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      <title>172 | Are You Keeping Pace With Jesus?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 4:2-6, unpacking four words that spell out P.A.C.E.—Pray, Act, Converse, and Everyone. Drawing from his recent trip to Morocco and a nail-biting layover in Paris, Paul reminds us that following Jesus takes intentional pace. Just as Jesus resolutely set his face toward Jerusalem, we're called to live with that same sense of purpose—praying devotedly for ourselves and our church, acting wisely toward outsiders, seasoning our conversations with grace and salt, and doing it all on behalf of everyone God places in our path.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 4:2-6, unpacking four words that spell out P.A.C.E.—Pray, Act, Converse, and Everyone. Drawing from his recent trip to Morocco and a nail-biting layover in Paris, Paul reminds us that following Jesus takes intentional pace. Just as Jesus resolutely set his face toward Jerusalem, we're called to live with that same sense of purpose—praying devotedly for ourselves and our church, acting wisely toward outsiders, seasoning our conversations with grace and salt, and doing it all on behalf of everyone God places in our path.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>171 | Can You Trust God in the Pit?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this heartfelt message, Patty Durbin walks us through the life of Joseph and shows how God stays close, shapes character, and works good even in the darkest seasons. Drawing from her own story of growing up as an outsider in a broken home, Patty invites us to expect trouble, trust God's presence, worship through hard work, and adopt a kingdom perspective that sees setbacks as soil for something beautiful. Joseph's journey from pit to prison to palace reminds us that no pain is wasted when God is with us.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>170 | What If God Himself Is the Blessing?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Daniel Ziesing walks us through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 and reframes what it really means to be "blessed." Rather than treating blessing as a Christian buzzword or a list of good things we hope God will hand us, Daniel shows how Jesus is describing the good life—a life of flourishing that flows from being poor in spirit, mournful over sin, gentle, hungry for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemaking, and even willing to be persecuted. The heart of the message is simple and profound: God Himself is our greatest blessing, and every other gift is secondary to knowing Him.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Daniel Ziesing walks us through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 and reframes what it really means to be "blessed." Rather than treating blessing as a Christian buzzword or a list of good things we hope God will hand us, Daniel shows how Jesus is describing the good life—a life of flourishing that flows from being poor in spirit, mournful over sin, gentle, hungry for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemaking, and even willing to be persecuted. The heart of the message is simple and profound: God Himself is our greatest blessing, and every other gift is secondary to knowing Him.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Daniel Ziesing walks us through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 and reframes what it really means to be "blessed." Rather than treating blessing as a Christian buzzword or a list of good things we hope God will hand us, Daniel shows how Jesus is describing the good life—a life of flourishing that flows from being poor in spirit, mournful over sin, gentle, hungry for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemaking, and even willing to be persecuted. The heart of the message is simple and profound: God Himself is our greatest blessing, and every other gift is secondary to knowing Him.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>169 | What's Your Next Step After Meeting Jesus?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In week six of the Colossians series, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 3, where the Apostle Paul lays out what comes next after we've been raised with Christ. Using stories from hiking, camping, and a little dog named Perry, Paul unpacks four practical next steps every follower of Jesus can take: pursuing heaven's perspective, putting off old hindrances, putting on Christ's qualities, and practicing Christ-like relationships. This is a message about moving from the parking lot into the real beauty of life with Jesus—and discovering that how we treat others is really how we treat Him.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>168 | What is hijacking your faith?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this fifth message from the Book of Colossians, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 2:8–23 and uncovers four sneaky "hijackers" that try to pull our faith away from Jesus. Using a memorable story of a bait-and-switch taxi ride in China, Paul reminds us that in Christ we already have fullness, newness, and forgiveness—and we don't need anything more added to that. He challenges us to spot godless philosophies, legalistic rule keeping, mystical experiences, and traditional wisdom that try to take us for a ride to places we don't want to go. The invitation is simple: keep your faith squarely rooted in Jesus.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this fifth message from the Book of Colossians, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 2:8–23 and uncovers four sneaky "hijackers" that try to pull our faith away from Jesus. Using a memorable story of a bait-and-switch taxi ride in China, Paul reminds us that in Christ we already have fullness, newness, and forgiveness—and we don't need anything more added to that. He challenges us to spot godless philosophies, legalistic rule keeping, mystical experiences, and traditional wisdom that try to take us for a ride to places we don't want to go. The invitation is simple: keep your faith squarely rooted in Jesus.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this fifth message from the Book of Colossians, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Colossians 2:8–23 and uncovers four sneaky "hijackers" that try to pull our faith away from Jesus. Using a memorable story of a bait-and-switch taxi ride in China, Paul reminds us that in Christ we already have fullness, newness, and forgiveness—and we don't need anything more added to that. He challenges us to spot godless philosophies, legalistic rule keeping, mystical experiences, and traditional wisdom that try to take us for a ride to places we don't want to go. The invitation is simple: keep your faith squarely rooted in Jesus.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>167 | How Can I Grow Toward Greater Christ-Like Maturity? P2</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In part two of his teaching on Christ-like maturity, Pastor Paul Durbin walks Belay'ers through Colossians 1:24–2:7 to unpack three more deliberate practices that grow us into spiritually mature followers of Jesus. He shows how spiritual discernment, continual growth, and overflowing thankfulness move us past fine-sounding arguments and shallow faith into a deeply rooted life in Christ. Using the picture of a pinyon pine sending its taproot deep into rocky ground, Paul invites us to stop spreading wide and start going down—anchored in Jesus, who is all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In part two of his teaching on Christ-like maturity, Pastor Paul Durbin walks Belay'ers through Colossians 1:24–2:7 to unpack three more deliberate practices that grow us into spiritually mature followers of Jesus. He shows how spiritual discernment, continual growth, and overflowing thankfulness move us past fine-sounding arguments and shallow faith into a deeply rooted life in Christ. Using the picture of a pinyon pine sending its taproot deep into rocky ground, Paul invites us to stop spreading wide and start going down—anchored in Jesus, who is all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In part two of his teaching on Christ-like maturity, Pastor Paul Durbin walks Belay'ers through Colossians 1:24–2:7 to unpack three more deliberate practices that grow us into spiritually mature followers of Jesus. He shows how spiritual discernment, continual growth, and overflowing thankfulness move us past fine-sounding arguments and shallow faith into a deeply rooted life in Christ. Using the picture of a pinyon pine sending its taproot deep into rocky ground, Paul invites us to stop spreading wide and start going down—anchored in Jesus, who is all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>166 | How Can I Grow Toward Greater Christ-Like Maturity?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores what it means to pursue real spiritual maturity as a follower of Jesus, drawing from Colossians 1:24–2:7 and his own journey learning Mandarin in China. He challenges Belay’ers to move beyond surface-level faith by embracing four practical practices: joyful suffering, willing service, strenuous contending, and holding on to our hope in Jesus. With stories, honest wrestling, and encouragement, the message asks: how do we actually become mature—“telios”—in Christ? Pastor Paul shows it’s less about logging hours and more about deliberate, focused growth with Jesus at the center.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores what it means to pursue real spiritual maturity as a follower of Jesus, drawing from Colossians 1:24–2:7 and his own journey learning Mandarin in China. He challenges Belay’ers to move beyond surface-level faith by embracing four practical practices: joyful suffering, willing service, strenuous contending, and holding on to our hope in Jesus. With stories, honest wrestling, and encouragement, the message asks: how do we actually become mature—“telios”—in Christ? Pastor Paul shows it’s less about logging hours and more about deliberate, focused growth with Jesus at the center.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores what it means to pursue real spiritual maturity as a follower of Jesus, drawing from Colossians 1:24–2:7 and his own journey learning Mandarin in China. He challenges Belay’ers to move beyond surface-level faith by embracing four practical practices: joyful suffering, willing service, strenuous contending, and holding on to our hope in Jesus. With stories, honest wrestling, and encouragement, the message asks: how do we actually become mature—“telios”—in Christ? Pastor Paul shows it’s less about logging hours and more about deliberate, focused growth with Jesus at the center.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>165 | Why Should Jesus Be the Center?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message from Colossians 1:15-23, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what many scholars call the most Christ-centered passage in the New Testament. Paul unpacks eight powerful reasons Jesus insists on being the center of our lives—not a welcome guest, not an add-on, but the absolute nucleus around which everything else revolves. From Jesus being the visible image of the invisible God, to the Creator who holds all things together, to the One who reconciles us back to the Father through the cross, this teaching invites us to ask an honest question: Is Jesus truly at the center of my life?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message from Colossians 1:15-23, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what many scholars call the most Christ-centered passage in the New Testament. Paul unpacks eight powerful reasons Jesus insists on being the center of our lives—not a welcome guest, not an add-on, but the absolute nucleus around which everything else revolves. From Jesus being the visible image of the invisible God, to the Creator who holds all things together, to the One who reconciles us back to the Father through the cross, this teaching invites us to ask an honest question: Is Jesus truly at the center of my life?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message from Colossians 1:15-23, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what many scholars call the most Christ-centered passage in the New Testament. Paul unpacks eight powerful reasons Jesus insists on being the center of our lives—not a welcome guest, not an add-on, but the absolute nucleus around which everything else revolves. From Jesus being the visible image of the invisible God, to the Creator who holds all things together, to the One who reconciles us back to the Father through the cross, this teaching invites us to ask an honest question: Is Jesus truly at the center of my life?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>164 | How Does God Keep Growing You After You Believe?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this opening message of a six-week series through Colossians, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the first 14 verses of Paul's letter and asks a simple but powerful question: how does God's work keep growing in us after we've believed? Drawing from Paul's prayer for the Colossian church, Paul highlights five growth areas the Holy Spirit wants to develop in every follower of Jesus—clarity, strength, gratitude, awareness, and prayerfulness. With warmth, humor, and practical insight, Paul reminds us that spiritual maturity isn't about hard things going away; it's about being rooted deeply enough in Christ to bear more and more fruit, no matter the season.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this opening message of a six-week series through Colossians, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the first 14 verses of Paul's letter and asks a simple but powerful question: how does God's work keep growing in us after we've believed? Drawing from Paul's prayer for the Colossian church, Paul highlights five growth areas the Holy Spirit wants to develop in every follower of Jesus—clarity, strength, gratitude, awareness, and prayerfulness. With warmth, humor, and practical insight, Paul reminds us that spiritual maturity isn't about hard things going away; it's about being rooted deeply enough in Christ to bear more and more fruit, no matter the season.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>163 | How Do We Stay on the Path of Purity?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches from Psalm 119 and asks the same question David asked thousands of years ago: how can a person stay on the path of purity? Purity is not just about avoiding obvious sin; it is a life of honesty, integrity, holiness, and character, where we have nothing to hide and our lives honor God and people. Paul walks through six practical ways to stay on that path: prioritize the Word of God, unreservedly seek God, restrict your freedom, internalize Scripture, turn and keep turning, and ultimately yield to the lordship of Jesus. The message reminds us that we cannot walk this path in our own strength, but Jesus cleanses us, forgives us, and gives us resurrection life so we can live differently.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches from Psalm 119 and asks the same question David asked thousands of years ago: how can a person stay on the path of purity? Purity is not just about avoiding obvious sin; it is a life of honesty, integrity, holiness, and character, where we have nothing to hide and our lives honor God and people. Paul walks through six practical ways to stay on that path: prioritize the Word of God, unreservedly seek God, restrict your freedom, internalize Scripture, turn and keep turning, and ultimately yield to the lordship of Jesus. The message reminds us that we cannot walk this path in our own strength, but Jesus cleanses us, forgives us, and gives us resurrection life so we can live differently.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches from Psalm 119 and asks the same question David asked thousands of years ago: how can a person stay on the path of purity? Purity is not just about avoiding obvious sin; it is a life of honesty, integrity, holiness, and character, where we have nothing to hide and our lives honor God and people. Paul walks through six practical ways to stay on that path: prioritize the Word of God, unreservedly seek God, restrict your freedom, internalize Scripture, turn and keep turning, and ultimately yield to the lordship of Jesus. The message reminds us that we cannot walk this path in our own strength, but Jesus cleanses us, forgives us, and gives us resurrection life so we can live differently.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>162 | Is There a Standard for Giving?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 and uncovers six surprisingly practical standards for giving. Drawing from Paul's words to a self-absorbed Corinthian church, he shows how generosity pulls us out of ourselves and into God's mission. With honesty, humor, and stories from his own life, Paul invites Belay'ers to see giving not as a burden, but as a beautiful habit that breaks money's grip and shapes us into people who live "on belay."<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 and uncovers six surprisingly practical standards for giving. Drawing from Paul's words to a self-absorbed Corinthian church, he shows how generosity pulls us out of ourselves and into God's mission. With honesty, humor, and stories from his own life, Paul invites Belay'ers to see giving not as a burden, but as a beautiful habit that breaks money's grip and shapes us into people who live "on belay."<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 and uncovers six surprisingly practical standards for giving. Drawing from Paul's words to a self-absorbed Corinthian church, he shows how generosity pulls us out of ourselves and into God's mission. With honesty, humor, and stories from his own life, Paul invites Belay'ers to see giving not as a burden, but as a beautiful habit that breaks money's grip and shapes us into people who live "on belay."<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>161 | Where Are You in the Story God Is Still Writing?</title>
      <itunes:title>161 | Where Are You in the Story God Is Still Writing?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 3 May 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan Ho walks us through a sweeping survey of the first half of the book of Acts, showing how the early church was born, shaped, and scattered—all in the rhythm of God's mission. From the confrontation of the gospel to a community marked by devotion, from facing real problems to being sent out by unnamed everyday people, Kevan invites us to find ourselves in this ongoing story. The book of Acts ends mid-sentence on purpose, because the story of Jesus at work through His people is still being written—and we're part of it.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan Ho walks us through a sweeping survey of the first half of the book of Acts, showing how the early church was born, shaped, and scattered—all in the rhythm of God's mission. From the confrontation of the gospel to a community marked by devotion, from facing real problems to being sent out by unnamed everyday people, Kevan invites us to find ourselves in this ongoing story. The book of Acts ends mid-sentence on purpose, because the story of Jesus at work through His people is still being written—and we're part of it.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan Ho walks us through a sweeping survey of the first half of the book of Acts, showing how the early church was born, shaped, and scattered—all in the rhythm of God's mission. From the confrontation of the gospel to a community marked by devotion, from facing real problems to being sent out by unnamed everyday people, Kevan invites us to find ourselves in this ongoing story. The book of Acts ends mid-sentence on purpose, because the story of Jesus at work through His people is still being written—and we're part of it.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>160 | Will You Let God Stretch Your Mission Field?</title>
      <itunes:title>160 | Will You Let God Stretch Your Mission Field?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Rudolf Kabutz invites Belay’ers to see global missions not as something far away or only for “missionaries,” but as a calling Jesus brings right into our everyday lives. Through stories from South Africa, the Horn of Africa, Trans World Radio, and John 4, Rudolf shows how Jesus crosses boundaries to meet the Samaritan woman with living water—and then sends her back into her own community as a witness. The heart of the message is simple and challenging: God’s mission is global, but it becomes real and personal wherever God has placed us, with the people right in front of us.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Rudolf Kabutz invites Belay’ers to see global missions not as something far away or only for “missionaries,” but as a calling Jesus brings right into our everyday lives. Through stories from South Africa, the Horn of Africa, Trans World Radio, and John 4, Rudolf shows how Jesus crosses boundaries to meet the Samaritan woman with living water—and then sends her back into her own community as a witness. The heart of the message is simple and challenging: God’s mission is global, but it becomes real and personal wherever God has placed us, with the people right in front of us.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Rudolf Kabutz invites Belay’ers to see global missions not as something far away or only for “missionaries,” but as a calling Jesus brings right into our everyday lives. Through stories from South Africa, the Horn of Africa, Trans World Radio, and John 4, Rudolf shows how Jesus crosses boundaries to meet the Samaritan woman with living water—and then sends her back into her own community as a witness. The heart of the message is simple and challenging: God’s mission is global, but it becomes real and personal wherever God has placed us, with the people right in front of us.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>159 | Are You Carrying More Than Jesus Ever Asked You To?</title>
      <itunes:title>159 | Are You Carrying More Than Jesus Ever Asked You To?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this heartfelt message from Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Favour Ibom invites us to lay down the heavy backpacks we've been hauling through life—regrets, fears, expectations, and pressures—and accept Jesus' invitation to true rest. Using the picture of a hiker who keeps picking up "souvenirs" along the trail until the journey becomes a burden, Pastor Favour walks us through four simple steps using the acronym R.E.S.T.: Respond to Jesus' invitation, Exchange your burden for His yoke, Sit under His way and learn from Him, and Trust that His way leads to real rest. This isn't a call to quit what you're doing—it's a call to live aligned with the leadership of Jesus, who carries most of the load while we simply walk with Him.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this heartfelt message from Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Favour Ibom invites us to lay down the heavy backpacks we've been hauling through life—regrets, fears, expectations, and pressures—and accept Jesus' invitation to true rest. Using the picture of a hiker who keeps picking up "souvenirs" along the trail until the journey becomes a burden, Pastor Favour walks us through four simple steps using the acronym R.E.S.T.: Respond to Jesus' invitation, Exchange your burden for His yoke, Sit under His way and learn from Him, and Trust that His way leads to real rest. This isn't a call to quit what you're doing—it's a call to live aligned with the leadership of Jesus, who carries most of the load while we simply walk with Him.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this heartfelt message from Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Favour Ibom invites us to lay down the heavy backpacks we've been hauling through life—regrets, fears, expectations, and pressures—and accept Jesus' invitation to true rest. Using the picture of a hiker who keeps picking up "souvenirs" along the trail until the journey becomes a burden, Pastor Favour walks us through four simple steps using the acronym R.E.S.T.: Respond to Jesus' invitation, Exchange your burden for His yoke, Sit under His way and learn from Him, and Trust that His way leads to real rest. This isn't a call to quit what you're doing—it's a call to live aligned with the leadership of Jesus, who carries most of the load while we simply walk with Him.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>158 | What Makes Us Right with God?</title>
      <itunes:title>158 | What Makes Us Right with God?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 5 Apr 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the Chinese character for righteousnessand how it beautifully illustrates the gospel story. Drawing from his years in China, Paul shows how this ancient picture language reveals the heart of the Easter story—a lamb (Jesus) covering “me” (the sinner). Through Scripture and story, we see that righteousness isn’t something we earn or make—it’s something we receive when the Lamb-King covers and transforms us.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the Chinese character for righteousnessand how it beautifully illustrates the gospel story. Drawing from his years in China, Paul shows how this ancient picture language reveals the heart of the Easter story—a lamb (Jesus) covering “me” (the sinner). Through Scripture and story, we see that righteousness isn’t something we earn or make—it’s something we receive when the Lamb-King covers and transforms us.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the Chinese character for righteousnessand how it beautifully illustrates the gospel story. Drawing from his years in China, Paul shows how this ancient picture language reveals the heart of the Easter story—a lamb (Jesus) covering “me” (the sinner). Through Scripture and story, we see that righteousness isn’t something we earn or make—it’s something we receive when the Lamb-King covers and transforms us.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>157 | Can I Really Trust Jesus?</title>
      <itunes:title>157 | Can I Really Trust Jesus?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 5 Apr 2026 00:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this Easter message, Pastor Paul Durbin teaches from Matthew 28 and reminds us that the resurrection is more than a moment—it’s proof that Jesus can be trusted. He keeps His promises just as He said. He welcomes our doubts because some still doubted. And He never leaves us for He is with us always. Even when faith feels shaky, Jesus remains faithful, powerful, and present.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this Easter message, Pastor Paul Durbin teaches from Matthew 28 and reminds us that the resurrection is more than a moment—it’s proof that Jesus can be trusted. He keeps His promises just as He said. He welcomes our doubts because some still doubted. And He never leaves us for He is with us always. Even when faith feels shaky, Jesus remains faithful, powerful, and present.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this Easter message, Pastor Paul Durbin teaches from Matthew 28 and reminds us that the resurrection is more than a moment—it’s proof that Jesus can be trusted. He keeps His promises just as He said. He welcomes our doubts because some still doubted. And He never leaves us for He is with us always. Even when faith feels shaky, Jesus remains faithful, powerful, and present.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>156 | How Do We Respond to the King?</title>
