John 1:14-1814 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. 15 (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.’”) 16 For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God; God the only Son, who is at the Father's side, he has made him known.
Matthew 6:25-3425 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? 27 And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? 28 And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, 29 yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 30 But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. 34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Questions Jesus Asks Resources
Believe in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian Rogers
Not God Enough – J.D. Greear
Anything Is Possible – Joby Martin
John 2 Sermon - Josh Howerton
Vertical Church - James MacDonald
In this special bonus episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast, Michelle Myers and Carleigh White join Christian Cooper for a lighthearted Christmas Movie Draft! Each person will draft three of their all-time favorite Christmas movies... but there's a twist — we're also including a “Dishonorable Mention” round where we each name some Christmas movies we can’t stand. It’s festive. It’s friendly. And it might get a little competitive. Join us for the laughs, the nostalgia, and a few hot takes as we celebrate the joy (and chaos) of Christmas classics.
John 2:1–11 (ESV): 2 On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples. 3 When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” 4 And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.” 5 His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” 6 Now there were six stone water jars there for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. 7 Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. 8 And he said to them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the feast.” So they took it. 9 When the master of the feast tasted the water now become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the master of the feast called the bridegroom 10 and said to him, “Everyone serves the good wine first, and when people have drunk freely, then the poor wine. But you have kept the good wine until now.” 11 This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.Subscribe to our channel ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ime97MH0c2Wfooh0Xl87wFor more information about our church visit ► https://biltmorechurch.com/https://www.instagram.com/biltmorechurch/https://www.facebook.com/mybiltmorechurch/https://twitter.com/biltmoreQuestions Jesus Asks ResourcesBelieve in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian RogersNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby Martin
Questions Jesus Asks Resources
Believe in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian Rogers
Not God Enough – J.D. Greear
Anything Is Possible – Joby Martin
Matthew 20:1-161“For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2 After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3 And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, 4 and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.’ 5 So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. 6 And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing. And he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?’ 7 They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.’ 8 And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.’ 9 And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. 10 Now when those hired first came, they thought they would receive more, but each of them also received a denarius. 11 And on receiving it they grumbled at the master of the house, 12 saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.’ 13 But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong. Did you not agree with me for a denarius? 14 Take what belongs to you and go. I choose to give to this last worker as I give to you. 15 Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?’ 16 So the last will be first, and the first last.”
Questions Jesus Asks Resources
Believe in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian Rogers
Not God Enough – J.D. Greear
Anything Is Possible – Joby Martin
Matthew 14:22-3322 Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26 But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, “It is a ghost!” and they cried out in fear. 27 But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” 28 And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” 31 Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33 And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”
Episode 13 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast - where each week we have conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. In this final episode of the season, we're doing something a little different: a Q+A with Pastor Bruce. It's a fun and honest sit-down with our Lead Pastor - answering questions you submitted about real life, discipleship, and how to follow Jesus faithfully.
Ephesians 6:19-20
19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak
.Revelation 2:1-7
“To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who call themselves apostles and are not, and found them to be false. 3 I know you are enduring patiently and bearing up for my name's sake, and you have not grown weary. 4 But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. 5 Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent. 6 Yet this you have: you hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. 7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.’
Your Unseen Enemy Resources
Your Story Has A Villain – Jonathan Pokluda
The Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony EvansLive
No Lies – John Mark Comer
If The Tomb is Empty – Joby Martin
Spiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. Greear
Defeating the Enemy – Phil Hopper
Kingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers
The Weapons of our Warfare – Phil Hopper
Stand Firm Sermon Series – Joby Martin
When the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley
40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly
The Divine Defense – Robert Jeffress
Run Over by the Grace Train – Joby Martin
Lord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald
Episode 13 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast — where each week we have conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus.
In this episode, we’re talking about the connection between spiritual warfare and prayer. Pastor Bruce joins Christian and Michelle to unpack Mark 9:17–29 and Ephesians 6:18, exploring why prayer isn’t optional — it’s essential.
