 Visible vs. Invisible Brokenness 21:46 Can We Fix Brokenness Ourselves? 22:26 Movements of Justice and Faith 24:35 Justice and the Gospel 25:52 Social Justice and Hopelessness 27:32 Defining Brokenness 28:50 Origins of the Six Broken Places 29:27 Do We Underestimate Brokenness? 29:50 Romans 1 and the Depth of Sin 32:39 Pendulum of Sin and Grace in Church History 34:08 Romans 5: The Power of Grace 35:56 God's Love and Free Will 39:33 The Scandal of Grace 40:50 Hesed: God's Abundant, Faithful Love 41:46 The Prodigal Son and God's Economy 43:41 Identity Anchored in Christ 45:14 Saved For, Not Just From 46:05 Agents of Healing: The Christian Calling 47:58 Personal Testimonies and Evangelism 48:56 Personal Piety vs. Transformational Living 50:02 Are Christians Still Broken? 53:00 Sanctification: The Ongoing Journey 55:25 Three Calls to Action 56:10 Which Call Is Most Urgent? 1:01:13 Church Focus: Discipleship vs. Evangelism 1:02:54 Care Center Metrics: Transformation vs. Numbers 1:04:58 Healed People Transform Others 1:05:08 Preview of Next Week: Injustice 1:07:19 Sign-Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How do spiritual zeal, hope, and even lament shape lasting marriages? This week on Between Sundays, Tyler, Maron, and Barry wrap up our First Comes Love marriage series with the most raw and honest conversation yet. We’re diving deep into Romans 12:11–12, where Paul gives six rapid-fire imperatives: don’t be idle, boil, serve, rejoice, endure, persist. But what do those actually mean for marriages under pressure? Plus, don't miss their invitation to come to Grace Church's upcoming marriage retreat. Investing in your marriage is always worth it! Register: gracechurch.us/marriageretreat ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:14 Podcast Introduction and Marriage Retreat Announcement 02:18 Maron's Weekend and Paper on Numerology 05:11 Using AI and ChatGPT in Daily Life 07:03 Discussion of LIV Golf and Family Outing 11:06 Upcoming Travel and Podcast Logistics 12:35 Transition to Marriage Series Recap 13:07 Big Idea of the Final Marriage Series Week 14:36 Intensity of Romans 12 Commands 17:48 Contextual Application of Romans 12 to Marriage 20:45 Proactive vs. Reactive Imperatives in Marriage 22:15 Spiritual Practices to Sustain Zeal in Marriage 24:40 Earnestness and Fervency in Relationships 30:23 Faith as the Foundation, Not a Compartment 34:02 Fruit as Evidence of On-Fire Faith 36:05 Pastoral Challenges and Individual Scenarios 39:23 Reactive Imperatives: Hope, Endurance, and Prayer 41:00 Biblical Hope vs. Wishful Thinking 45:10 Lament as Part of Hope in Marriage 46:44 Reading a Marriage Lament 53:07 Romans 12's Broader Application Beyond Marriage 58:49 Encouragement and Challenges from the Series 1:03:44 Where Do We Go Next? - Preview of Hope Month 1:05:05 Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday #marriage #Romans12 #spiritualzeal #biblicalhope #marriageretreat #FirstComesLove #lament #endurance #faithjourney #BetweenSundays

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does it mean to race to the bottom in marriage, and how do we honor our spouse when things get tough? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry dive into week 2 of First Comes Love, exploring Romans 12 and what it looks like to pursue self-giving love even in difficult seasons. We also sit down with David and Betsy Bell to talk about the upcoming marriage retreat, including their powerful framework of share, mirror, validate, and get curious for deeper connection. Sign up for the marriage retreat here: https://gracechurch.us/marriageretreat New episodes drop weekly on Wednesdays! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Intro and Banter 01:53 Family Business 02:32 Maron's Tennessee ATO Retreat Recap 11:54 Haven Farm Update: End of an Era 14:02 Grief and Animal Rescue Reflections 16:02 Tyler's Family & School Update 18:44 Marriage Series - Week Two 22:14 Romans 12 and the Race to the Bottom 24:32 Genesis, Adam & Eve, and Hebrew Poetry 28:21 Sin, Genesis 3, and Marriage Dynamics 33:17 Assumptions in the Marriage Series 35:08 Unequally Yoked & Real-World Marriages 39:56 Idealism vs. Reality in Marriage 42:33 Honoring vs. People-Pleasing in Marriage 45:28 When Marriages Are in Crisis 49:37 Personal Reflections: Race to the Bottom 56:25 Conflict, Stalemates, and Starting Over 1:02:09 Transition to Marriage Retreat Interview 1:05:04 Meet David and Betsy Bell 1:09:26 Surprises and Pursuit in Long-Term Marriage 1:13:14 Working Together as a Couple 1:17:49 Intentionality and Connection Practices 1:24:31 Marriage Retreat Structure & Who Should Attend 1:30:52 Framework: Share, Mirror, Validate, Get Curious 1:34:34 Letting Go: Transformation in Marriage 1:42:44 Spiritual Practices for Couples 1:54:36 Retreat Takeaways and Final Thoughts 1:57:20 Where Do We Go Next? & Sign Off 📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED: Grace Church's Marriage Retreat Centering Prayer App The Journey Back to You by Suzanne Stabile Fall Creek Abbey 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