      <itunes:title>156 | How Do We Respond to the King?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin reminds Belay’ers that Jesus didn’t just enter Jerusalem as a teacher or miracle worker—He entered as King. Much like a soldier reporting for duty, Jesus fully stepped into His role, knowing what was ahead. Pastor Paul explores how we respond to King Jesus today: by surrendering our stuff, giving our worship, and fixing our eyes on Him. Jesus doesn’t want to control us—He invites us to willingly surrender everything because He’s a different kind of King. The question isn’t just “Is Jesus your Savior?” but “Is He your King?”<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin reminds Belay’ers that Jesus didn’t just enter Jerusalem as a teacher or miracle worker—He entered as King. Much like a soldier reporting for duty, Jesus fully stepped into His role, knowing what was ahead. Pastor Paul explores how we respond to King Jesus today: by surrendering our stuff, giving our worship, and fixing our eyes on Him. Jesus doesn’t want to control us—He invites us to willingly surrender everything because He’s a different kind of King. The question isn’t just “Is Jesus your Savior?” but “Is He your King?”<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Paul Durbin reminds Belay’ers that Jesus didn’t just enter Jerusalem as a teacher or miracle worker—He entered as King. Much like a soldier reporting for duty, Jesus fully stepped into His role, knowing what was ahead. Pastor Paul explores how we respond to King Jesus today: by surrendering our stuff, giving our worship, and fixing our eyes on Him. Jesus doesn’t want to control us—He invites us to willingly surrender everything because He’s a different kind of King. The question isn’t just “Is Jesus your Savior?” but “Is He your King?”<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>155 | Why Does Suffering Matter If God Is Good?</title>
      <itunes:title>155 | Why Does Suffering Matter If God Is Good?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly explores the intersection of apologetics and suffering—not as an abstract debate, but as an invitation into deeper relationship with God and others. He argues that the question "Why does a loving God allow suffering?" actually assumes inherent value, which points us back to the God who created us with dignity and worth. Christian reminds us that Jesus doesn't explain suffering away—He transforms it. And as Christ-followers, we are called to enter into the suffering of others, declaring their worth by our presence. This is the heart of a lived apologetic: not winning arguments, but reflecting the God who chose sacrificial love from the very beginning.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly explores the intersection of apologetics and suffering—not as an abstract debate, but as an invitation into deeper relationship with God and others. He argues that the question "Why does a loving God allow suffering?" actually assumes inherent value, which points us back to the God who created us with dignity and worth. Christian reminds us that Jesus doesn't explain suffering away—He transforms it. And as Christ-followers, we are called to enter into the suffering of others, declaring their worth by our presence. This is the heart of a lived apologetic: not winning arguments, but reflecting the God who chose sacrificial love from the very beginning.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly explores the intersection of apologetics and suffering—not as an abstract debate, but as an invitation into deeper relationship with God and others. He argues that the question "Why does a loving God allow suffering?" actually assumes inherent value, which points us back to the God who created us with dignity and worth. Christian reminds us that Jesus doesn't explain suffering away—He transforms it. And as Christ-followers, we are called to enter into the suffering of others, declaring their worth by our presence. This is the heart of a lived apologetic: not winning arguments, but reflecting the God who chose sacrificial love from the very beginning.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>154 | Where Are You on the Anchored Path?</title>
      <itunes:title>154 | Where Are You on the Anchored Path?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the "Anchored Stages"—an eight-stage journey that spells out the word ANCHORED. Using the life of the Apostle Paul as the primary example, Paul shows how each of us moves from being against God all the way to becoming a discipler of others. Whether you're just starting to ask questions about faith or you've been following Jesus for decades, this message invites you to honestly assess where you are—and take your next step forward.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the "Anchored Stages"—an eight-stage journey that spells out the word ANCHORED. Using the life of the Apostle Paul as the primary example, Paul shows how each of us moves from being against God all the way to becoming a discipler of others. Whether you're just starting to ask questions about faith or you've been following Jesus for decades, this message invites you to honestly assess where you are—and take your next step forward.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the "Anchored Stages"—an eight-stage journey that spells out the word ANCHORED. Using the life of the Apostle Paul as the primary example, Paul shows how each of us moves from being against God all the way to becoming a discipler of others. Whether you're just starting to ask questions about faith or you've been following Jesus for decades, this message invites you to honestly assess where you are—and take your next step forward.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>153 | What Kind of Prayer Are We Practicing?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin opens Luke 11 and shows that the disciples do not ask Jesus how to impress people, draw crowds, or do miracles—they ask Him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Pastor Paul calls Belay to grow in two simple but powerful kinds of prayer: direct prayer, where we come to God with praise, our needs, and the needs of others; and declarative prayer, where we rise from fellowship with God and speak His peace, provision, authority, and blessing into a broken world. The big idea is this: prayer is not just a private habit—it is a life of faith that brings us close to God and sends us out on mission.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin opens Luke 11 and shows that the disciples do not ask Jesus how to impress people, draw crowds, or do miracles—they ask Him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Pastor Paul calls Belay to grow in two simple but powerful kinds of prayer: direct prayer, where we come to God with praise, our needs, and the needs of others; and declarative prayer, where we rise from fellowship with God and speak His peace, provision, authority, and blessing into a broken world. The big idea is this: prayer is not just a private habit—it is a life of faith that brings us close to God and sends us out on mission.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin opens Luke 11 and shows that the disciples do not ask Jesus how to impress people, draw crowds, or do miracles—they ask Him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Pastor Paul calls Belay to grow in two simple but powerful kinds of prayer: direct prayer, where we come to God with praise, our needs, and the needs of others; and declarative prayer, where we rise from fellowship with God and speak His peace, provision, authority, and blessing into a broken world. The big idea is this: prayer is not just a private habit—it is a life of faith that brings us close to God and sends us out on mission.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>152 | Are You Living a Covenant Kind of Love?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up Belay’s “Relationship Ready” series with a compelling call into covenant love. Instead of settling for convenient or contractual relationships, he invites Belay’ers to embrace the high-risk, high-reward adventure of gritty, accountable community—modeled after Jesus’ unwavering faithfulness. Paul uses honest stories and real-life Scripture to show that covenant love isn’t just for marriages, but is the backbone of everyday Christian relationships. When we receive God’s faithful love, we’re set free to give it—especially when things get tough.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up Belay’s “Relationship Ready” series with a compelling call into covenant love. Instead of settling for convenient or contractual relationships, he invites Belay’ers to embrace the high-risk, high-reward adventure of gritty, accountable community—modeled after Jesus’ unwavering faithfulness. Paul uses honest stories and real-life Scripture to show that covenant love isn’t just for marriages, but is the backbone of everyday Christian relationships. When we receive God’s faithful love, we’re set free to give it—especially when things get tough.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up Belay’s “Relationship Ready” series with a compelling call into covenant love. Instead of settling for convenient or contractual relationships, he invites Belay’ers to embrace the high-risk, high-reward adventure of gritty, accountable community—modeled after Jesus’ unwavering faithfulness. Paul uses honest stories and real-life Scripture to show that covenant love isn’t just for marriages, but is the backbone of everyday Christian relationships. When we receive God’s faithful love, we’re set free to give it—especially when things get tough.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>151 | Are You Reaching Out With an Open Hand?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks through one of the most honest and hopeful topics in all of relationships — reconciliation. Using Romans 12:18 as the foundation, Paul defines reconciliation as moving toward an alienated relationship in gentleness and humility, hoping for peace, but knowing you cannot control the outcome. Through a short animated film and a simple but powerful matrix, Paul explores three tempting alternatives to real reconciliation — becoming cold, manipulative, or controlling — and calls Belay'ers back to the Jesus way: reaching out with an open hand. Because that's exactly what Jesus did for us.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks through one of the most honest and hopeful topics in all of relationships — reconciliation. Using Romans 12:18 as the foundation, Paul defines reconciliation as moving toward an alienated relationship in gentleness and humility, hoping for peace, but knowing you cannot control the outcome. Through a short animated film and a simple but powerful matrix, Paul explores three tempting alternatives to real reconciliation — becoming cold, manipulative, or controlling — and calls Belay'ers back to the Jesus way: reaching out with an open hand. Because that's exactly what Jesus did for us.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks through one of the most honest and hopeful topics in all of relationships — reconciliation. Using Romans 12:18 as the foundation, Paul defines reconciliation as moving toward an alienated relationship in gentleness and humility, hoping for peace, but knowing you cannot control the outcome. Through a short animated film and a simple but powerful matrix, Paul explores three tempting alternatives to real reconciliation — becoming cold, manipulative, or controlling — and calls Belay'ers back to the Jesus way: reaching out with an open hand. Because that's exactly what Jesus did for us.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>150 | Who Started It? (Doesn't Actually Matter)</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Jesus’s clear, practical steps for Christlike conflict resolution—and lovingly dismantles our excuses for avoiding tough conversations. Whether you’re the one who caused harm or the one who’s hurting, Scripture calls us to be the peacemakers. Pulling from Matthew 5 and Matthew 18, Paul outlines Jesus’ four-step process and contrasts it with how the world typically handles conflict (hint: we tend to do it backwards). Through humor, wisdom, and even a personal story about someone who went from critic to biggest supporter, this message is a timely call to courage, reconciliation, and living differently in a culture that cancels far too quickly.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Jesus’s clear, practical steps for Christlike conflict resolution—and lovingly dismantles our excuses for avoiding tough conversations. Whether you’re the one who caused harm or the one who’s hurting, Scripture calls us to be the peacemakers. Pulling from Matthew 5 and Matthew 18, Paul outlines Jesus’ four-step process and contrasts it with how the world typically handles conflict (hint: we tend to do it backwards). Through humor, wisdom, and even a personal story about someone who went from critic to biggest supporter, this message is a timely call to courage, reconciliation, and living differently in a culture that cancels far too quickly.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through Jesus’s clear, practical steps for Christlike conflict resolution—and lovingly dismantles our excuses for avoiding tough conversations. Whether you’re the one who caused harm or the one who’s hurting, Scripture calls us to be the peacemakers. Pulling from Matthew 5 and Matthew 18, Paul outlines Jesus’ four-step process and contrasts it with how the world typically handles conflict (hint: we tend to do it backwards). Through humor, wisdom, and even a personal story about someone who went from critic to biggest supporter, this message is a timely call to courage, reconciliation, and living differently in a culture that cancels far too quickly.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>149 | Can I Be Candid?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin challenges us to speak with “Christ-like candor”—where our words carry both truth and love. Pulling from Ephesians 4:15, we’re reminded that real growth happens when we communicate with kind clarity. In a world where people swing between coddling, cruelty, and caustic comments, Jesus invites us to be different. This teaching gives us a blueprint for having hard conversations well—including how to speak up when it would be easier to stay silent, and how to speak kindly when it would be easier to just “drop the truth.” It’s part of our Relationship Repair series, and it’s all about becoming people who bless others with our words.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin challenges us to speak with “Christ-like candor”—where our words carry both truth and love. Pulling from Ephesians 4:15, we’re reminded that real growth happens when we communicate with kind clarity. In a world where people swing between coddling, cruelty, and caustic comments, Jesus invites us to be different. This teaching gives us a blueprint for having hard conversations well—including how to speak up when it would be easier to stay silent, and how to speak kindly when it would be easier to just “drop the truth.” It’s part of our Relationship Repair series, and it’s all about becoming people who bless others with our words.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin challenges us to speak with “Christ-like candor”—where our words carry both truth and love. Pulling from Ephesians 4:15, we’re reminded that real growth happens when we communicate with kind clarity. In a world where people swing between coddling, cruelty, and caustic comments, Jesus invites us to be different. This teaching gives us a blueprint for having hard conversations well—including how to speak up when it would be easier to stay silent, and how to speak kindly when it would be easier to just “drop the truth.” It’s part of our Relationship Repair series, and it’s all about becoming people who bless others with our words.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>148 | What Happens When You Say "Yes" to God?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful testimony message, Paul and Patty Durbin share the remarkable story of how God called them from Beijing, China to Boulder, Colorado to start a church. From unexpected dreams to middle-of-the-night confirmations, to TV movies, kid’s drawings, and even a talking fish—this message is filled with moments that reveal just how personal and persistent God can be when He's leading us into something new. Through it all, Paul and Patty remind us that when we delight in the Lord, He not only gives us new desires—He plants them inside us. And when we follow His lead, He takes care of the details.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful testimony message, Paul and Patty Durbin share the remarkable story of how God called them from Beijing, China to Boulder, Colorado to start a church. From unexpected dreams to middle-of-the-night confirmations, to TV movies, kid’s drawings, and even a talking fish—this message is filled with moments that reveal just how personal and persistent God can be when He's leading us into something new. Through it all, Paul and Patty remind us that when we delight in the Lord, He not only gives us new desires—He plants them inside us. And when we follow His lead, He takes care of the details.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful testimony message, Paul and Patty Durbin share the remarkable story of how God called them from Beijing, China to Boulder, Colorado to start a church. From unexpected dreams to middle-of-the-night confirmations, to TV movies, kid’s drawings, and even a talking fish—this message is filled with moments that reveal just how personal and persistent God can be when He's leading us into something new. Through it all, Paul and Patty remind us that when we delight in the Lord, He not only gives us new desires—He plants them inside us. And when we follow His lead, He takes care of the details.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>147 | Why Is Saying “I’m Sorry” So Hard?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This week at Belay, Pastor Paul Durbin continues our “Relationship Repair” series by unpacking the power of repentance. Building on last week’s message on forgiveness, Paul tackles what it means to take ownership when we’re the ones who messed up. Using stories like Zacchaeus, the Corinthians, King Saul, and the Prodigal Son, we’re reminded that true repentance isn’t just about feeling bad—it’s heartfelt sorrow that leads to real change. Whether we’ve been sitting in shame, living defensively, or just quietly complying to avoid conflict, God invites us to come clean and come close—to Him and to each other. Real healing starts with real repentance.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This week at Belay, Pastor Paul Durbin continues our “Relationship Repair” series by unpacking the power of repentance. Building on last week’s message on forgiveness, Paul tackles what it means to take ownership when we’re the ones who messed up. Using stories like Zacchaeus, the Corinthians, King Saul, and the Prodigal Son, we’re reminded that true repentance isn’t just about feeling bad—it’s heartfelt sorrow that leads to real change. Whether we’ve been sitting in shame, living defensively, or just quietly complying to avoid conflict, God invites us to come clean and come close—to Him and to each other. Real healing starts with real repentance.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week at Belay, Pastor Paul Durbin continues our “Relationship Repair” series by unpacking the power of repentance. Building on last week’s message on forgiveness, Paul tackles what it means to take ownership when we’re the ones who messed up. Using stories like Zacchaeus, the Corinthians, King Saul, and the Prodigal Son, we’re reminded that true repentance isn’t just about feeling bad—it’s heartfelt sorrow that leads to real change. Whether we’ve been sitting in shame, living defensively, or just quietly complying to avoid conflict, God invites us to come clean and come close—to Him and to each other. Real healing starts with real repentance.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>146 | What Is Forgiveness, and How Can I Do It?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the deep, messy work of forgiveness through the lens of Jesus’ parable in Matthew 18. Using real-life stories, biblical teaching, and a practical heart-posture matrix, Paul reminds us that forgiveness isn’t about keeping tally—it’s about living free. Forgiveness means canceling the debt and keeping our hearts open, even when trust is broken or repayment never comes. It’s not easy, but it reflects the massive mercy God has shown us. Whether you’re ready to forgive or still healing, this teaching will help you take your next step toward peace and freedom.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the deep, messy work of forgiveness through the lens of Jesus’ parable in Matthew 18. Using real-life stories, biblical teaching, and a practical heart-posture matrix, Paul reminds us that forgiveness isn’t about keeping tally—it’s about living free. Forgiveness means canceling the debt and keeping our hearts open, even when trust is broken or repayment never comes. It’s not easy, but it reflects the massive mercy God has shown us. Whether you’re ready to forgive or still healing, this teaching will help you take your next step toward peace and freedom.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the deep, messy work of forgiveness through the lens of Jesus’ parable in Matthew 18. Using real-life stories, biblical teaching, and a practical heart-posture matrix, Paul reminds us that forgiveness isn’t about keeping tally—it’s about living free. Forgiveness means canceling the debt and keeping our hearts open, even when trust is broken or repayment never comes. It’s not easy, but it reflects the massive mercy God has shown us. Whether you’re ready to forgive or still healing, this teaching will help you take your next step toward peace and freedom.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>145 | How Can We See God's Guidance?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, guest Michi Sigloch shares a powerful and personal story of how God guided his family through a season of major life decisions—leaving a job, coming to Boulder, and stepping into the unknown. Through Scripture and story, Michi shows that God is always speaking and leading, even when the way forward isn't clear. From Israel's pillar of cloud, to the voice of the Good Shepherd, to the quiet nudging of the Holy Spirit, God's guidance is available to every believer willing to pause, listen, and trust. This is a message for anyone standing at a crossroads and wanting to know: how do I follow God here?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, guest Michi Sigloch shares a powerful and personal story of how God guided his family through a season of major life decisions—leaving a job, coming to Boulder, and stepping into the unknown. Through Scripture and story, Michi shows that God is always speaking and leading, even when the way forward isn't clear. From Israel's pillar of cloud, to the voice of the Good Shepherd, to the quiet nudging of the Holy Spirit, God's guidance is available to every believer willing to pause, listen, and trust. This is a message for anyone standing at a crossroads and wanting to know: how do I follow God here?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, guest Michi Sigloch shares a powerful and personal story of how God guided his family through a season of major life decisions—leaving a job, coming to Boulder, and stepping into the unknown. Through Scripture and story, Michi shows that God is always speaking and leading, even when the way forward isn't clear. From Israel's pillar of cloud, to the voice of the Good Shepherd, to the quiet nudging of the Holy Spirit, God's guidance is available to every believer willing to pause, listen, and trust. This is a message for anyone standing at a crossroads and wanting to know: how do I follow God here?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>144 | Is It Ok if I Get Some Rest?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2026 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin presses pause on our relationship series to ask a simple but deeply spiritual question: “Is it okay if I get some rest?” Drawing from Genesis, Exodus, the Gospels, and Acts, Paul shows that rest isn’t just allowed—it’s actually the first spiritual discipline God teaches His people. From Adam’s very first day on Earth to the early Church in Acts, rest is a rhythm that reveals trust, identity, and God’s invitation for deeper connection. You’ll walk away with practical ways to make rest a regular rhythm this year—and be reminded that you are not a slave, but a son or daughter who can truly trust your Father.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin presses pause on our relationship series to ask a simple but deeply spiritual question: “Is it okay if I get some rest?” Drawing from Genesis, Exodus, the Gospels, and Acts, Paul shows that rest isn’t just allowed—it’s actually the first spiritual discipline God teaches His people. From Adam’s very first day on Earth to the early Church in Acts, rest is a rhythm that reveals trust, identity, and God’s invitation for deeper connection. You’ll walk away with practical ways to make rest a regular rhythm this year—and be reminded that you are not a slave, but a son or daughter who can truly trust your Father.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin presses pause on our relationship series to ask a simple but deeply spiritual question: “Is it okay if I get some rest?” Drawing from Genesis, Exodus, the Gospels, and Acts, Paul shows that rest isn’t just allowed—it’s actually the first spiritual discipline God teaches His people. From Adam’s very first day on Earth to the early Church in Acts, rest is a rhythm that reveals trust, identity, and God’s invitation for deeper connection. You’ll walk away with practical ways to make rest a regular rhythm this year—and be reminded that you are not a slave, but a son or daughter who can truly trust your Father.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>143 | What Is Mercy, and How Do I Show It?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks one of the most underrated gifts we can give in relationships: mercy. Using a birthday-ticket story that turned into an unexpected encounter with grace, Paul guides Belay’ers through a biblical lens of undeserved kindness. Mercy isn't earned or deserved—and yet it's what God extends toward every single one of us through Jesus. This teaching looks at how we can reflect that same mercy in our closest relationships, even when it's hard. Through Scripture, real-life honesty, and a quadrant model, we learn to avoid manipulation, punishment, and bribery—and instead become people defined by compassion. Mercy changes everything.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks one of the most underrated gifts we can give in relationships: mercy. Using a birthday-ticket story that turned into an unexpected encounter with grace, Paul guides Belay’ers through a biblical lens of undeserved kindness. Mercy isn't earned or deserved—and yet it's what God extends toward every single one of us through Jesus. This teaching looks at how we can reflect that same mercy in our closest relationships, even when it's hard. Through Scripture, real-life honesty, and a quadrant model, we learn to avoid manipulation, punishment, and bribery—and instead become people defined by compassion. Mercy changes everything.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks one of the most underrated gifts we can give in relationships: mercy. Using a birthday-ticket story that turned into an unexpected encounter with grace, Paul guides Belay’ers through a biblical lens of undeserved kindness. Mercy isn't earned or deserved—and yet it's what God extends toward every single one of us through Jesus. This teaching looks at how we can reflect that same mercy in our closest relationships, even when it's hard. Through Scripture, real-life honesty, and a quadrant model, we learn to avoid manipulation, punishment, and bribery—and instead become people defined by compassion. Mercy changes everything.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>142 | What is trust, and how do I develop it?</title>