Mark 9:17-2
18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints,
Mark 9:17
17 And someone from the crowd answered him, “Teacher, I brought my son to you, for he has a spirit that makes him mute.__________________________________________
Your Unseen Enemy Resources
Your Story Has A Villain – Jonathan Pokluda
The Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony Evans
Live No Lies – John Mark Comer
If The Tomb is Empty – Joby Martin
Spiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. Greear
Defeating the Enemy – Phil Hopper
Kingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers
The Weapons of our Warfare – Phil Hopper
Stand Firm Sermon Series – Joby Martin
When the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley
40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly
The Divine Defense – Robert Jeffress
Run Over by the Grace Train – Joby Martin
Lord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald
We’re continuing our series on the armor of God — and this week, it’s all about the only offensive weapon in the lineup: the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Pastor Bruce joins us to talk about how to actually use Scripture in spiritual battle.We’ll unpack Ephesians 6:17 and Psalm 19 to talk about how God’s Word forms us, defends us, and transforms our daily walk with Jesus.
Ephesians 6:17and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,Psalm 19:7-147The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul;the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;8 the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart;the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;9 the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever;the rules of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether.10 More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold;sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb.11 Moreover, by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.12 Who can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults.13 Keep back your servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me!Then I shall be blameless, and innocent of great transgression.14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.__________________________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby MartinLord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald
Starting a gospel conversation doesn’t have to feel intimidating — it starts with caring enough to ask good questions. In this episode, Michelle Myers sits down with Clayton King to talk about how everyday conversations can open the door to eternal impact.
We’ll talk through practical ways to notice people, ask questions that matter, and depend on the Holy Spirit to guide what happens next. Whether you’re nervous to share your faith or simply want to grow in readiness, this conversation will help you see evangelism as part of normal, Spirit-led life.
Ephesians 6:13, 17
13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
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Your Unseen Enemy Resources
Your Story Has A Villain – Jonathan Pokluda
The Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony Evans
Live No Lies – John Mark Comer
If The Tomb is Empty – Joby Martin
Spiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. Greear
Defeating the Enemy – Phil Hopper
Kingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers
The Weapons of our Warfare – Phil Hopper
Stand Firm Sermon Series – Joby Martin
When the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley
40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly
The Divine Defense – Robert Jeffress
Run Over by the Grace Train – Joby Martin
Lord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald
Episode 10 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast, where each week we have helpful conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. This week, Christian Cooper and Michelle are joined by Gini Taylor (our Central Kids Director), and Patrick Gallemore (our Arden Campus Pastor) to talk about faith, family discipleship, and how the shield of faith from Ephesians 6 shapes everyday life. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or mentor, this conversation will help you walk by faith and lead the next generation with spiritual intentionality.
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Ephesians 6:10-1610 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;
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Your Unseen Enemy Resources
Your Story Has A Villain – Jonathan Pokluda
The Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony Evans
Live No Lies – John Mark Comer
If The Tomb is Empty – Joby Martin
Spiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. Greear
Defeating the Enemy – Phil Hopper
Kingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers
The Weapons of our Warfare – Phil Hopper
Stand Firm Sermon Series – Joby Martin
When the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley
40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly
The Divine Defense – Robert Jeffress
Run Over by the Grace Train – Joby Martin
When the Apostle Paul described spiritual armor, he didn’t just mention truth and righteousness — he included shoes. What do feet have to do with standing firm in a spiritual battle?
In this episode, Pastor Bruce unpacks the next piece of the armor of God and why having our “feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace” is more than just metaphorical. We’ll discuss what spiritual readiness really looks like, how Acts 1 helps us live on mission, and how ordinary believers can make an extraordinary impact.
Ephesians 6:15
15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.
Acts 1:1-81
In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God. 4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”
Your Unseen Enemy Resources
Your Story Has A Villain – Jonathan Pokluda
The Battle Is The Lord’s – Tony Evans
Live No Lies – John Mark Comer
If The Tomb is Empty – Joby Martin
Spiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. Greear
Defeating the Enemy – Phil Hopper
Kingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers
The Weapons of our Warfare – Phil Hopper
Stand Firm Sermon Series – Joby Martin
When the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley
40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly
We all face guilt and shame — but how do we stand firm in Christ when those voices hit hardest? In this episode, Pastor Bruce joins Michelle and Christian to explore the power of imputed righteousness and how the gospel meets us in our darkest moments.
We’ll talk about what Romans 3 really teaches us about being made right with God, how to recognize shame-based religion, and how to live out of the new identity Christ has given us.