What is covenant faithfulness in marriage and is it still possible today? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry go deeper into week 1 of our new sermon series, First Comes Love. We talk about agape love, marriage as a spiritual act, and what it means to pursue a Christlike covenant today. 🗓️ Register for the retreat: https://gracechurch.us/marriageretreat Based on Romans 12:9 — "Let love be genuine." 00:07 Welcome & Banter 01:29 Return to Regular Format & Upcoming Content 03:22 Maron’s Family Reunion Stories 05:42 Family History & Legacy 10:30 Cultural Differences in Family Reunions 15:21 Barry’s Turkey Trip Preparation 17:06 Tyler’s Back-to-School Blues 19:09 The Newlywed Game Segment 29:09 Marriage Series Introduction 30:38 Why This Marriage Series? 32:24 Romans 12 as the Foundation 35:10 Marriage as Communal Discipleship 40:29 Historical & Cultural Context of Marriage 43:06 Discomfort & Realities of Marriage 44:36 Agape Love & Boundaries 50:55 Lack of Perfect Marriages in the Bible 54:16 Agape Love: What It Is and Isn't 1:08:18 Practical Steps for Agape Love 1:13:04 Where Do We Go Next Week & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday #agapelove #marriage #FirstComesLove #covenant faithfulness #Romans 12:9-12 #familyreunion #churchcommunity #Christianmarriage #marriage retreat #discipleship #podcast #christianpodcast #betweenSundays

In this episode of Between Sundays, we wrap up summer with a conversation on student ministry and take a questions from friends of the pod! We chat with Grace Students staff Dani Staley and Randy Kinman, about what makes youth ministry fun, challenging, and essential in today’s culture. We dig into what discipleship for Gen Z looks like, how to support anxious teens, creating safe spaces for doubt and faith exploration, and why serving students matters now more than ever. Submit a question: gracechurch.us/podcast Marriage Retreat info: gracechurch.us/marriage

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: We’re in the thick of Summerfest and answering your questions! Tyler, Maron, and Barry dig into the mailbag to discuss a Between Sundays cookbook idea (yes, really). Then we’re joined by Grace Kids volunteer Casey Keck to talk about serving in children’s ministry, what she’s learned from kids, and how it’s shaped her faith. Submit your questions at gracechurch.us/podcast New episodes drop weekly in July – Subscribe & turn on notifications so you don’t miss an episode! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:06 Welcome and Introductions & Back with a special episode 2:47 Casey's Family and Summer Activities 5:02 Family Naming and Parenting Reflections 6:45 Barry's Animal Rescue Farm Update 9:21 Marion's Flat Tire Incident 13:30 Tyler's Son's Birthday and Family Traditions 19:33 Listener Mailbag: Podcast Wall Quotes 22:25 Listener Mailbag: Between Sundays Cookbook Idea 29:57 Casey's Journey in Grace Kids Ministry 33:29 Serving in Children's Ministry: Roles and Impact 38:18 Serving as a Family and Kids' Involvement 41:06 Spiritual and Personal Growth Through Serving 43:41 Snacks and Volunteer Perks in Grace Kids 46:00 Opportunities and Realities of Volunteering in Grace Kids 55:00 Handling Long Services in Grace Kids 57:33 Preview of Next Week and Closing 27:20 Weirdest Pre-Service Comments 30:50 Who Do We Talk To Next? & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday and follow us on your favorite listening platform. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebetweensundayspodcast Follow the podcast on instagram @thebewtweensundays