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      <title>141 | What is Listening, and how do we do it?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin continues the series “Relationship Gifts” by exploring the second gift: listening. Drawing from Scripture and the Christmas story, Paul describes listening as showing up with full presence and genuine curiosity in our relationships—with others and with God. Through examples like Mary and Martha, Simeon, Anna, and even King Herod, we see how powerful—or absent—listening can be. Listening isn’t just a skill; it’s a gift that communicates love, connection, and honor. And the same God who listens to us, invites us to tune in to His voice and the people He’s placed in our lives.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin continues the series “Relationship Gifts” by exploring the second gift: listening. Drawing from Scripture and the Christmas story, Paul describes listening as showing up with full presence and genuine curiosity in our relationships—with others and with God. Through examples like Mary and Martha, Simeon, Anna, and even King Herod, we see how powerful—or absent—listening can be. Listening isn’t just a skill; it’s a gift that communicates love, connection, and honor. And the same God who listens to us, invites us to tune in to His voice and the people He’s placed in our lives.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin continues the series “Relationship Gifts” by exploring the second gift: listening. Drawing from Scripture and the Christmas story, Paul describes listening as showing up with full presence and genuine curiosity in our relationships—with others and with God. Through examples like Mary and Martha, Simeon, Anna, and even King Herod, we see how powerful—or absent—listening can be. Listening isn’t just a skill; it’s a gift that communicates love, connection, and honor. And the same God who listens to us, invites us to tune in to His voice and the people He’s placed in our lives.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>140 | What is honor, and how do I express it?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off a new teaching series called “Relationship Gifts.” Each message will focus on a practical, biblical skill that can become a powerful gift we give others. This week, we start with honor. Pastor Paul unpacks what honor means through Scripture, a beloved Christmas song (“Little Drummer Boy”), and a powerful framework exploring how we value and act toward others. He challenges us to recognize God's assigned value in every person—and to align our actions with that value. True honor is costly, but it reflects the heart of Jesus, who honored us with His very life.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off a new teaching series called “Relationship Gifts.” Each message will focus on a practical, biblical skill that can become a powerful gift we give others. This week, we start with honor. Pastor Paul unpacks what honor means through Scripture, a beloved Christmas song (“Little Drummer Boy”), and a powerful framework exploring how we value and act toward others. He challenges us to recognize God's assigned value in every person—and to align our actions with that value. True honor is costly, but it reflects the heart of Jesus, who honored us with His very life.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off a new teaching series called “Relationship Gifts.” Each message will focus on a practical, biblical skill that can become a powerful gift we give others. This week, we start with honor. Pastor Paul unpacks what honor means through Scripture, a beloved Christmas song (“Little Drummer Boy”), and a powerful framework exploring how we value and act toward others. He challenges us to recognize God's assigned value in every person—and to align our actions with that value. True honor is costly, but it reflects the heart of Jesus, who honored us with His very life.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>139 | If God Is Good, Why Is There Suffering?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[As we step into the Christmas season, Christian Braly opens a thoughtful and heartfelt conversation around one of life’s hardest questions: If God is good, why is there suffering? Drawing from his personal story, Scripture, and a deep understanding of value and meaning, Christian invites Belay’ers to see suffering not as a contradiction to God’s goodness, but as something that actually reveals our deep need for Him. This message builds a foundation rooted in the truth that God does not ignore pain—He enters it. And when we choose to be present with those who suffer, we reflect the light and love of Jesus more than clever answers ever could.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[As we step into the Christmas season, Christian Braly opens a thoughtful and heartfelt conversation around one of life’s hardest questions: If God is good, why is there suffering? Drawing from his personal story, Scripture, and a deep understanding of value and meaning, Christian invites Belay’ers to see suffering not as a contradiction to God’s goodness, but as something that actually reveals our deep need for Him. This message builds a foundation rooted in the truth that God does not ignore pain—He enters it. And when we choose to be present with those who suffer, we reflect the light and love of Jesus more than clever answers ever could.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As we step into the Christmas season, Christian Braly opens a thoughtful and heartfelt conversation around one of life’s hardest questions: If God is good, why is there suffering? Drawing from his personal story, Scripture, and a deep understanding of value and meaning, Christian invites Belay’ers to see suffering not as a contradiction to God’s goodness, but as something that actually reveals our deep need for Him. This message builds a foundation rooted in the truth that God does not ignore pain—He enters it. And when we choose to be present with those who suffer, we reflect the light and love of Jesus more than clever answers ever could.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>138 | Do your resources have room?</title>
      <itunes:title>138 | Do your resources have room?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>137 | What are the colors of conversation?</title>
      <itunes:title>137 | What are the colors of conversation?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful message drawn from the final chapters of his book, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through the radical generosity of the Good Samaritan and a call to spiritual multiplication. Using six practical resources—testimony, temperature, talent, time, treasure, and ties—Paul challenges us to create space in our everyday lives to help others become more like Christ. But it doesn’t end there. In the final chapter, we see that the journey of transformation is only complete when we help someone else take the same path. This is what it means to live "on belay"—to not only grow in Christ, but guide others to do the same.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>136 | Is there space at your table?</title>
      <itunes:title>136 | Is there space at your table?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it means to create “space at the table” as part of following Jesus and living On Belay. By looking at three tables—His table, our table, and their table—we're invited to see how meals are more than just food. They are ministry. Jesus used meals as a way to express belonging, connection, and transformation, and we're called to do the same. Whether we're receiving what He offers, inviting people into our home, or accepting an invitation into someone else’s life, there’s power in simply showing up and sharing a meal. This message is an invitation to imitate Jesus in the way we gather, serve, and love others—right at the table.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it means to create “space at the table” as part of following Jesus and living On Belay. By looking at three tables—His table, our table, and their table—we're invited to see how meals are more than just food. They are ministry. Jesus used meals as a way to express belonging, connection, and transformation, and we're called to do the same. Whether we're receiving what He offers, inviting people into our home, or accepting an invitation into someone else’s life, there’s power in simply showing up and sharing a meal. This message is an invitation to imitate Jesus in the way we gather, serve, and love others—right at the table.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it means to create “space at the table” as part of following Jesus and living On Belay. By looking at three tables—His table, our table, and their table—we're invited to see how meals are more than just food. They are ministry. Jesus used meals as a way to express belonging, connection, and transformation, and we're called to do the same. Whether we're receiving what He offers, inviting people into our home, or accepting an invitation into someone else’s life, there’s power in simply showing up and sharing a meal. This message is an invitation to imitate Jesus in the way we gather, serve, and love others—right at the table.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>135 | Are You Worshiping in Living Color?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful message, guest speaker Ben Brown invites Belay'ers to embrace “Living Color Worship”—a deeper, more vibrant way of connecting with God. Drawing from Revelation 4 and 5, Ben paints a stunning picture of worship in heaven, where unity, intimacy, and endurance define the ongoing response to who God is and what He’s done. Worship isn’t just a moment—it’s a posture, a lifestyle, a lifeline. Whether you’re musically gifted or not, God wants your voice, your heart, and your presence in worship. You'll come away inspired to step beyond a black-and-white experience of worship into the full color of heaven’s song.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful message, guest speaker Ben Brown invites Belay'ers to embrace “Living Color Worship”—a deeper, more vibrant way of connecting with God. Drawing from Revelation 4 and 5, Ben paints a stunning picture of worship in heaven, where unity, intimacy, and endurance define the ongoing response to who God is and what He’s done. Worship isn’t just a moment—it’s a posture, a lifestyle, a lifeline. Whether you’re musically gifted or not, God wants your voice, your heart, and your presence in worship. You'll come away inspired to step beyond a black-and-white experience of worship into the full color of heaven’s song.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful message, guest speaker Ben Brown invites Belay'ers to embrace “Living Color Worship”—a deeper, more vibrant way of connecting with God. Drawing from Revelation 4 and 5, Ben paints a stunning picture of worship in heaven, where unity, intimacy, and endurance define the ongoing response to who God is and what He’s done. Worship isn’t just a moment—it’s a posture, a lifestyle, a lifeline. Whether you’re musically gifted or not, God wants your voice, your heart, and your presence in worship. You'll come away inspired to step beyond a black-and-white experience of worship into the full color of heaven’s song.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>134 | The Shape of Belaying</title>
      <itunes:title>134 | The Shape of Belaying</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin invites us into the final movement of spiritual formation: Belay—living on mission with Jesus. In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit speaks today, not only through Scripture, but personally and powerfully in our lives. Paul shares a personal story of inner healing and shows how listening prayer can transform even our most painful memories. We learn that the Spirit and the Word always work together—bringing both comfort and calling. The shape of Belaying takes form as a dove (the Spirit), an open Bible (the Word), and an arrow (being sent). This message calls us to listen, heal, and step boldly into the mission God has for us<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin invites us into the final movement of spiritual formation: Belay—living on mission with Jesus. In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit speaks today, not only through Scripture, but personally and powerfully in our lives. Paul shares a personal story of inner healing and shows how listening prayer can transform even our most painful memories. We learn that the Spirit and the Word always work together—bringing both comfort and calling. The shape of Belaying takes form as a dove (the Spirit), an open Bible (the Word), and an arrow (being sent). This message calls us to listen, heal, and step boldly into the mission God has for us<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin invites us into the final movement of spiritual formation: Belay—living on mission with Jesus. In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit speaks today, not only through Scripture, but personally and powerfully in our lives. Paul shares a personal story of inner healing and shows how listening prayer can transform even our most painful memories. We learn that the Spirit and the Word always work together—bringing both comfort and calling. The shape of Belaying takes form as a dove (the Spirit), an open Bible (the Word), and an arrow (being sent). This message calls us to listen, heal, and step boldly into the mission God has for us<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>133 | What Happens When You've Been Raised?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it truly means to be “raised with Christ.” Using the final word in our four-part journey (Repent, Faith, Buried, and now Raised), Paul walks us through a personal and deeply scriptural understanding of our new identity in Christ. Through heartfelt stories and solid Bible truth, we explore each letter in the word RAISED: Relationship, Authority, Inheritance, Sainthood, Embark on Mission, and Disciple Others. You weren’t just saved from something—you’ve been raised for something.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it truly means to be “raised with Christ.” Using the final word in our four-part journey (Repent, Faith, Buried, and now Raised), Paul walks us through a personal and deeply scriptural understanding of our new identity in Christ. Through heartfelt stories and solid Bible truth, we explore each letter in the word RAISED: Relationship, Authority, Inheritance, Sainthood, Embark on Mission, and Disciple Others. You weren’t just saved from something—you’ve been raised for something.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Durbin unpacks what it truly means to be “raised with Christ.” Using the final word in our four-part journey (Repent, Faith, Buried, and now Raised), Paul walks us through a personal and deeply scriptural understanding of our new identity in Christ. Through heartfelt stories and solid Bible truth, we explore each letter in the word RAISED: Relationship, Authority, Inheritance, Sainthood, Embark on Mission, and Disciple Others. You weren’t just saved from something—you’ve been raised for something.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>132 | What Needs to Be Buried?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 5 Oct 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin began a study of the Becoming anchor of our Belong → Believe → Become → Belay series by focusing on baptism—a sacred act that marks the moment we go under with Christ in death and rise with Him into new life. This week’s teaching, drawn from Chapters 11 and 12 of Paul’s upcoming book, paints baptism not as a water event, but as a burial. Every time someone is baptized—whether in a Chinese mountain stream or a modest apartment bathroom—they’re declaring that brokenness, unforgiveness, sin, shame, and deception are being buried in the tomb of Christ. This message will challenge you to look at what needs to stay buried… so you can fully become who God has made you to be.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin began a study of the Becoming anchor of our Belong → Believe → Become → Belay series by focusing on baptism—a sacred act that marks the moment we go under with Christ in death and rise with Him into new life. This week’s teaching, drawn from Chapters 11 and 12 of Paul’s upcoming book, paints baptism not as a water event, but as a burial. Every time someone is baptized—whether in a Chinese mountain stream or a modest apartment bathroom—they’re declaring that brokenness, unforgiveness, sin, shame, and deception are being buried in the tomb of Christ. This message will challenge you to look at what needs to stay buried… so you can fully become who God has made you to be.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin began a study of the Becoming anchor of our Belong → Believe → Become → Belay series by focusing on baptism—a sacred act that marks the moment we go under with Christ in death and rise with Him into new life. This week’s teaching, drawn from Chapters 11 and 12 of Paul’s upcoming book, paints baptism not as a water event, but as a burial. Every time someone is baptized—whether in a Chinese mountain stream or a modest apartment bathroom—they’re declaring that brokenness, unforgiveness, sin, shame, and deception are being buried in the tomb of Christ. This message will challenge you to look at what needs to stay buried… so you can fully become who God has made you to be.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>131 | What Is Real Faith?</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what it really means to believe in Jesus—more than just head knowledge, but a transformational and embodied faith. Using the acronym FAITH, we explores how true faith is Factual, Actual, If you confess, Together with actions, and Habitual. Real faith moves from our head to our heart, flows out of our mouths, shows up in our hands, and carries us forward with our feet. Drawing on powerful imagery from the coffee roasting process, Paul reminded us that while roasting and grinding may not be pleasant, it’s all part of the transformation toward something beautiful. The question for each of us is: Has our belief moved beyond facts into full-bodied faith?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what it really means to believe in Jesus—more than just head knowledge, but a transformational and embodied faith. Using the acronym FAITH, we explores how true faith is Factual, Actual, If you confess, Together with actions, and Habitual. Real faith moves from our head to our heart, flows out of our mouths, shows up in our hands, and carries us forward with our feet. Drawing on powerful imagery from the coffee roasting process, Paul reminded us that while roasting and grinding may not be pleasant, it’s all part of the transformation toward something beautiful. The question for each of us is: Has our belief moved beyond facts into full-bodied faith?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin walks us through what it really means to believe in Jesus—more than just head knowledge, but a transformational and embodied faith. Using the acronym FAITH, we explores how true faith is Factual, Actual, If you confess, Together with actions, and Habitual. Real faith moves from our head to our heart, flows out of our mouths, shows up in our hands, and carries us forward with our feet. Drawing on powerful imagery from the coffee roasting process, Paul reminded us that while roasting and grinding may not be pleasant, it’s all part of the transformation toward something beautiful. The question for each of us is: Has our belief moved beyond facts into full-bodied faith?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>130 | What Does It Really Mean to Believe?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks through Chapter 7 & 8 of his upcoming book, inviting us to understand biblical belief—not just as agreeing with spiritual facts, but as a surrendering of the heart. Through a story about a young couple in China and the “Four Spiritual Truths,” we see how belief begins with relationship, is built on Jesus’ sacrifice, and calls us to respond with real repentance and active trust. This teaching helps us slow down and consider: where am I in the journey—and what’s holding me back from believing?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks through Chapter 7 & 8 of his upcoming book, inviting us to understand biblical belief—not just as agreeing with spiritual facts, but as a surrendering of the heart. Through a story about a young couple in China and the “Four Spiritual Truths,” we see how belief begins with relationship, is built on Jesus’ sacrifice, and calls us to respond with real repentance and active trust. This teaching helps us slow down and consider: where am I in the journey—and what’s holding me back from believing?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks through Chapter 7 & 8 of his upcoming book, inviting us to understand biblical belief—not just as agreeing with spiritual facts, but as a surrendering of the heart. Through a story about a young couple in China and the “Four Spiritual Truths,” we see how belief begins with relationship, is built on Jesus’ sacrifice, and calls us to respond with real repentance and active trust. This teaching helps us slow down and consider: where am I in the journey—and what’s holding me back from believing?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>128 | What If We've Got the Rhythm Backward?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[What if church hasn’t just lost people—but lost the rhythm of Jesus? In this unique and personal message, Pastor Paul Durbin shares the first chapters of a book he’s begun writing, challenging the flawed rhythm many churches have followed for years: “Believe, Behave, Belong, Be Seated.” Instead, he invites us to rediscover the life-giving rhythm we see in Jesus: “Belong, Believe, Become, Belay.” With stories from his own life—and from Scripture—Paul urges us to wake up to the love of God that started before we even noticed. It’s a love that says, “You belong right where you are”—not after you’ve got it all figured out.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What if church hasn’t just lost people—but lost the rhythm of Jesus? In this unique and personal message, Pastor Paul Durbin shares the first chapters of a book he’s begun writing, challenging the flawed rhythm many churches have followed for years: “Believe, Behave, Belong, Be Seated.” Instead, he invites us to rediscover the life-giving rhythm we see in Jesus: “Belong, Believe, Become, Belay.” With stories from his own life—and from Scripture—Paul urges us to wake up to the love of God that started before we even noticed. It’s a love that says, “You belong right where you are”—not after you’ve got it all figured out.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if church hasn’t just lost people—but lost the rhythm of Jesus? In this unique and personal message, Pastor Paul Durbin shares the first chapters of a book he’s begun writing, challenging the flawed rhythm many churches have followed for years: “Believe, Behave, Belong, Be Seated.” Instead, he invites us to rediscover the life-giving rhythm we see in Jesus: “Belong, Believe, Become, Belay.” With stories from his own life—and from Scripture—Paul urges us to wake up to the love of God that started before we even noticed. It’s a love that says, “You belong right where you are”—not after you’ve got it all figured out.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>129 | What if you belong?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this week’s reading of Paul’s book, he takes us deeper into what it really means to belong—not as a reward for our behavior or beliefs, but as a starting point. Through stories of the rich young ruler, the woman at the well, and Nicodemus, we see how Jesus consistently led with love before challenge. Belonging isn’t just a strategy—it’s God’s original design. And it’s not vague and sentimental either. It’s table-shaped and rooted in Scripture—from the prodigal son to a late-night Pharisee meeting. Jesus invites us into a love that goes first, that looks us in the eyes, and that sets the table long before we’ve cleaned ourselves up.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this week’s reading of Paul’s book, he takes us deeper into what it really means to belong—not as a reward for our behavior or beliefs, but as a starting point. Through stories of the rich young ruler, the woman at the well, and Nicodemus, we see how Jesus consistently led with love before challenge. Belonging isn’t just a strategy—it’s God’s original design. And it’s not vague and sentimental either. It’s table-shaped and rooted in Scripture—from the prodigal son to a late-night Pharisee meeting. Jesus invites us into a love that goes first, that looks us in the eyes, and that sets the table long before we’ve cleaned ourselves up.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this week’s reading of Paul’s book, he takes us deeper into what it really means to belong—not as a reward for our behavior or beliefs, but as a starting point. Through stories of the rich young ruler, the woman at the well, and Nicodemus, we see how Jesus consistently led with love before challenge. Belonging isn’t just a strategy—it’s God’s original design. And it’s not vague and sentimental either. It’s table-shaped and rooted in Scripture—from the prodigal son to a late-night Pharisee meeting. Jesus invites us into a love that goes first, that looks us in the eyes, and that sets the table long before we’ve cleaned ourselves up.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>127 | What did we learn at Alongside?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this special message, Paul and Patty Durbin reflect on a powerful three-week sabbatical they spent at Alongside—a retreat for pastors and missionaries. Together, they share honest, heartfelt takeaways about emotional health, God’s presence in pain, the power of attunement, and the freedom we have in how we respond to our past. Pastor Paul emphasizes that while we don’t always get answers, God always gives us a response—His face turned toward us in love, peace, and comfort. This message reminds us that transformation comes through awareness, connection, and choosing health even in hardship.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this special message, Paul and Patty Durbin reflect on a powerful three-week sabbatical they spent at Alongside—a retreat for pastors and missionaries. Together, they share honest, heartfelt takeaways about emotional health, God’s presence in pain, the power of attunement, and the freedom we have in how we respond to our past. Pastor Paul emphasizes that while we don’t always get answers, God always gives us a response—His face turned toward us in love, peace, and comfort. This message reminds us that transformation comes through awareness, connection, and choosing health even in hardship.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this special message, Paul and Patty Durbin reflect on a powerful three-week sabbatical they spent at Alongside—a retreat for pastors and missionaries. Together, they share honest, heartfelt takeaways about emotional health, God’s presence in pain, the power of attunement, and the freedom we have in how we respond to our past. Pastor Paul emphasizes that while we don’t always get answers, God always gives us a response—His face turned toward us in love, peace, and comfort. This message reminds us that transformation comes through awareness, connection, and choosing health even in hardship.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>126 | If Christ is transforming me, where will it show?</title>
      <itunes:title>126 | If Christ is transforming me, where will it show?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up our journey through Ephesians by asking a powerful question: If Christ is really transforming me, where will it start to show? Just like Clint Eastwood’s character in Gran Torino went from bitter and hateful to selfless and sacrificial, the Apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to championing the Church. That’s what real transformation looks like. In Ephesians 6, Paul outlines three specific areas where Jesus-centered change begins to show up in our lives: our relationships with others, our spiritual walk, and our prayer life. This message is a practical, clear invitation to live a Spirit-empowered life where transformation becomes visible, not just internal.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up our journey through Ephesians by asking a powerful question: If Christ is really transforming me, where will it start to show? Just like Clint Eastwood’s character in Gran Torino went from bitter and hateful to selfless and sacrificial, the Apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to championing the Church. That’s what real transformation looks like. In Ephesians 6, Paul outlines three specific areas where Jesus-centered change begins to show up in our lives: our relationships with others, our spiritual walk, and our prayer life. This message is a practical, clear invitation to live a Spirit-empowered life where transformation becomes visible, not just internal.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up our journey through Ephesians by asking a powerful question: If Christ is really transforming me, where will it start to show? Just like Clint Eastwood’s character in Gran Torino went from bitter and hateful to selfless and sacrificial, the Apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to championing the Church. That’s what real transformation looks like. In Ephesians 6, Paul outlines three specific areas where Jesus-centered change begins to show up in our lives: our relationships with others, our spiritual walk, and our prayer life. This message is a practical, clear invitation to live a Spirit-empowered life where transformation becomes visible, not just internal.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>123 | What Are You Rooted In?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Christian Braly walked us through Ephesians 3, showing how Paul’s letter confronts the false powers of a spiritually confused world—starting with the cult of Artemis in ancient Ephesus and landing in our own lives today. Paul reminds us that all authority, identity, and power are found in Jesus alone. We aren’t just spectators; we are the very ones God has chosen to show His wisdom to the world—and even to the spiritual powers beyond it. The church (that’s us!) is the expression of God’s victory over darkness. So the big question becomes: What are you rooted in? And is Christ really enough?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Christian Braly walked us through Ephesians 3, showing how Paul’s letter confronts the false powers of a spiritually confused world—starting with the cult of Artemis in ancient Ephesus and landing in our own lives today. Paul reminds us that all authority, identity, and power are found in Jesus alone. We aren’t just spectators; we are the very ones God has chosen to show His wisdom to the world—and even to the spiritual powers beyond it. The church (that’s us!) is the expression of God’s victory over darkness. So the big question becomes: What are you rooted in? And is Christ really enough?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this week’s message, Christian Braly walked us through Ephesians 3, showing how Paul’s letter confronts the false powers of a spiritually confused world—starting with the cult of Artemis in ancient Ephesus and landing in our own lives today. Paul reminds us that all authority, identity, and power are found in Jesus alone. We aren’t just spectators; we are the very ones God has chosen to show His wisdom to the world—and even to the spiritual powers beyond it. The church (that’s us!) is the expression of God’s victory over darkness. So the big question becomes: What are you rooted in? And is Christ really enough?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>124 | What Does It Mean to Be an “Alive” Church?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Kevan Ho continues our Rooted in Christ series with a deep dive into Ephesians 4, unpacking how the “alive” church in Ephesus started, and what Paul’s instruction to that church means for us today. He lays out a clear picture: we are called not just to individual salvation, but to maturity and transformation in Christ—together. We grow when we speak the truth in love, walk in grace-filled obedience, and commit to building up the body of Christ. This message invites Belay’ers to reflect on areas of spiritual immaturity and to reframe transformation as something we pursue, not just receive.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kevan Ho continues our Rooted in Christ series with a deep dive into Ephesians 4, unpacking how the “alive” church in Ephesus started, and what Paul’s instruction to that church means for us today. He lays out a clear picture: we are called not just to individual salvation, but to maturity and transformation in Christ—together. We grow when we speak the truth in love, walk in grace-filled obedience, and commit to building up the body of Christ. This message invites Belay’ers to reflect on areas of spiritual immaturity and to reframe transformation as something we pursue, not just receive.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kevan Ho continues our Rooted in Christ series with a deep dive into Ephesians 4, unpacking how the “alive” church in Ephesus started, and what Paul’s instruction to that church means for us today. He lays out a clear picture: we are called not just to individual salvation, but to maturity and transformation in Christ—together. We grow when we speak the truth in love, walk in grace-filled obedience, and commit to building up the body of Christ. This message invites Belay’ers to reflect on areas of spiritual immaturity and to reframe transformation as something we pursue, not just receive.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>125 | What Does It Mean to Walk in Love?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly walks us through one of the most theologically rich and culture-confronting chapters in Ephesians. With humility and clarity, Christian unpacks what it really means to walk in love, walk in light, and walk in reverence. He contrasts biblical love with cultural definitions and challenges us to live as children of light—imitating Christ, embracing holiness, and letting our lives bear witness to the power and presence of God. Whether you’re single or married, wrestling or strong in faith, this is an invitation to live our true identity in Christ...without shame, but with intentional grace.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly walks us through one of the most theologically rich and culture-confronting chapters in Ephesians. With humility and clarity, Christian unpacks what it really means to walk in love, walk in light, and walk in reverence. He contrasts biblical love with cultural definitions and challenges us to live as children of light—imitating Christ, embracing holiness, and letting our lives bear witness to the power and presence of God. Whether you’re single or married, wrestling or strong in faith, this is an invitation to live our true identity in Christ...without shame, but with intentional grace.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly walks us through one of the most theologically rich and culture-confronting chapters in Ephesians. With humility and clarity, Christian unpacks what it really means to walk in love, walk in light, and walk in reverence. He contrasts biblical love with cultural definitions and challenges us to live as children of light—imitating Christ, embracing holiness, and letting our lives bear witness to the power and presence of God. Whether you’re single or married, wrestling or strong in faith, this is an invitation to live our true identity in Christ...without shame, but with intentional grace.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>122 | Can You Believe Who God Made You to Be?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[When you look at your life, do you ever wonder what God sees? In this message from Belay’s “Rooted in Christ” series, Greg Seymour walks us through Ephesians 2 and gives us both the hard truth and the stunning hope of the gospel. We were dead in sin. But God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ—and not just as individuals, but as a new family. Greg unpacks what it means to go from spiritual death to life, from outsider to insider, from rebellion to purpose. This message will leave you humbled, grateful, and re-centered on who you are in Jesus.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[When you look at your life, do you ever wonder what God sees? In this message from Belay’s “Rooted in Christ” series, Greg Seymour walks us through Ephesians 2 and gives us both the hard truth and the stunning hope of the gospel. We were dead in sin. But God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ—and not just as individuals, but as a new family. Greg unpacks what it means to go from spiritual death to life, from outsider to insider, from rebellion to purpose. This message will leave you humbled, grateful, and re-centered on who you are in Jesus.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[When you look at your life, do you ever wonder what God sees? In this message from Belay’s “Rooted in Christ” series, Greg Seymour walks us through Ephesians 2 and gives us both the hard truth and the stunning hope of the gospel. We were dead in sin. But God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ—and not just as individuals, but as a new family. Greg unpacks what it means to go from spiritual death to life, from outsider to insider, from rebellion to purpose. This message will leave you humbled, grateful, and re-centered on who you are in Jesus.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>121 | What Does It Mean to Be Rooted in Christ?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 6 Jul 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this kickoff message to our “Ephesians: Rooted in Christ” series, Daniel Ziesing draws a connection between spiritual growth and plant growth—from photosynthesis and germination to pruning and purpose. Teaching from Ephesians 1, Daniel helps us see the “wealth” of blessings we have in Christ: forgiveness, the Spirit, and the hope of eternity. Using sun, soil, and water as a parable for faith, Scripture, and community, he challenges us not to become complacent in these gifts—but to stay rooted in God’s love and continue growing as individuals and as a church.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this kickoff message to our “Ephesians: Rooted in Christ” series, Daniel Ziesing draws a connection between spiritual growth and plant growth—from photosynthesis and germination to pruning and purpose. Teaching from Ephesians 1, Daniel helps us see the “wealth” of blessings we have in Christ: forgiveness, the Spirit, and the hope of eternity. Using sun, soil, and water as a parable for faith, Scripture, and community, he challenges us not to become complacent in these gifts—but to stay rooted in God’s love and continue growing as individuals and as a church.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this kickoff message to our “Ephesians: Rooted in Christ” series, Daniel Ziesing draws a connection between spiritual growth and plant growth—from photosynthesis and germination to pruning and purpose. Teaching from Ephesians 1, Daniel helps us see the “wealth” of blessings we have in Christ: forgiveness, the Spirit, and the hope of eternity. Using sun, soil, and water as a parable for faith, Scripture, and community, he challenges us not to become complacent in these gifts—but to stay rooted in God’s love and continue growing as individuals and as a church.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>120 |  What Holds Joy Together?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this final week of the Philippians series, Pastor Paul Durbin walked us through the last chapter of Paul's letter—and showed us five “joy activators” that help joy stick in our lives. Much like epoxy resin needs an activator to become strong, unshakable joy requires certain relational and spiritual postures to hold together. Paul highlights five: relational unity, genuine trust, selective focus, letting others in, and confident faith. When we live these out, our lives become stabilized by the joy of Jesus—no matter what our circumstances look like.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this final week of the Philippians series, Pastor Paul Durbin walked us through the last chapter of Paul's letter—and showed us five “joy activators” that help joy stick in our lives. Much like epoxy resin needs an activator to become strong, unshakable joy requires certain relational and spiritual postures to hold together. Paul highlights five: relational unity, genuine trust, selective focus, letting others in, and confident faith. When we live these out, our lives become stabilized by the joy of Jesus—no matter what our circumstances look like.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this final week of the Philippians series, Pastor Paul Durbin walked us through the last chapter of Paul's letter—and showed us five “joy activators” that help joy stick in our lives. Much like epoxy resin needs an activator to become strong, unshakable joy requires certain relational and spiritual postures to hold together. Paul highlights five: relational unity, genuine trust, selective focus, letting others in, and confident faith. When we live these out, our lives become stabilized by the joy of Jesus—no matter what our circumstances look like.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>119 | What Does Joy Prioritize?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores Philippians 3 to show how unshakable joy flows from what we choose to prioritize. Just as Paul counts everything as loss compared to knowing Christ, we’re invited to value what really matters—truth over lies, Jesus over everything, faith over works, the future over our past, and eternity over the temporary. This joy-centered value system isn't hypothetical—it’s deeply practical and transformative for how we live, think, and stay anchored in joy no matter what comes.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores Philippians 3 to show how unshakable joy flows from what we choose to prioritize. Just as Paul counts everything as loss compared to knowing Christ, we’re invited to value what really matters—truth over lies, Jesus over everything, faith over works, the future over our past, and eternity over the temporary. This joy-centered value system isn't hypothetical—it’s deeply practical and transformative for how we live, think, and stay anchored in joy no matter what comes.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores Philippians 3 to show how unshakable joy flows from what we choose to prioritize. Just as Paul counts everything as loss compared to knowing Christ, we’re invited to value what really matters—truth over lies, Jesus over everything, faith over works, the future over our past, and eternity over the temporary. This joy-centered value system isn't hypothetical—it’s deeply practical and transformative for how we live, think, and stay anchored in joy no matter what comes.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>118 | What Roads Does Joy Take?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Joy isn’t just something we receive—it’s something we choose. In Philippians 2, Paul shows us a surprising and powerful truth: unshakable joy grows in the lives of people who walk the same humble road Jesus did. In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks five unexpected roads that joy takes: the Others Road, the Humble Road, the Grateful Road, the Proven Road, and the Hospitable Road. These are not the well-traveled paths of our culture—but they are the ones that lead to real joy.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Joy isn’t just something we receive—it’s something we choose. In Philippians 2, Paul shows us a surprising and powerful truth: unshakable joy grows in the lives of people who walk the same humble road Jesus did. In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks five unexpected roads that joy takes: the Others Road, the Humble Road, the Grateful Road, the Proven Road, and the Hospitable Road. These are not the well-traveled paths of our culture—but they are the ones that lead to real joy.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Joy isn’t just something we receive—it’s something we choose. In Philippians 2, Paul shows us a surprising and powerful truth: unshakable joy grows in the lives of people who walk the same humble road Jesus did. In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks five unexpected roads that joy takes: the Others Road, the Humble Road, the Grateful Road, the Proven Road, and the Hospitable Road. These are not the well-traveled paths of our culture—but they are the ones that lead to real joy.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>117 | What is Joy's Foundation?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 8 Jun 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[When life gets messy or uncertain, real joy can start to feel out of reach. But according to Scripture, joy was never meant to be dependent on circumstances in the first place. In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off our Unshakable Joy series by exploring the first chapter of Philippians—a letter written from prison—and showing how joy is a learned, practiced way of life rooted in something deeper. Using the Apostle Paul’s words and example, we identify five foundational stones for unshakable joy: People, Perspective, Prayer, Perseverance, and Practices.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[When life gets messy or uncertain, real joy can start to feel out of reach. But according to Scripture, joy was never meant to be dependent on circumstances in the first place. In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off our Unshakable Joy series by exploring the first chapter of Philippians—a letter written from prison—and showing how joy is a learned, practiced way of life rooted in something deeper. Using the Apostle Paul’s words and example, we identify five foundational stones for unshakable joy: People, Perspective, Prayer, Perseverance, and Practices.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[When life gets messy or uncertain, real joy can start to feel out of reach. But according to Scripture, joy was never meant to be dependent on circumstances in the first place. In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off our Unshakable Joy series by exploring the first chapter of Philippians—a letter written from prison—and showing how joy is a learned, practiced way of life rooted in something deeper. Using the Apostle Paul’s words and example, we identify five foundational stones for unshakable joy: People, Perspective, Prayer, Perseverance, and Practices.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>116 | What do we do when the enemy speaks?</title>
      <itunes:title>116 | What do we do when the enemy speaks?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 1 Jun 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Spiritual warfare often feels dramatic in movies, but in real life it’s usually subtle—and deeply personal. In this final message of the series, Christian Braly teaches us how to stand our ground when the enemy speaks. Through Scripture, mental health insight, and real-life stories, we’re reminded that the battle is real, but so is the victory we have in Christ. The enemy’s greatest weapons are deception and division, but when we stay grounded in truth and pursue relationship with God and one another, we don’t just resist—we overcome.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Spiritual warfare often feels dramatic in movies, but in real life it’s usually subtle—and deeply personal. In this final message of the series, Christian Braly teaches us how to stand our ground when the enemy speaks. Through Scripture, mental health insight, and real-life stories, we’re reminded that the battle is real, but so is the victory we have in Christ. The enemy’s greatest weapons are deception and division, but when we stay grounded in truth and pursue relationship with God and one another, we don’t just resist—we overcome.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Spiritual warfare often feels dramatic in movies, but in real life it’s usually subtle—and deeply personal. In this final message of the series, Christian Braly teaches us how to stand our ground when the enemy speaks. Through Scripture, mental health insight, and real-life stories, we’re reminded that the battle is real, but so is the victory we have in Christ. The enemy’s greatest weapons are deception and division, but when we stay grounded in truth and pursue relationship with God and one another, we don’t just resist—we overcome.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>115 | How do I break my agreement with deception?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we ask: “How do I break my agreement with deception?” Through Joshua’s misstep with the Gibeonites, David’s repentance, and Paul’s encouragement to walk in truth, we explore four practical steps: 1) Invite God to reveal deception, 2) Own your misalignment, 3) Replace lies with truth, and 4) Keep walking in the truth daily. God has so much to give us—but we need to stay aligned with His truth to inherit it.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we ask: “How do I break my agreement with deception?” Through Joshua’s misstep with the Gibeonites, David’s repentance, and Paul’s encouragement to walk in truth, we explore four practical steps: 1) Invite God to reveal deception, 2) Own your misalignment, 3) Replace lies with truth, and 4) Keep walking in the truth daily. God has so much to give us—but we need to stay aligned with His truth to inherit it.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we ask: “How do I break my agreement with deception?” Through Joshua’s misstep with the Gibeonites, David’s repentance, and Paul’s encouragement to walk in truth, we explore four practical steps: 1) Invite God to reveal deception, 2) Own your misalignment, 3) Replace lies with truth, and 4) Keep walking in the truth daily. God has so much to give us—but we need to stay aligned with His truth to inherit it.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>114 | Do You Care About Truth &amp; Deception?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the often overlooked battleground of our own hearts in spiritual warfare. Rather than spotlighting the demonic, Christian explores how deception and self-deception take root when we stop caring about truth. Using 1 Kings 22 and other key scripture, he unpacks the dangerous patterns of gaslighting, the comfort of false narratives, and the spiritual cost of protecting pride instead of pursuing truth. The message challenges us to choose vulnerability over image, repentance over rationalizing, and pursuit of truth over personal preference.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the often overlooked battleground of our own hearts in spiritual warfare. Rather than spotlighting the demonic, Christian explores how deception and self-deception take root when we stop caring about truth. Using 1 Kings 22 and other key scripture, he unpacks the dangerous patterns of gaslighting, the comfort of false narratives, and the spiritual cost of protecting pride instead of pursuing truth. The message challenges us to choose vulnerability over image, repentance over rationalizing, and pursuit of truth over personal preference.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the often overlooked battleground of our own hearts in spiritual warfare. Rather than spotlighting the demonic, Christian explores how deception and self-deception take root when we stop caring about truth. Using 1 Kings 22 and other key scripture, he unpacks the dangerous patterns of gaslighting, the comfort of false narratives, and the spiritual cost of protecting pride instead of pursuing truth. The message challenges us to choose vulnerability over image, repentance over rationalizing, and pursuit of truth over personal preference.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>113 | What Is God’s Heart for Women?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Andrew Sisk, we explore God’s heart for His daughters. We reflect on the creation of Eve, why God called her a “helper,” and how that title is powerful, not subservient. The sermon compares God’s empowering love with the enemy’s deceptive lies. Through the story of the woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8), we see God restore dignity, peace, and identity. This message also challenges men to reflect Christ in how they treat women and invites both men and women to turn from false power to real healing found in Jesus.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Andrew Sisk, we explore God’s heart for His daughters. We reflect on the creation of Eve, why God called her a “helper,” and how that title is powerful, not subservient. The sermon compares God’s empowering love with the enemy’s deceptive lies. Through the story of the woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8), we see God restore dignity, peace, and identity. This message also challenges men to reflect Christ in how they treat women and invites both men and women to turn from false power to real healing found in Jesus.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Andrew Sisk, we explore God’s heart for His daughters. We reflect on the creation of Eve, why God called her a “helper,” and how that title is powerful, not subservient. The sermon compares God’s empowering love with the enemy’s deceptive lies. Through the story of the woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8), we see God restore dignity, peace, and identity. This message also challenges men to reflect Christ in how they treat women and invites both men and women to turn from false power to real healing found in Jesus.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>112 | What Are the Symptoms of Deception?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 4 May 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we learn Rule #2 of spiritual warfare: There Are Symptoms of Deception. Paul walks through five specific warning signs that we might be drifting away from truth—including resisting correction, justifying sin, preferring confirmation over conviction, craving flattery, and avoiding truth-speaking community. God’s Word provides not just the diagnosis, but also the treatment: humility, honesty, Scripture, community, etc. This message helps every Belay’er recognize the battle for truth in our lives—and how to stay grounded in Jesus.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we learn Rule #2 of spiritual warfare: There Are Symptoms of Deception. Paul walks through five specific warning signs that we might be drifting away from truth—including resisting correction, justifying sin, preferring confirmation over conviction, craving flattery, and avoiding truth-speaking community. God’s Word provides not just the diagnosis, but also the treatment: humility, honesty, Scripture, community, etc. This message helps every Belay’er recognize the battle for truth in our lives—and how to stay grounded in Jesus.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we learn Rule #2 of spiritual warfare: There Are Symptoms of Deception. Paul walks through five specific warning signs that we might be drifting away from truth—including resisting correction, justifying sin, preferring confirmation over conviction, craving flattery, and avoiding truth-speaking community. God’s Word provides not just the diagnosis, but also the treatment: humility, honesty, Scripture, community, etc. This message helps every Belay’er recognize the battle for truth in our lives—and how to stay grounded in Jesus.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>111 | What is Spiritual Warfare?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the messy, real-world nature of spiritual warfare. He shows us that the fight isn’t just against demonic forces “out there,” but also against deception and broken thinking within ourselves. Our culture, our wounds, and even our relationships can open the door to deception when we're not grounded in truth. Through scripture and personal stories, Christian walks us through the first key rule of spiritual warfare—acknowledge that you can be deceived. <br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the messy, real-world nature of spiritual warfare. He shows us that the fight isn’t just against demonic forces “out there,” but also against deception and broken thinking within ourselves. Our culture, our wounds, and even our relationships can open the door to deception when we're not grounded in truth. Through scripture and personal stories, Christian walks us through the first key rule of spiritual warfare—acknowledge that you can be deceived. <br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the messy, real-world nature of spiritual warfare. He shows us that the fight isn’t just against demonic forces “out there,” but also against deception and broken thinking within ourselves. Our culture, our wounds, and even our relationships can open the door to deception when we're not grounded in truth. Through scripture and personal stories, Christian walks us through the first key rule of spiritual warfare—acknowledge that you can be deceived. <br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>110 | What does the  resurrection declare?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Dick Brogden, we explore the profound truth that the resurrection of Jesus is not just an event to remember—it's the cornerstone of our faith and mission. Dick walks us through three powerful declarations: Christ has risen (the proof of His deity), we shall rise (our personal hope), and the nations shall rise (our global responsibility). With striking illustrations and heartfelt application, this message invites us to live in resurrection power right now—over sin, shame, fear, and defeat—and to extend that victory to the ends of the earth.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Dick Brogden, we explore the profound truth that the resurrection of Jesus is not just an event to remember—it's the cornerstone of our faith and mission. Dick walks us through three powerful declarations: Christ has risen (the proof of His deity), we shall rise (our personal hope), and the nations shall rise (our global responsibility). With striking illustrations and heartfelt application, this message invites us to live in resurrection power right now—over sin, shame, fear, and defeat—and to extend that victory to the ends of the earth.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Dick Brogden, we explore the profound truth that the resurrection of Jesus is not just an event to remember—it's the cornerstone of our faith and mission. Dick walks us through three powerful declarations: Christ has risen (the proof of His deity), we shall rise (our personal hope), and the nations shall rise (our global responsibility). With striking illustrations and heartfelt application, this message invites us to live in resurrection power right now—over sin, shame, fear, and defeat—and to extend that victory to the ends of the earth.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>109 | What questions should I ask during Passion Week?</title>
      <itunes:title>109 | What questions should I ask during Passion Week?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we're invited to walk through Passion Week by asking five honest, soul-searching questions from Matthew 27. This chapter gives us a front-row seat to Jesus’ final hours before the resurrection. Paul uses the stories of Judas, Pilate, Barabbas, and others to help us reflect on forgiveness, identity, responsibility, salvation, and new life. Each question is designed to help Belay'ers walk more closely with Jesus during Easter—and really every day.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we're invited to walk through Passion Week by asking five honest, soul-searching questions from Matthew 27. This chapter gives us a front-row seat to Jesus’ final hours before the resurrection. Paul uses the stories of Judas, Pilate, Barabbas, and others to help us reflect on forgiveness, identity, responsibility, salvation, and new life. Each question is designed to help Belay'ers walk more closely with Jesus during Easter—and really every day.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we're invited to walk through Passion Week by asking five honest, soul-searching questions from Matthew 27. This chapter gives us a front-row seat to Jesus’ final hours before the resurrection. Paul uses the stories of Judas, Pilate, Barabbas, and others to help us reflect on forgiveness, identity, responsibility, salvation, and new life. Each question is designed to help Belay'ers walk more closely with Jesus during Easter—and really every day.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>108 | What stories will be told in memory of you?</title>
      <itunes:title>108 | What stories will be told in memory of you?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 6 Apr 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we take a deep dive into the powerful events of Matthew 26. But rather than just observing the actions of Judas, Peter, or the unnamed woman with perfume, Paul asks one piercing question: “What stories will be told in memory of you?” Through three contrasting stories—Missing It (Judas), Living in Fear (Peter), and Absolute Surrender (the woman)—we're invited to ask what kind of story we're living today. The challenge is simple, but weighty: live a story worth remembering for eternity.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we take a deep dive into the powerful events of Matthew 26. But rather than just observing the actions of Judas, Peter, or the unnamed woman with perfume, Paul asks one piercing question: “What stories will be told in memory of you?” Through three contrasting stories—Missing It (Judas), Living in Fear (Peter), and Absolute Surrender (the woman)—we're invited to ask what kind of story we're living today. The challenge is simple, but weighty: live a story worth remembering for eternity.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we take a deep dive into the powerful events of Matthew 26. But rather than just observing the actions of Judas, Peter, or the unnamed woman with perfume, Paul asks one piercing question: “What stories will be told in memory of you?” Through three contrasting stories—Missing It (Judas), Living in Fear (Peter), and Absolute Surrender (the woman)—we're invited to ask what kind of story we're living today. The challenge is simple, but weighty: live a story worth remembering for eternity.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>107 | Are You Living Ready?</title>
      <itunes:title>107 | Are You Living Ready?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we walk through Matthew 25 and explore what it looks like to “live ready” for Christ’s return. Through the parables of the ten virgins, the talents, and the sheep and the goats, Zack reminds us that living ready means depending on the Holy Spirit, being faithful with what God has entrusted to us, and living outward—serving and loving others. This message challenges us to examine our lives: Are we full of oil (the Spirit)? Are we growing in fruitfulness? And are we loving the “least of these”?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we walk through Matthew 25 and explore what it looks like to “live ready” for Christ’s return. Through the parables of the ten virgins, the talents, and the sheep and the goats, Zack reminds us that living ready means depending on the Holy Spirit, being faithful with what God has entrusted to us, and living outward—serving and loving others. This message challenges us to examine our lives: Are we full of oil (the Spirit)? Are we growing in fruitfulness? And are we loving the “least of these”?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we walk through Matthew 25 and explore what it looks like to “live ready” for Christ’s return. Through the parables of the ten virgins, the talents, and the sheep and the goats, Zack reminds us that living ready means depending on the Holy Spirit, being faithful with what God has entrusted to us, and living outward—serving and loving others. This message challenges us to examine our lives: Are we full of oil (the Spirit)? Are we growing in fruitfulness? And are we loving the “least of these”?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>106 | What does Jesus want us to know about the end times?</title>
      <itunes:title>106 | What does Jesus want us to know about the end times?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Jesus’ teaching about the end times from Matthew 24. While we often focus on signs and dates, Jesus redirects our attention to faithfulness, recognizing deception, and staying mission-focused. He warns that many will be misled, and culture will push against godly living—but His followers must stand firm, preach the gospel, and live prepared. Instead of obsessing over when the world will end, Jesus calls us to fix our eyes on Him and be ready at all times. The key question for us isn’t “when?” but “how should we live in light of His return?”<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Jesus’ teaching about the end times from Matthew 24. While we often focus on signs and dates, Jesus redirects our attention to faithfulness, recognizing deception, and staying mission-focused. He warns that many will be misled, and culture will push against godly living—but His followers must stand firm, preach the gospel, and live prepared. Instead of obsessing over when the world will end, Jesus calls us to fix our eyes on Him and be ready at all times. The key question for us isn’t “when?” but “how should we live in light of His return?”<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Jesus’ teaching about the end times from Matthew 24. While we often focus on signs and dates, Jesus redirects our attention to faithfulness, recognizing deception, and staying mission-focused. He warns that many will be misled, and culture will push against godly living—but His followers must stand firm, preach the gospel, and live prepared. Instead of obsessing over when the world will end, Jesus calls us to fix our eyes on Him and be ready at all times. The key question for us isn’t “when?” but “how should we live in light of His return?”<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>105 | What makes Jesus angry?</title>
      <itunes:title>105 | What makes Jesus angry?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Patty Durbin explores Matthew 23, where Jesus delivers one of  His final public teachings—a fiery and passionate rebuke of religious hypocrisy. Like a protective mama bear, Jesus calls out the Pharisees for placing heavy burdens on people while refusing to lift a finger to help. He warns against valuing appearances over true heart transformation. With seven powerful "woes," Jesus shows His deep love for people by confronting legalism and inviting them into real relationship with Him. The message ends with a call to self-examination, repentance, and an invitation to walk in authentic, humble faith.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Patty Durbin explores Matthew 23, where Jesus delivers one of  His final public teachings—a fiery and passionate rebuke of religious hypocrisy. Like a protective mama bear, Jesus calls out the Pharisees for placing heavy burdens on people while refusing to lift a finger to help. He warns against valuing appearances over true heart transformation. With seven powerful "woes," Jesus shows His deep love for people by confronting legalism and inviting them into real relationship with Him. The message ends with a call to self-examination, repentance, and an invitation to walk in authentic, humble faith.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Patty Durbin explores Matthew 23, where Jesus delivers one of  His final public teachings—a fiery and passionate rebuke of religious hypocrisy. Like a protective mama bear, Jesus calls out the Pharisees for placing heavy burdens on people while refusing to lift a finger to help. He warns against valuing appearances over true heart transformation. With seven powerful "woes," Jesus shows His deep love for people by confronting legalism and inviting them into real relationship with Him. The message ends with a call to self-examination, repentance, and an invitation to walk in authentic, humble faith.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>104 | Can I make it any clearer?</title>
      <itunes:title>104 | Can I make it any clearer?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 9 Mar 2025 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Matthew 22, where the Sadducees, Pharisees, and Jesus himself all seek clarity on big theological questions. The Sadducees denied the resurrection, believing all God's rewards were in this life, while the Pharisees rigidly clung to rule-keeping. Jesus, however, makes things crystal clear: there is life after death, life is about loving God and people, and He is no ordinary man—He is Lord. This message challenges us to cut through the noise and live with clear, biblical priorities.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Matthew 22, where the Sadducees, Pharisees, and Jesus himself all seek clarity on big theological questions. The Sadducees denied the resurrection, believing all God's rewards were in this life, while the Pharisees rigidly clung to rule-keeping. Jesus, however, makes things crystal clear: there is life after death, life is about loving God and people, and He is no ordinary man—He is Lord. This message challenges us to cut through the noise and live with clear, biblical priorities.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Matthew 22, where the Sadducees, Pharisees, and Jesus himself all seek clarity on big theological questions. The Sadducees denied the resurrection, believing all God's rewards were in this life, while the Pharisees rigidly clung to rule-keeping. Jesus, however, makes things crystal clear: there is life after death, life is about loving God and people, and He is no ordinary man—He is Lord. This message challenges us to cut through the noise and live with clear, biblical priorities.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>103 | How can we make it to the banquet?</title>
      <itunes:title>103 | How can we make it to the banquet?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 2 Mar 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin unpacks Jesus’s parable of the wedding banquet (Matthew 22) and its powerful implications for our faith. Jesus describes a king inviting people to a great feast, but many ignore or reject the invitation. In response, the king opens the invitation to everyone—symbolizing God’s grace extended to all people. Paul emphasizes three vital steps in responding to God’s invitation: (1) Acknowledge the invitation—recognize God’s call to us; (2) Wear the right clothes—accept Christ’s righteousness instead of relying on our own efforts; (3) Declare your allegiance—choose to live fully for Jesus. The message challenges us to consider: Are we truly ready for the banquet?<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin unpacks Jesus’s parable of the wedding banquet (Matthew 22) and its powerful implications for our faith. Jesus describes a king inviting people to a great feast, but many ignore or reject the invitation. In response, the king opens the invitation to everyone—symbolizing God’s grace extended to all people. Paul emphasizes three vital steps in responding to God’s invitation: (1) Acknowledge the invitation—recognize God’s call to us; (2) Wear the right clothes—accept Christ’s righteousness instead of relying on our own efforts; (3) Declare your allegiance—choose to live fully for Jesus. The message challenges us to consider: Are we truly ready for the banquet?<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin unpacks Jesus’s parable of the wedding banquet (Matthew 22) and its powerful implications for our faith. Jesus describes a king inviting people to a great feast, but many ignore or reject the invitation. In response, the king opens the invitation to everyone—symbolizing God’s grace extended to all people. Paul emphasizes three vital steps in responding to God’s invitation: (1) Acknowledge the invitation—recognize God’s call to us; (2) Wear the right clothes—accept Christ’s righteousness instead of relying on our own efforts; (3) Declare your allegiance—choose to live fully for Jesus. The message challenges us to consider: Are we truly ready for the banquet?<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>102 | What Gives You the Authority?</title>
      <itunes:title>102 | What Gives You the Authority?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore the idea of spiritual authority. Many of us unknowingly give authority to the enemy by listening to his lies instead of walking in the authority God has given us. Matthew 21 shows us that true authority comes from aligning with God in three ways: (1) aligning with His Word—knowing it and living it out, (2) aligning with His heart—trusting His goodness and intentions, and (3) aligning with His Son—fully surrendering to Jesus. When we live in these alignments, we walk in confidence, pray with boldness, and stand firm against the enemy’s attempts to push us around.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore the idea of spiritual authority. Many of us unknowingly give authority to the enemy by listening to his lies instead of walking in the authority God has given us. Matthew 21 shows us that true authority comes from aligning with God in three ways: (1) aligning with His Word—knowing it and living it out, (2) aligning with His heart—trusting His goodness and intentions, and (3) aligning with His Son—fully surrendering to Jesus. When we live in these alignments, we walk in confidence, pray with boldness, and stand firm against the enemy’s attempts to push us around.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore the idea of spiritual authority. Many of us unknowingly give authority to the enemy by listening to his lies instead of walking in the authority God has given us. Matthew 21 shows us that true authority comes from aligning with God in three ways: (1) aligning with His Word—knowing it and living it out, (2) aligning with His heart—trusting His goodness and intentions, and (3) aligning with His Son—fully surrendering to Jesus. When we live in these alignments, we walk in confidence, pray with boldness, and stand firm against the enemy’s attempts to push us around.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>101 | What does a house for the nations look like?</title>
      <itunes:title>101 | What does a house for the nations look like?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we explore Jesus' triumphant entry, His cleansing of the temple, and His warning to remain fruitful. Jesus arrives not as a conquering king on a horse but humbly on a donkey—yet He comes with authority. When He sees the temple filled with greed instead of prayer, He overturns tables because God's house was meant to be a place for all nations. Jesus then curses a fig tree with no fruit, symbolizing a warning to those who claim faith but lack life change. The challenge? To be people who pray for the nations, bear spiritual fruit, and disciple others in following Christ.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we explore Jesus' triumphant entry, His cleansing of the temple, and His warning to remain fruitful. Jesus arrives not as a conquering king on a horse but humbly on a donkey—yet He comes with authority. When He sees the temple filled with greed instead of prayer, He overturns tables because God's house was meant to be a place for all nations. Jesus then curses a fig tree with no fruit, symbolizing a warning to those who claim faith but lack life change. The challenge? To be people who pray for the nations, bear spiritual fruit, and disciple others in following Christ.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Zack Brogden, we explore Jesus' triumphant entry, His cleansing of the temple, and His warning to remain fruitful. Jesus arrives not as a conquering king on a horse but humbly on a donkey—yet He comes with authority. When He sees the temple filled with greed instead of prayer, He overturns tables because God's house was meant to be a place for all nations. Jesus then curses a fig tree with no fruit, symbolizing a warning to those who claim faith but lack life change. The challenge? To be people who pray for the nations, bear spiritual fruit, and disciple others in following Christ.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>100 | What do you expect?</title>
      <itunes:title>100 | What do you expect?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 9 Feb 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore expectations—our assumptions about life, fairness, success, and God. Matthew 20 highlights various perspectives: workers expecting fair pay, disciples expecting earthly power, and blind men expecting mercy. Jesus reveals that human expectations often fall short of God's kingdom realities. Paul walks us through three unhealthy expectations (Life will be fair according to me, Things will go as I plan, and Success always moves "up and to the right") and one healthy expectation (God will always extend mercy). The challenge is to surrender unmet expectations and trust in God’s grace and mercy.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore expectations—our assumptions about life, fairness, success, and God. Matthew 20 highlights various perspectives: workers expecting fair pay, disciples expecting earthly power, and blind men expecting mercy. Jesus reveals that human expectations often fall short of God's kingdom realities. Paul walks us through three unhealthy expectations (Life will be fair according to me, Things will go as I plan, and Success always moves "up and to the right") and one healthy expectation (God will always extend mercy). The challenge is to surrender unmet expectations and trust in God’s grace and mercy.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore expectations—our assumptions about life, fairness, success, and God. Matthew 20 highlights various perspectives: workers expecting fair pay, disciples expecting earthly power, and blind men expecting mercy. Jesus reveals that human expectations often fall short of God's kingdom realities. Paul walks us through three unhealthy expectations (Life will be fair according to me, Things will go as I plan, and Success always moves "up and to the right") and one healthy expectation (God will always extend mercy). The challenge is to surrender unmet expectations and trust in God’s grace and mercy.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>099 | How can I have eternal life?</title>
      <itunes:title>099 | How can I have eternal life?</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 2 Feb 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore Jesus’s conversation in Matthew 19 with a rich young man asking, “What must I do to get eternal life?” The young man’s story reveals two things that don’t work for achieving eternal life: our own goodness and accomplishments. Jesus redirects him—and us—toward two essential truths: eternal life is only possible through God’s provision in Jesus, and it requires total surrender to God. Working harder or being better won’t get us there. Only dependence on Jesus, coupled with surrendering our own solutions and self-reliance, brings us into eternal life with the loving God who created us.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore Jesus’s conversation in Matthew 19 with a rich young man asking, “What must I do to get eternal life?” The young man’s story reveals two things that don’t work for achieving eternal life: our own goodness and accomplishments. Jesus redirects him—and us—toward two essential truths: eternal life is only possible through God’s provision in Jesus, and it requires total surrender to God. Working harder or being better won’t get us there. Only dependence on Jesus, coupled with surrendering our own solutions and self-reliance, brings us into eternal life with the loving God who created us.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore Jesus’s conversation in Matthew 19 with a rich young man asking, “What must I do to get eternal life?” The young man’s story reveals two things that don’t work for achieving eternal life: our own goodness and accomplishments. Jesus redirects him—and us—toward two essential truths: eternal life is only possible through God’s provision in Jesus, and it requires total surrender to God. Working harder or being better won’t get us there. Only dependence on Jesus, coupled with surrendering our own solutions and self-reliance, brings us into eternal life with the loving God who created us.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>098 | What makes a marriage covenant  unique?</title>
      <itunes:title>098 | What makes a marriage covenant  unique?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin explores Jesus’s teaching in Matthew 19 about the beauty of covenant relationships, particularly marriage. Jesus emphasizes that marriage is a union God glues and yokes together, modeled after His relationship with His people through the New Covenant. While humanity often defaults to substitutes like casual, contract-based, or “committed”  relationships, these fall short of God’s design and lead to pain and brokenness. True covenant relationships, like marriage, embrace hard work, mutual support, and a commitment rooted in God’s grace rather than conditional love. This passage reminds us of God’s everlasting covenant with His people, offering us a model for grace, forgiveness, and unity in our marriages, church, and community.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin explores Jesus’s teaching in Matthew 19 about the beauty of covenant relationships, particularly marriage. Jesus emphasizes that marriage is a union God glues and yokes together, modeled after His relationship with His people through the New Covenant. While humanity often defaults to substitutes like casual, contract-based, or “committed”  relationships, these fall short of God’s design and lead to pain and brokenness. True covenant relationships, like marriage, embrace hard work, mutual support, and a commitment rooted in God’s grace rather than conditional love. This passage reminds us of God’s everlasting covenant with His people, offering us a model for grace, forgiveness, and unity in our marriages, church, and community.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin explores Jesus’s teaching in Matthew 19 about the beauty of covenant relationships, particularly marriage. Jesus emphasizes that marriage is a union God glues and yokes together, modeled after His relationship with His people through the New Covenant. While humanity often defaults to substitutes like casual, contract-based, or “committed”  relationships, these fall short of God’s design and lead to pain and brokenness. True covenant relationships, like marriage, embrace hard work, mutual support, and a commitment rooted in God’s grace rather than conditional love. This passage reminds us of God’s everlasting covenant with His people, offering us a model for grace, forgiveness, and unity in our marriages, church, and community.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>097 | How can I forgive?</title>
      <itunes:title>097 | How can I forgive?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we explore Jesus’s teachings from Matthew 18 on how forgiveness and reconciliation are at the heart of God's kingdom. As image bearers of God, we are called to reflect His love and character by addressing offenses directly, forgiving as God forgives, and pursuing restoration in relationships. Christian reminds us of the radical nature of forgiveness—modeled by Jesus on the cross—and how it enables us to overcome sin and relational brokenness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse sin but manifests God’s grace, restores dignity, and brings unity among His people. This is the journey we’re invited into as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we explore Jesus’s teachings from Matthew 18 on how forgiveness and reconciliation are at the heart of God's kingdom. As image bearers of God, we are called to reflect His love and character by addressing offenses directly, forgiving as God forgives, and pursuing restoration in relationships. Christian reminds us of the radical nature of forgiveness—modeled by Jesus on the cross—and how it enables us to overcome sin and relational brokenness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse sin but manifests God’s grace, restores dignity, and brings unity among His people. This is the journey we’re invited into as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Christian Braly, we explore Jesus’s teachings from Matthew 18 on how forgiveness and reconciliation are at the heart of God's kingdom. As image bearers of God, we are called to reflect His love and character by addressing offenses directly, forgiving as God forgives, and pursuing restoration in relationships. Christian reminds us of the radical nature of forgiveness—modeled by Jesus on the cross—and how it enables us to overcome sin and relational brokenness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse sin but manifests God’s grace, restores dignity, and brings unity among His people. This is the journey we’re invited into as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>096 | What is true Greatness?</title>
      <itunes:title>096 | What is true Greatness?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Kevan Ho, we explore two deeply intertwined themes from Matthew 18: our **hunger for greatness** and the **Father’s heart** for His children. Jesus redefines greatness as humility, surrender, and God-dependence, contrasting our culture’s self-centered, achievement-driven view. He calls for childlike faith—marked by vulnerability, receptivity to His love, and gratitude. But this passage also reveals the Father's radical heart toward sin, His relentless pursuit of the lost, and His desire for restoration. Whether we need to repent or receive His love, God invites us to embrace childlike trust, celebrate being found, and join Him in seeking others who need His grace.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Kevan Ho, we explore two deeply intertwined themes from Matthew 18: our **hunger for greatness** and the **Father’s heart** for His children. Jesus redefines greatness as humility, surrender, and God-dependence, contrasting our culture’s self-centered, achievement-driven view. He calls for childlike faith—marked by vulnerability, receptivity to His love, and gratitude. But this passage also reveals the Father's radical heart toward sin, His relentless pursuit of the lost, and His desire for restoration. Whether we need to repent or receive His love, God invites us to embrace childlike trust, celebrate being found, and join Him in seeking others who need His grace.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Kevan Ho, we explore two deeply intertwined themes from Matthew 18: our **hunger for greatness** and the **Father’s heart** for His children. Jesus redefines greatness as humility, surrender, and God-dependence, contrasting our culture’s self-centered, achievement-driven view. He calls for childlike faith—marked by vulnerability, receptivity to His love, and gratitude. But this passage also reveals the Father's radical heart toward sin, His relentless pursuit of the lost, and His desire for restoration. Whether we need to repent or receive His love, God invites us to embrace childlike trust, celebrate being found, and join Him in seeking others who need His grace.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>095 | How can we stop being afraid?</title>
      <itunes:title>095 | How can we stop being afraid?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 5 Jan 2025 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore how to overcome fear and step boldly into God’s calling. Focusing on Matthew 17, Paul outlined four practical steps to conquer fear: 1) See Who Jesus Really Is—God incarnate who understands our struggles; 2) Understand What the Word Really Says—don’t rely on second-hand interpretations; explore God’s truth yourself; 3) Observe Where Jesus Really Goes—He walks directly into dark, painful places to bring light and healing; and 4) Believe Who Jesus Says You Really Are—you are a child of the King, loved and equipped with all His resources. When we embrace these truths, we can live in faith rather than fear, expanding our lives for God’s work.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore how to overcome fear and step boldly into God’s calling. Focusing on Matthew 17, Paul outlined four practical steps to conquer fear: 1) See Who Jesus Really Is—God incarnate who understands our struggles; 2) Understand What the Word Really Says—don’t rely on second-hand interpretations; explore God’s truth yourself; 3) Observe Where Jesus Really Goes—He walks directly into dark, painful places to bring light and healing; and 4) Believe Who Jesus Says You Really Are—you are a child of the King, loved and equipped with all His resources. When we embrace these truths, we can live in faith rather than fear, expanding our lives for God’s work.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore how to overcome fear and step boldly into God’s calling. Focusing on Matthew 17, Paul outlined four practical steps to conquer fear: 1) See Who Jesus Really Is—God incarnate who understands our struggles; 2) Understand What the Word Really Says—don’t rely on second-hand interpretations; explore God’s truth yourself; 3) Observe Where Jesus Really Goes—He walks directly into dark, painful places to bring light and healing; and 4) Believe Who Jesus Says You Really Are—you are a child of the King, loved and equipped with all His resources. When we embrace these truths, we can live in faith rather than fear, expanding our lives for God’s work.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>094 | What are you plans to expand?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Belay’s Theme for 2025 is grounded in Isaiah 54:2: “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes.” This call to EXPAND challenges us to examine areas of life where God is calling us to grow—in faith, responsibility, and reliance on Him. This expansion isn’t about physical growth but heart and perspective shifts. Throughout the message, Paul Durbin highlights five specific actions inspired by this verse: Take New Ground, Allow Yourself to Be Stretched, Don’t Be Afraid, Explore Untapped Resources, and Strengthen Your Faith. These actions align with God’s plan to transform us and equip us for greater kingdom impact in the year ahead.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Belay’s Theme for 2025 is grounded in Isaiah 54:2: “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes.” This call to EXPAND challenges us to examine areas of life where God is calling us to grow—in faith, responsibility, and reliance on Him. This expansion isn’t about physical growth but heart and perspective shifts. Throughout the message, Paul Durbin highlights five specific actions inspired by this verse: Take New Ground, Allow Yourself to Be Stretched, Don’t Be Afraid, Explore Untapped Resources, and Strengthen Your Faith. These actions align with God’s plan to transform us and equip us for greater kingdom impact in the year ahead.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Belay’s Theme for 2025 is grounded in Isaiah 54:2: “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes.” This call to EXPAND challenges us to examine areas of life where God is calling us to grow—in faith, responsibility, and reliance on Him. This expansion isn’t about physical growth but heart and perspective shifts. Throughout the message, Paul Durbin highlights five specific actions inspired by this verse: Take New Ground, Allow Yourself to Be Stretched, Don’t Be Afraid, Explore Untapped Resources, and Strengthen Your Faith. These actions align with God’s plan to transform us and equip us for greater kingdom impact in the year ahead.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>092 | What is The Incarnation?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly reflects on the significance of the Incarnation—the mystery of God becoming flesh in Jesus. The Incarnation reveals God’s profound love, justice, and mercy, bridging the gap caused by humanity’s sin and brokenness. It’s through Jesus that the invisible God is made visible, offering restoration, healing, and divine purpose to a world marred by sin. This message invites us to embrace the truth of who we are as image-bearers of God, to walk in the light of His redeeming grace, and to extend His love by living incarnationally—bringing His presence into the spaces we inhabit.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly reflects on the significance of the Incarnation—the mystery of God becoming flesh in Jesus. The Incarnation reveals God’s profound love, justice, and mercy, bridging the gap caused by humanity’s sin and brokenness. It’s through Jesus that the invisible God is made visible, offering restoration, healing, and divine purpose to a world marred by sin. This message invites us to embrace the truth of who we are as image-bearers of God, to walk in the light of His redeeming grace, and to extend His love by living incarnationally—bringing His presence into the spaces we inhabit.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Christian Braly reflects on the significance of the Incarnation—the mystery of God becoming flesh in Jesus. The Incarnation reveals God’s profound love, justice, and mercy, bridging the gap caused by humanity’s sin and brokenness. It’s through Jesus that the invisible God is made visible, offering restoration, healing, and divine purpose to a world marred by sin. This message invites us to embrace the truth of who we are as image-bearers of God, to walk in the light of His redeeming grace, and to extend His love by living incarnationally—bringing His presence into the spaces we inhabit.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>093 | How Does God Love Us?</title>
      <itunes:title>093 | How Does God Love Us?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message examines the extent of God’s love using Ephesians 2:1–10 as a guide. Just as Elizabeth Barrett Browning counts the ways she loves in her famous sonnet, today’s question is, "How does God love us?" Through a deeper look at Scripture, we see seven profound ways God's love is expressed: He loves us in our sin, loves us when we don’t deserve it, loves us to life, loves us enough to have us sit down, loves us with the gift of Jesus, loves us with grace, and loves us into purpose. Each aspect invites us to respond with awe, gratitude, and a renewed sense of mission in sharing His love with others.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message examines the extent of God’s love using Ephesians 2:1–10 as a guide. Just as Elizabeth Barrett Browning counts the ways she loves in her famous sonnet, today’s question is, "How does God love us?" Through a deeper look at Scripture, we see seven profound ways God's love is expressed: He loves us in our sin, loves us when we don’t deserve it, loves us to life, loves us enough to have us sit down, loves us with the gift of Jesus, loves us with grace, and loves us into purpose. Each aspect invites us to respond with awe, gratitude, and a renewed sense of mission in sharing His love with others.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message examines the extent of God’s love using Ephesians 2:1–10 as a guide. Just as Elizabeth Barrett Browning counts the ways she loves in her famous sonnet, today’s question is, "How does God love us?" Through a deeper look at Scripture, we see seven profound ways God's love is expressed: He loves us in our sin, loves us when we don’t deserve it, loves us to life, loves us enough to have us sit down, loves us with the gift of Jesus, loves us with grace, and loves us into purpose. Each aspect invites us to respond with awe, gratitude, and a renewed sense of mission in sharing His love with others.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>091 | How can we keep being sent as Jesus was sent?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 7 Dec 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message challenges us to consider how we, as followers of Jesus, can continue being sent like He was sent. In John 20:21, Jesus says, “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” The word “AS” points to the manner of Jesus’s mission and reminds us to reflect His example in how we live and love. Paul outlines four key actions to keep living missionally: Show Up (incarnate Jesus’s love), Slow Down (embrace God’s timing), Get Close (prioritize personal relationships), and Stay Charged (stay spiritually full to avoid burnout). As we head into the new year, we are invited to embody Jesus's sent-ness in our daily lives.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message challenges us to consider how we, as followers of Jesus, can continue being sent like He was sent. In John 20:21, Jesus says, “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” The word “AS” points to the manner of Jesus’s mission and reminds us to reflect His example in how we live and love. Paul outlines four key actions to keep living missionally: Show Up (incarnate Jesus’s love), Slow Down (embrace God’s timing), Get Close (prioritize personal relationships), and Stay Charged (stay spiritually full to avoid burnout). As we head into the new year, we are invited to embody Jesus's sent-ness in our daily lives.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message challenges us to consider how we, as followers of Jesus, can continue being sent like He was sent. In John 20:21, Jesus says, “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” The word “AS” points to the manner of Jesus’s mission and reminds us to reflect His example in how we live and love. Paul outlines four key actions to keep living missionally: Show Up (incarnate Jesus’s love), Slow Down (embrace God’s timing), Get Close (prioritize personal relationships), and Stay Charged (stay spiritually full to avoid burnout). As we head into the new year, we are invited to embody Jesus's sent-ness in our daily lives.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>090 | What does the Bible teach about the gifts of the Holy Spirit?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul emphasizes that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are for today and are meant to actively bless and empower the Church. Too often, our theology about spiritual gifts is shaped by negative experiences or disappointments rather than the truth of Scripture. But as the Bible teaches in 1 Corinthians 12-14, the Holy Spirit desires to equip believers with both purity (fruit) and power (gifts)for the benefit of others. Paul reminded us that spiritual gifts are a normal part of the Christian life, they require prayerful eagerness to receive, and they are always motivated by God’s love to help those around us.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul emphasizes that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are for today and are meant to actively bless and empower the Church. Too often, our theology about spiritual gifts is shaped by negative experiences or disappointments rather than the truth of Scripture. But as the Bible teaches in 1 Corinthians 12-14, the Holy Spirit desires to equip believers with both purity (fruit) and power (gifts)for the benefit of others. Paul reminded us that spiritual gifts are a normal part of the Christian life, they require prayerful eagerness to receive, and they are always motivated by God’s love to help those around us.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul emphasizes that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are for today and are meant to actively bless and empower the Church. Too often, our theology about spiritual gifts is shaped by negative experiences or disappointments rather than the truth of Scripture. But as the Bible teaches in 1 Corinthians 12-14, the Holy Spirit desires to equip believers with both purity (fruit) and power (gifts)for the benefit of others. Paul reminded us that spiritual gifts are a normal part of the Christian life, they require prayerful eagerness to receive, and they are always motivated by God’s love to help those around us.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>089 | How do I develop the fruit of the Spirit?</title>
      <itunes:title>089 | How do I develop the fruit of the Spirit?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explores the question: How do we develop the fruit of the Spirit in our lives? Using John 15’s imagery of the vine and branches, Paul emphasized that just as fruit grows through intentional care, believers grow spiritually through four key processes: Dying, Pruning, Abiding, and Considering. To grow the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), we must die to ourselves, allow the Holy Spirit to prune what’s unhelpful, abide closely with Jesus as the source of life, and consider others in selfless love. Each process challenges us but leads to a life marked by both purity and power.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explores the question: How do we develop the fruit of the Spirit in our lives? Using John 15’s imagery of the vine and branches, Paul emphasized that just as fruit grows through intentional care, believers grow spiritually through four key processes: Dying, Pruning, Abiding, and Considering. To grow the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), we must die to ourselves, allow the Holy Spirit to prune what’s unhelpful, abide closely with Jesus as the source of life, and consider others in selfless love. Each process challenges us but leads to a life marked by both purity and power.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explores the question: How do we develop the fruit of the Spirit in our lives? Using John 15’s imagery of the vine and branches, Paul emphasized that just as fruit grows through intentional care, believers grow spiritually through four key processes: Dying, Pruning, Abiding, and Considering. To grow the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), we must die to ourselves, allow the Holy Spirit to prune what’s unhelpful, abide closely with Jesus as the source of life, and consider others in selfless love. Each process challenges us but leads to a life marked by both purity and power.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>088 | What does the Holy Spirit do?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explains that the Holy Spirit, often compared to a dove, plays key roles in the lives of believers. By breaking down the word DOVE, we understand that the Holy Spirit Draws us into relationship (with Jesus and other believers), Occupies and Overflows in our lives, Veers & Steers us through temptation and challenges, and Empowers us for service and mission. Each function of the Holy Spirit points us toward a deeper, more reliant relationship with Jesus and equips us to live boldly as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explains that the Holy Spirit, often compared to a dove, plays key roles in the lives of believers. By breaking down the word DOVE, we understand that the Holy Spirit Draws us into relationship (with Jesus and other believers), Occupies and Overflows in our lives, Veers & Steers us through temptation and challenges, and Empowers us for service and mission. Each function of the Holy Spirit points us toward a deeper, more reliant relationship with Jesus and equips us to live boldly as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin’s message explains that the Holy Spirit, often compared to a dove, plays key roles in the lives of believers. By breaking down the word DOVE, we understand that the Holy Spirit Draws us into relationship (with Jesus and other believers), Occupies and Overflows in our lives, Veers & Steers us through temptation and challenges, and Empowers us for service and mission. Each function of the Holy Spirit points us toward a deeper, more reliant relationship with Jesus and equips us to live boldly as followers of Christ.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>087 | What does it mean to be bread?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Duane Henders shared about how our lives, like bread, are meant to be blessed, broken, and given to others. Drawing from Matthew 26, where Jesus breaks the bread and shares it at the Last Supper, Duane emphasizes that God loves to bless us, but He also desires to break us—not to harm, but to shape us for His purpose. Finally, we are "given" to others, becoming a vessel through which God can reach the hungry, broken, and lost. The message also draws on powerful stories from Duane’s ministry in Teen Challenge, showing how even the most unlikely people can become life-giving "bread" in the hands of Jesus when they surrender to Him.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Duane Henders shared about how our lives, like bread, are meant to be blessed, broken, and given to others. Drawing from Matthew 26, where Jesus breaks the bread and shares it at the Last Supper, Duane emphasizes that God loves to bless us, but He also desires to break us—not to harm, but to shape us for His purpose. Finally, we are "given" to others, becoming a vessel through which God can reach the hungry, broken, and lost. The message also draws on powerful stories from Duane’s ministry in Teen Challenge, showing how even the most unlikely people can become life-giving "bread" in the hands of Jesus when they surrender to Him.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Duane Henders shared about how our lives, like bread, are meant to be blessed, broken, and given to others. Drawing from Matthew 26, where Jesus breaks the bread and shares it at the Last Supper, Duane emphasizes that God loves to bless us, but He also desires to break us—not to harm, but to shape us for His purpose. Finally, we are "given" to others, becoming a vessel through which God can reach the hungry, broken, and lost. The message also draws on powerful stories from Duane’s ministry in Teen Challenge, showing how even the most unlikely people can become life-giving "bread" in the hands of Jesus when they surrender to Him.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>085 | Who do you say Jesus is?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Kevan Ho’s message takes us through one of the most critical moments in the Gospels, when Jesus asks His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" This isn't just a casual question—it’s deeply personal and confronts us all. Peter’s bold response, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” leads Jesus to declare that the church will be built on such a foundation. But Kevan also reminds us that following Jesus means embracing sacrifice, picking up our cross, and sometimes receiving tough rebuke—even from Jesus Himself—just as Peter did when Jesus called him out. Discipleship is both thrilling and challenging; it combines faith in Christ’s triumph with a willingness to walk through suffering, all for the sake of following Him.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kevan Ho’s message takes us through one of the most critical moments in the Gospels, when Jesus asks His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" This isn't just a casual question—it’s deeply personal and confronts us all. Peter’s bold response, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” leads Jesus to declare that the church will be built on such a foundation. But Kevan also reminds us that following Jesus means embracing sacrifice, picking up our cross, and sometimes receiving tough rebuke—even from Jesus Himself—just as Peter did when Jesus called him out. Discipleship is both thrilling and challenging; it combines faith in Christ’s triumph with a willingness to walk through suffering, all for the sake of following Him.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kevan Ho’s message takes us through one of the most critical moments in the Gospels, when Jesus asks His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" This isn't just a casual question—it’s deeply personal and confronts us all. Peter’s bold response, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” leads Jesus to declare that the church will be built on such a foundation. But Kevan also reminds us that following Jesus means embracing sacrifice, picking up our cross, and sometimes receiving tough rebuke—even from Jesus Himself—just as Peter did when Jesus called him out. Discipleship is both thrilling and challenging; it combines faith in Christ’s triumph with a willingness to walk through suffering, all for the sake of following Him.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>086 | Who is the Holy Spirit?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 3 Nov 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul introduces us to the Holy Spirit, the often-misunderstood third person of the Trinity. The Holy Spirit isn't just a mystical force but a Person of the Trinity, actively working in the lives of believers. Throughout the Old Testament, the Spirit came upon particular people at appointed times for specific purposes, but after the resurrection of Jesus, we see the Holy Spirit become widely available to all believers in the New Covenant. Paul explains that this same Holy Spirit promised to the first disciples is available to us today—empowering us not just to follow Jesus, but to do the things we could never do in our own strength.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul introduces us to the Holy Spirit, the often-misunderstood third person of the Trinity. The Holy Spirit isn't just a mystical force but a Person of the Trinity, actively working in the lives of believers. Throughout the Old Testament, the Spirit came upon particular people at appointed times for specific purposes, but after the resurrection of Jesus, we see the Holy Spirit become widely available to all believers in the New Covenant. Paul explains that this same Holy Spirit promised to the first disciples is available to us today—empowering us not just to follow Jesus, but to do the things we could never do in our own strength.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul introduces us to the Holy Spirit, the often-misunderstood third person of the Trinity. The Holy Spirit isn't just a mystical force but a Person of the Trinity, actively working in the lives of believers. Throughout the Old Testament, the Spirit came upon particular people at appointed times for specific purposes, but after the resurrection of Jesus, we see the Holy Spirit become widely available to all believers in the New Covenant. Paul explains that this same Holy Spirit promised to the first disciples is available to us today—empowering us not just to follow Jesus, but to do the things we could never do in our own strength.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>084 | How do we develop spiritual grit?</title>
      <itunes:title>084 | How do we develop spiritual grit?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul talks about spiritual grit—not just the human determination that pushes us through tough situations, but a Holy-Spirit-fueled grit built on faith and reliance on God. Drawing examples from Scripture, we see that people who develop spiritual grit often go through difficult, "pit" seasons. The story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 and Mark 7 shows a powerful example of holy grit: she was humble, un-offendable, and relentless, believing Jesus had the power to heal her daughter despite being seen as an outsider. We define spiritual grit by being self-aware, God-aware, and letting faith bridge the gap between our limitations and His limitless power.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul talks about spiritual grit—not just the human determination that pushes us through tough situations, but a Holy-Spirit-fueled grit built on faith and reliance on God. Drawing examples from Scripture, we see that people who develop spiritual grit often go through difficult, "pit" seasons. The story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 and Mark 7 shows a powerful example of holy grit: she was humble, un-offendable, and relentless, believing Jesus had the power to heal her daughter despite being seen as an outsider. We define spiritual grit by being self-aware, God-aware, and letting faith bridge the gap between our limitations and His limitless power.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul talks about spiritual grit—not just the human determination that pushes us through tough situations, but a Holy-Spirit-fueled grit built on faith and reliance on God. Drawing examples from Scripture, we see that people who develop spiritual grit often go through difficult, "pit" seasons. The story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 and Mark 7 shows a powerful example of holy grit: she was humble, un-offendable, and relentless, believing Jesus had the power to heal her daughter despite being seen as an outsider. We define spiritual grit by being self-aware, God-aware, and letting faith bridge the gap between our limitations and His limitless power.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>083 | What is Spiritual Warfare?</title>
      <itunes:title>083 | What is Spiritual Warfare?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Abbi Sulaski vulnerably shares her personal experiences with spiritual warfare, anger, and identity struggles, highlighting how they surfaced during different seasons of life. Through her journey, she discovered the power of quick obedience to God’s call, the role of community in her healing, and tools like fasting and prayer to push back against spiritual battles. Drawing from Scripture and her own challenges, Abbi encourages us to be mindful of the ongoing spiritual battle we each face and reminds us of the importance of leaning into God and trusted community for truth, guidance, and freedom.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Abbi Sulaski vulnerably shares her personal experiences with spiritual warfare, anger, and identity struggles, highlighting how they surfaced during different seasons of life. Through her journey, she discovered the power of quick obedience to God’s call, the role of community in her healing, and tools like fasting and prayer to push back against spiritual battles. Drawing from Scripture and her own challenges, Abbi encourages us to be mindful of the ongoing spiritual battle we each face and reminds us of the importance of leaning into God and trusted community for truth, guidance, and freedom.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Abbi Sulaski vulnerably shares her personal experiences with spiritual warfare, anger, and identity struggles, highlighting how they surfaced during different seasons of life. Through her journey, she discovered the power of quick obedience to God’s call, the role of community in her healing, and tools like fasting and prayer to push back against spiritual battles. Drawing from Scripture and her own challenges, Abbi encourages us to be mindful of the ongoing spiritual battle we each face and reminds us of the importance of leaning into God and trusted community for truth, guidance, and freedom.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>081 | What kind of response fits?</title>
      <itunes:title>081 | What kind of response fits?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore four responses that fit when God speaks or moves: speedy obedience, eager teachability, wholehearted belief, and baptism. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8, we see powerful examples of these responses. Philip responded immediately to God's direction, and the Ethiopian showed an open, teachable heart, prompt belief, and a willingness to declare his faith through baptism. This teaches us how timely obedience, humility, belief, and public commitment fit when we encounter God's presence and leading.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore four responses that fit when God speaks or moves: speedy obedience, eager teachability, wholehearted belief, and baptism. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8, we see powerful examples of these responses. Philip responded immediately to God's direction, and the Ethiopian showed an open, teachable heart, prompt belief, and a willingness to declare his faith through baptism. This teaches us how timely obedience, humility, belief, and public commitment fit when we encounter God's presence and leading.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Paul Durbin, we explore four responses that fit when God speaks or moves: speedy obedience, eager teachability, wholehearted belief, and baptism. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8, we see powerful examples of these responses. Philip responded immediately to God's direction, and the Ethiopian showed an open, teachable heart, prompt belief, and a willingness to declare his faith through baptism. This teaches us how timely obedience, humility, belief, and public commitment fit when we encounter God's presence and leading.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>080 | What kind of prayer fits?</title>
      <itunes:title>080 | What kind of prayer fits?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks us through a portion of 1 Timothy 2, examining how Apostle Paul instructs Christians to pray. Drawing from his own experiences as a first-generation Christian, the Apostle Paul models four types of prayer: petitions (specific requests), prayers (general requests), intercession (humbly approaching the king), and thanksgiving (gratitude before the answer). The focus is not just praying for ourselves, but praying for others, including leaders. Prayer is about confidently approaching God, trusting Him with the big and small things, and giving thanks, knowing God has already overcome all.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks us through a portion of 1 Timothy 2, examining how Apostle Paul instructs Christians to pray. Drawing from his own experiences as a first-generation Christian, the Apostle Paul models four types of prayer: petitions (specific requests), prayers (general requests), intercession (humbly approaching the king), and thanksgiving (gratitude before the answer). The focus is not just praying for ourselves, but praying for others, including leaders. Prayer is about confidently approaching God, trusting Him with the big and small things, and giving thanks, knowing God has already overcome all.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin walks us through a portion of 1 Timothy 2, examining how Apostle Paul instructs Christians to pray. Drawing from his own experiences as a first-generation Christian, the Apostle Paul models four types of prayer: petitions (specific requests), prayers (general requests), intercession (humbly approaching the king), and thanksgiving (gratitude before the answer). The focus is not just praying for ourselves, but praying for others, including leaders. Prayer is about confidently approaching God, trusting Him with the big and small things, and giving thanks, knowing God has already overcome all.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>082 | What kind of giving fits?</title>
      <itunes:title>082 | What kind of giving fits?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 6 Oct 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, we explore the question, What kind of giving fits? Looking through the lenses of tithing, freewill offerings, and almsgiving, Pastor Paul discusses the biblical foundations of each and how they align with God's design for generosity. Giving financially is not just transactional, but an act that builds up others and ourselves. Through the principles of giving first, giving sacrificially, and understanding that giving is never a loss, we are encouraged to see generosity as something that shapes our hearts and moves God’s kingdom forward.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, we explore the question, What kind of giving fits? Looking through the lenses of tithing, freewill offerings, and almsgiving, Pastor Paul discusses the biblical foundations of each and how they align with God's design for generosity. Giving financially is not just transactional, but an act that builds up others and ourselves. Through the principles of giving first, giving sacrificially, and understanding that giving is never a loss, we are encouraged to see generosity as something that shapes our hearts and moves God’s kingdom forward.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, we explore the question, What kind of giving fits? Looking through the lenses of tithing, freewill offerings, and almsgiving, Pastor Paul discusses the biblical foundations of each and how they align with God's design for generosity. Giving financially is not just transactional, but an act that builds up others and ourselves. Through the principles of giving first, giving sacrificially, and understanding that giving is never a loss, we are encouraged to see generosity as something that shapes our hearts and moves God’s kingdom forward.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>079 | What kind of preaching fits?</title>
      <itunes:title>079 | What kind of preaching fits?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 8 Sep 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he discusses the essence and purpose of preaching in the context of a Christian community. He starts by affirming that preaching God’s Word is fundamental to a healthy church, citing Apostle Paul's guidance to Timothy on the necessity of preaching. <br/><br/>He describes three types of preaching—Textual, which explores questions from specific Bible passages; Topical, which answers questions by looking across the entire Bible; and Testimony, where individuals share their personal experiences of faith. <br/><br/>By combining these methods, believers can benefit from diverse styles of teaching and deepen their understanding and application of biblical truths.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he discusses the essence and purpose of preaching in the context of a Christian community. He starts by affirming that preaching God’s Word is fundamental to a healthy church, citing Apostle Paul's guidance to Timothy on the necessity of preaching. <br/><br/>He describes three types of preaching—Textual, which explores questions from specific Bible passages; Topical, which answers questions by looking across the entire Bible; and Testimony, where individuals share their personal experiences of faith. <br/><br/>By combining these methods, believers can benefit from diverse styles of teaching and deepen their understanding and application of biblical truths.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he discusses the essence and purpose of preaching in the context of a Christian community. He starts by affirming that preaching God’s Word is fundamental to a healthy church, citing Apostle Paul's guidance to Timothy on the necessity of preaching. <br/><br/>He describes three types of preaching—Textual, which explores questions from specific Bible passages; Topical, which answers questions by looking across the entire Bible; and Testimony, where individuals share their personal experiences of faith. <br/><br/>By combining these methods, believers can benefit from diverse styles of teaching and deepen their understanding and application of biblical truths.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>077 | What is healing faith?</title>
      <itunes:title>077 | What is healing faith?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Chris Trombetta shares his journey in missionary work, focusing on renovating churches while also providing outreach and evangelistic efforts. He emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving healing from God, detailing four areas of healing: the brokenhearted, the torn spirit, the restored soul, and physical healing. By illustrating biblical examples and personal anecdotes, Chris urges Belay to embrace their need for healing in various aspects of life, assuring them that God seeks to restore and transform. <br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Chris Trombetta shares his journey in missionary work, focusing on renovating churches while also providing outreach and evangelistic efforts. He emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving healing from God, detailing four areas of healing: the brokenhearted, the torn spirit, the restored soul, and physical healing. By illustrating biblical examples and personal anecdotes, Chris urges Belay to embrace their need for healing in various aspects of life, assuring them that God seeks to restore and transform. <br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chris Trombetta shares his journey in missionary work, focusing on renovating churches while also providing outreach and evangelistic efforts. He emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving healing from God, detailing four areas of healing: the brokenhearted, the torn spirit, the restored soul, and physical healing. By illustrating biblical examples and personal anecdotes, Chris urges Belay to embrace their need for healing in various aspects of life, assuring them that God seeks to restore and transform. <br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>078 | What kind of music fits?</title>
      <itunes:title>078 | What kind of music fits?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 1 Sep 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul shares a reflection on the theme of "Does it fit?" using personal anecdotes and scripture to explore what it means for worship elements to be fitting in church. He emphasized that everything done within a congregation should be aimed at building each other up and conducted in an orderly manner, as stated by Paul in 1 Corinthians. The sermon delved into the significance of music in worship, advocating for a blend of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs that reflect both personal experiences and collective praise. Ultimately, Paul encouraged Belay to embrace diverse musical expressions that bring glory to God and foster spiritual growth among believers.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul shares a reflection on the theme of "Does it fit?" using personal anecdotes and scripture to explore what it means for worship elements to be fitting in church. He emphasized that everything done within a congregation should be aimed at building each other up and conducted in an orderly manner, as stated by Paul in 1 Corinthians. The sermon delved into the significance of music in worship, advocating for a blend of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs that reflect both personal experiences and collective praise. Ultimately, Paul encouraged Belay to embrace diverse musical expressions that bring glory to God and foster spiritual growth among believers.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul shares a reflection on the theme of "Does it fit?" using personal anecdotes and scripture to explore what it means for worship elements to be fitting in church. He emphasized that everything done within a congregation should be aimed at building each other up and conducted in an orderly manner, as stated by Paul in 1 Corinthians. The sermon delved into the significance of music in worship, advocating for a blend of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs that reflect both personal experiences and collective praise. Ultimately, Paul encouraged Belay to embrace diverse musical expressions that bring glory to God and foster spiritual growth among believers.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>076 | What are the ingredients of a miracle through me?</title>
      <itunes:title>076 | What are the ingredients of a miracle through me?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Aug 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the ingredients necessary for God to perform miracles through us, rather than just for us. He emphasizes three main points: having eyes that see beyond our own needs, developing a heart that feels with Christ-like compassion, and maintaining a mind that remembers and focuses on Jesus' previous acts of kindness. Paul encourages us to adopt these attributes to position ourselves as vessels for God's miraculous works in the lives of others.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the ingredients necessary for God to perform miracles through us, rather than just for us. He emphasizes three main points: having eyes that see beyond our own needs, developing a heart that feels with Christ-like compassion, and maintaining a mind that remembers and focuses on Jesus' previous acts of kindness. Paul encourages us to adopt these attributes to position ourselves as vessels for God's miraculous works in the lives of others.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the ingredients necessary for God to perform miracles through us, rather than just for us. He emphasizes three main points: having eyes that see beyond our own needs, developing a heart that feels with Christ-like compassion, and maintaining a mind that remembers and focuses on Jesus' previous acts of kindness. Paul encourages us to adopt these attributes to position ourselves as vessels for God's miraculous works in the lives of others.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>075 | What's in a name?</title>
      <itunes:title>075 | What's in a name?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by guest speaker Jerrod Williams, he explores the power, authority, and significance of the name of Jesus. He emphasizes that the name of Jesus holds unparalleled power in the universe, offering salvation, healing, and victory over sin and Satan. Pastor Jerrod encourages Belay to pray, meet, and live in the name of Jesus, highlighting the transformation and miracles that can occur through faith in His name.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by guest speaker Jerrod Williams, he explores the power, authority, and significance of the name of Jesus. He emphasizes that the name of Jesus holds unparalleled power in the universe, offering salvation, healing, and victory over sin and Satan. Pastor Jerrod encourages Belay to pray, meet, and live in the name of Jesus, highlighting the transformation and miracles that can occur through faith in His name.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by guest speaker Jerrod Williams, he explores the power, authority, and significance of the name of Jesus. He emphasizes that the name of Jesus holds unparalleled power in the universe, offering salvation, healing, and victory over sin and Satan. Pastor Jerrod encourages Belay to pray, meet, and live in the name of Jesus, highlighting the transformation and miracles that can occur through faith in His name.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>074 | How can I guard my heart?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jul 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he emphasizes the importance of guarding your heart by examining the rules you live by, being honest about your motivation to follow Jesus, and being more mindful of what your heart consumes than what your mouth consumes. Through scriptural references and practical examples, Pastor Paul invites us to anchor our morality in the unchanging Word of God, appreciate the profound impact of Jesus in our lives, and cultivate a spiritually healthy heart.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he emphasizes the importance of guarding your heart by examining the rules you live by, being honest about your motivation to follow Jesus, and being more mindful of what your heart consumes than what your mouth consumes. Through scriptural references and practical examples, Pastor Paul invites us to anchor our morality in the unchanging Word of God, appreciate the profound impact of Jesus in our lives, and cultivate a spiritually healthy heart.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he emphasizes the importance of guarding your heart by examining the rules you live by, being honest about your motivation to follow Jesus, and being more mindful of what your heart consumes than what your mouth consumes. Through scriptural references and practical examples, Pastor Paul invites us to anchor our morality in the unchanging Word of God, appreciate the profound impact of Jesus in our lives, and cultivate a spiritually healthy heart.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>073 | What is it like to be pulled from the deep?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Jared German candidly shares his life journey from being a missionary kid in the Philippines to struggling with addiction, depression, and a tumultuous relationship with faith. Born into a small-town Missouri family, his story is a heartfelt testament to his battles and the turnarounds that shaped him. From the streets of Manila to a jail cell in Missouri, Jared's tale embodies resilience and the transformative power of faith, ultimately leading him back to community and redemption. His narrative invites you to witness the raw and redemptive moments that define his ongoing walk with God.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Jared German candidly shares his life journey from being a missionary kid in the Philippines to struggling with addiction, depression, and a tumultuous relationship with faith. Born into a small-town Missouri family, his story is a heartfelt testament to his battles and the turnarounds that shaped him. From the streets of Manila to a jail cell in Missouri, Jared's tale embodies resilience and the transformative power of faith, ultimately leading him back to community and redemption. His narrative invites you to witness the raw and redemptive moments that define his ongoing walk with God.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jared German candidly shares his life journey from being a missionary kid in the Philippines to struggling with addiction, depression, and a tumultuous relationship with faith. Born into a small-town Missouri family, his story is a heartfelt testament to his battles and the turnarounds that shaped him. From the streets of Manila to a jail cell in Missouri, Jared's tale embodies resilience and the transformative power of faith, ultimately leading him back to community and redemption. His narrative invites you to witness the raw and redemptive moments that define his ongoing walk with God.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>072 | What do I do if I'm sinking?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the question, 'What do I do if I am sinking?' through the story of Peter walking on water from Matthew 14. He emphasizes that being in difficult situations does not always mean a mistake has been made, and reassures listeners that Jesus is always interceding for us. Pastor Paul encourages recognizing God's presence, discerning between valid and invalid doubts, and embracing worship as a lifeline during tough times.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the question, 'What do I do if I am sinking?' through the story of Peter walking on water from Matthew 14. He emphasizes that being in difficult situations does not always mean a mistake has been made, and reassures listeners that Jesus is always interceding for us. Pastor Paul encourages recognizing God's presence, discerning between valid and invalid doubts, and embracing worship as a lifeline during tough times.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message by Pastor Paul Durbin, he explores the question, 'What do I do if I am sinking?' through the story of Peter walking on water from Matthew 14. He emphasizes that being in difficult situations does not always mean a mistake has been made, and reassures listeners that Jesus is always interceding for us. Pastor Paul encourages recognizing God's presence, discerning between valid and invalid doubts, and embracing worship as a lifeline during tough times.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>071 | What are the ingredients of a miracle?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 7 Jul 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores the story of Jesus feeding thousands with five loaves and two fish from Matthew 14. He outlines five key ingredients for experiencing miracles: God's constant compassion, facing impossible situations, taking steps of faith, being thankful in advance, and having a willingness to share. Durbin emphasizes that while faith doesn't guarantee an automatic miracle, it is essential in opening the door for God's intervention. The message encourages practicing gratitude, faith, and community support as believers seek and recognize divine interventions in their lives.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores the story of Jesus feeding thousands with five loaves and two fish from Matthew 14. He outlines five key ingredients for experiencing miracles: God's constant compassion, facing impossible situations, taking steps of faith, being thankful in advance, and having a willingness to share. Durbin emphasizes that while faith doesn't guarantee an automatic miracle, it is essential in opening the door for God's intervention. The message encourages practicing gratitude, faith, and community support as believers seek and recognize divine interventions in their lives.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pastor Paul Durbin explores the story of Jesus feeding thousands with five loaves and two fish from Matthew 14. He outlines five key ingredients for experiencing miracles: God's constant compassion, facing impossible situations, taking steps of faith, being thankful in advance, and having a willingness to share. Durbin emphasizes that while faith doesn't guarantee an automatic miracle, it is essential in opening the door for God's intervention. The message encourages practicing gratitude, faith, and community support as believers seek and recognize divine interventions in their lives.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>070 | What is the pattern for discipleship?</title>
      <itunes:title>070 | What is the pattern for discipleship?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jun 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Nolan and Kami Sanders share their heartfelt journey and experiences as disciples of Jesus. They highlight the concept of discipleship, drawing from their personal stories of awakening to God's call from childhood and throughout adulthood. Together, they emphasize the importance of being apprentices to Jesus, sharing the gospel, and fostering simple church movements. Kami recounts her inspirational moments, including a lifelong mission sparked by a missionary map and culminating in missionary work across various cultures. Nolan shares his upbringing as a pastor's kid and his commitment to ministry. They discuss the significance of every believer embracing disciple-making and using technology, like mobile apps, to spread the gospel efficiently and effectively, especially in restrictive regions. They encourage the audience to think beyond local contexts and take ownership of the Great Commission through prayer, sharing Jesus' stories, and building loving, obedient communities. The talk concludes with a call to action, urging the listeners to pray over specific locations in Boulder, seeking God's guidance to spread His word.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Nolan and Kami Sanders share their heartfelt journey and experiences as disciples of Jesus. They highlight the concept of discipleship, drawing from their personal stories of awakening to God's call from childhood and throughout adulthood. Together, they emphasize the importance of being apprentices to Jesus, sharing the gospel, and fostering simple church movements. Kami recounts her inspirational moments, including a lifelong mission sparked by a missionary map and culminating in missionary work across various cultures. Nolan shares his upbringing as a pastor's kid and his commitment to ministry. They discuss the significance of every believer embracing disciple-making and using technology, like mobile apps, to spread the gospel efficiently and effectively, especially in restrictive regions. They encourage the audience to think beyond local contexts and take ownership of the Great Commission through prayer, sharing Jesus' stories, and building loving, obedient communities. The talk concludes with a call to action, urging the listeners to pray over specific locations in Boulder, seeking God's guidance to spread His word.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nolan and Kami Sanders share their heartfelt journey and experiences as disciples of Jesus. They highlight the concept of discipleship, drawing from their personal stories of awakening to God's call from childhood and throughout adulthood. Together, they emphasize the importance of being apprentices to Jesus, sharing the gospel, and fostering simple church movements. Kami recounts her inspirational moments, including a lifelong mission sparked by a missionary map and culminating in missionary work across various cultures. Nolan shares his upbringing as a pastor's kid and his commitment to ministry. They discuss the significance of every believer embracing disciple-making and using technology, like mobile apps, to spread the gospel efficiently and effectively, especially in restrictive regions. They encourage the audience to think beyond local contexts and take ownership of the Great Commission through prayer, sharing Jesus' stories, and building loving, obedient communities. The talk concludes with a call to action, urging the listeners to pray over specific locations in Boulder, seeking God's guidance to spread His word.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>069 | What does the Influence of Herod look like?</title>
      <itunes:title>069 | What does the Influence of Herod look like?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jun 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This message by Paul Durbin delves into the warning from Jesus to beware of the influence of Herod and links it to contemporary culture. Through a study based on Matthew 14 and other biblical passages, Paul identifies five characteristics of Herod's influence: perceiving fear as fact, resisting anointed preaching, seeking ultimate cancellation, fearing people, and following the flesh. He uses personal anecdotes and historical context to illustrate how these traits manifest today and guides listeners on how to counteract them by living a life led by the Spirit rather than the flesh, fostering unity, and placing faith in God's truth.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This message by Paul Durbin delves into the warning from Jesus to beware of the influence of Herod and links it to contemporary culture. Through a study based on Matthew 14 and other biblical passages, Paul identifies five characteristics of Herod's influence: perceiving fear as fact, resisting anointed preaching, seeking ultimate cancellation, fearing people, and following the flesh. He uses personal anecdotes and historical context to illustrate how these traits manifest today and guides listeners on how to counteract them by living a life led by the Spirit rather than the flesh, fostering unity, and placing faith in God's truth.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This message by Paul Durbin delves into the warning from Jesus to beware of the influence of Herod and links it to contemporary culture. Through a study based on Matthew 14 and other biblical passages, Paul identifies five characteristics of Herod's influence: perceiving fear as fact, resisting anointed preaching, seeking ultimate cancellation, fearing people, and following the flesh. He uses personal anecdotes and historical context to illustrate how these traits manifest today and guides listeners on how to counteract them by living a life led by the Spirit rather than the flesh, fostering unity, and placing faith in God's truth.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>068 | Can anything good happen in Nazareth?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jun 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul talks about the final section of Matthew 13: the Parable of the Net and Jesus's return to His hometown, Nazareth. This message addresses common lies that hinder belief in God's work: that it couldn't happen here, now, or to oneself. Emphasizing that faith is essential for experiencing God's miracles, the speaker encourages listeners to recognize God's power to work in their lives here and now, despite their doubts.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul talks about the final section of Matthew 13: the Parable of the Net and Jesus's return to His hometown, Nazareth. This message addresses common lies that hinder belief in God's work: that it couldn't happen here, now, or to oneself. Emphasizing that faith is essential for experiencing God's miracles, the speaker encourages listeners to recognize God's power to work in their lives here and now, despite their doubts.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul talks about the final section of Matthew 13: the Parable of the Net and Jesus's return to His hometown, Nazareth. This message addresses common lies that hinder belief in God's work: that it couldn't happen here, now, or to oneself. Emphasizing that faith is essential for experiencing God's miracles, the speaker encourages listeners to recognize God's power to work in their lives here and now, despite their doubts.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>067 | What can we learn from the treasure &amp; pearl?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 9 Jun 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul unpacks the parables of the treasure and the pearl in Matthew 13, and emphasizes three key lessons: God's immense love for people, the barriers that stand in the way of experiencing God's love (namely sin and previous allegiances), and the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made to redeem us. Through these lessons, listeners are encouraged to treasure God, abandon old sins and masters, and trust fully in the price Jesus paid.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul unpacks the parables of the treasure and the pearl in Matthew 13, and emphasizes three key lessons: God's immense love for people, the barriers that stand in the way of experiencing God's love (namely sin and previous allegiances), and the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made to redeem us. Through these lessons, listeners are encouraged to treasure God, abandon old sins and masters, and trust fully in the price Jesus paid.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul unpacks the parables of the treasure and the pearl in Matthew 13, and emphasizes three key lessons: God's immense love for people, the barriers that stand in the way of experiencing God's love (namely sin and previous allegiances), and the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made to redeem us. Through these lessons, listeners are encouraged to treasure God, abandon old sins and masters, and trust fully in the price Jesus paid.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>066 | What's wrong with yeast?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 2 Jun 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the incident of faulty yeast in bread-making to delve into spiritual lessons from the New Testament. He examines Jesus' teachings on the 'yeast' of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod, and discusses how these metaphors relate to legalism, license, and lawlessness. The discussion highlights the importance of striving to be an 'unleavened batch' of people, embodying both grace and truth, just as Jesus did.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the incident of faulty yeast in bread-making to delve into spiritual lessons from the New Testament. He examines Jesus' teachings on the 'yeast' of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod, and discusses how these metaphors relate to legalism, license, and lawlessness. The discussion highlights the importance of striving to be an 'unleavened batch' of people, embodying both grace and truth, just as Jesus did.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores the incident of faulty yeast in bread-making to delve into spiritual lessons from the New Testament. He examines Jesus' teachings on the 'yeast' of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod, and discusses how these metaphors relate to legalism, license, and lawlessness. The discussion highlights the importance of striving to be an 'unleavened batch' of people, embodying both grace and truth, just as Jesus did.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>065 | What's Jesus communicating in the parable of the mustard seed?</title>
      <itunes:title>065 | What's Jesus communicating in the parable of the mustard seed?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 May 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In his talk, Paul Durbin explores the significance of parables, focusing on the parable of the mustard seed as taught by Jesus in Matthew 13. He delves into three main topics: understanding parables in their historical, political, and cultural contexts; learning to grasp the nuanced language devices used in parables such as metaphors, similes, and hyperboles; and extracting the deeper meanings and teachings from these parables. The talk emphasizes the idea that parables are meant to convey wisdom and discretion rather than clear-cut messages and highlights the growth from small beginnings as a central theme of the mustard seed parable. Durbin uses personal anecdotes, scripture references, and the analogy of mustard seed growth to illustrate how God's work often starts small but is meant to grow and attract, encompassing both positive and negative attention. Through this parable, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own growth in faith and their contributions to their community.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In his talk, Paul Durbin explores the significance of parables, focusing on the parable of the mustard seed as taught by Jesus in Matthew 13. He delves into three main topics: understanding parables in their historical, political, and cultural contexts; learning to grasp the nuanced language devices used in parables such as metaphors, similes, and hyperboles; and extracting the deeper meanings and teachings from these parables. The talk emphasizes the idea that parables are meant to convey wisdom and discretion rather than clear-cut messages and highlights the growth from small beginnings as a central theme of the mustard seed parable. Durbin uses personal anecdotes, scripture references, and the analogy of mustard seed growth to illustrate how God's work often starts small but is meant to grow and attract, encompassing both positive and negative attention. Through this parable, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own growth in faith and their contributions to their community.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In his talk, Paul Durbin explores the significance of parables, focusing on the parable of the mustard seed as taught by Jesus in Matthew 13. He delves into three main topics: understanding parables in their historical, political, and cultural contexts; learning to grasp the nuanced language devices used in parables such as metaphors, similes, and hyperboles; and extracting the deeper meanings and teachings from these parables. The talk emphasizes the idea that parables are meant to convey wisdom and discretion rather than clear-cut messages and highlights the growth from small beginnings as a central theme of the mustard seed parable. Durbin uses personal anecdotes, scripture references, and the analogy of mustard seed growth to illustrate how God's work often starts small but is meant to grow and attract, encompassing both positive and negative attention. Through this parable, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own growth in faith and their contributions to their community.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>064 | What Is Kingdom Life Actually Like?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delves into the concept of Kingdom Life (based on the Parable of the weeds, Matthew 13), emphasizing the purpose in our placement, the realities of living in this current age, and the patience required to live a Kingdom life. He highlights Jesus as the ultimate example of endurance and patience, urging listeners to find purpose in their current placement, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and exhibit patience in awaiting the fulfillment of God's promises.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delves into the concept of Kingdom Life (based on the Parable of the weeds, Matthew 13), emphasizing the purpose in our placement, the realities of living in this current age, and the patience required to live a Kingdom life. He highlights Jesus as the ultimate example of endurance and patience, urging listeners to find purpose in their current placement, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and exhibit patience in awaiting the fulfillment of God's promises.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delves into the concept of Kingdom Life (based on the Parable of the weeds, Matthew 13), emphasizing the purpose in our placement, the realities of living in this current age, and the patience required to live a Kingdom life. He highlights Jesus as the ultimate example of endurance and patience, urging listeners to find purpose in their current placement, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and exhibit patience in awaiting the fulfillment of God's promises.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>063 | How can we become good soil?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a captivating message on becoming good soil based on the parable of the sower. He emphasizes the importance of eliminating non-soil elements, increasing the quantity of good soil through surrender, and purifying the quality of soil by shifting faith from worries and wealth to God. Paul connects the themes of stones and thorns to the crucifixion and resurrection, highlighting Jesus as the one who bore thorns and rolled stones away, offering a powerful message of transformation and growth.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a captivating message on becoming good soil based on the parable of the sower. He emphasizes the importance of eliminating non-soil elements, increasing the quantity of good soil through surrender, and purifying the quality of soil by shifting faith from worries and wealth to God. Paul connects the themes of stones and thorns to the crucifixion and resurrection, highlighting Jesus as the one who bore thorns and rolled stones away, offering a powerful message of transformation and growth.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a captivating message on becoming good soil based on the parable of the sower. He emphasizes the importance of eliminating non-soil elements, increasing the quantity of good soil through surrender, and purifying the quality of soil by shifting faith from worries and wealth to God. Paul connects the themes of stones and thorns to the crucifixion and resurrection, highlighting Jesus as the one who bore thorns and rolled stones away, offering a powerful message of transformation and growth.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>062 | How can we be trees amongst graves?</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 7 May 2024 13:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Andrew Sisk shares a talk based on his book, “Trees Amongst Graves” — a powerful message about being alive in a world that is dying. He encourages us to endure hardships and insults by fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding forgiveness and the impact of sharing one's story of grace with others. Andrew affirms the idea that every individual, no matter how ordinary, can have a supernatural impact by shining the light of Jesus in dark places and bringing life to the spiritually dead.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Andrew Sisk shares a talk based on his book, “Trees Amongst Graves” — a powerful message about being alive in a world that is dying. He encourages us to endure hardships and insults by fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding forgiveness and the impact of sharing one's story of grace with others. Andrew affirms the idea that every individual, no matter how ordinary, can have a supernatural impact by shining the light of Jesus in dark places and bringing life to the spiritually dead.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Andrew Sisk shares a talk based on his book, “Trees Amongst Graves” — a powerful message about being alive in a world that is dying. He encourages us to endure hardships and insults by fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding forgiveness and the impact of sharing one's story of grace with others. Andrew affirms the idea that every individual, no matter how ordinary, can have a supernatural impact by shining the light of Jesus in dark places and bringing life to the spiritually dead.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>061 | What does it mean to be blessed?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In this talk, Andrew Sisk emphasizes the concept of being blessed by God and the importance of knowing one's identity as a child of God. He discusses the significance of Jesus as the blessed one who took on the curse for humanity. Andrew encourages the church to embrace their identity as blessed individuals and to reciprocate this blessing by honoring and worshiping God in all aspects of their lives.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this talk, Andrew Sisk emphasizes the concept of being blessed by God and the importance of knowing one's identity as a child of God. He discusses the significance of Jesus as the blessed one who took on the curse for humanity. Andrew encourages the church to embrace their identity as blessed individuals and to reciprocate this blessing by honoring and worshiping God in all aspects of their lives.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this talk, Andrew Sisk emphasizes the concept of being blessed by God and the importance of knowing one's identity as a child of God. He discusses the significance of Jesus as the blessed one who took on the curse for humanity. Andrew encourages the church to embrace their identity as blessed individuals and to reciprocate this blessing by honoring and worshiping God in all aspects of their lives.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>060 | What are you asking?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this talk, Paul Durbin discusses the power and importance of asking thoughtful questions to foster intentional conversations. He highlights this as part of the final message in a series titled 'On Belay,' emphasizing the concept of being on mission with Jesus through daily interactions. Durbin shares insights on starting with 'why' and progressing through a framework of blessing others, eating together, learning from Christ, and asking questions to deepen relationships. He draws on the story of Jesus conversing with two disciples after His resurrection to categorize conversations into surface, story, spiritual, and salvation. Durbin advises on engaging with others at each level to genuinely understand their hopes, fears, and spiritual journeys. The ultimate goal is to bring people closer to Jesus by showing curiosity, avoiding quick judgments, and inviting deeper discourse about faith and life.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this talk, Paul Durbin discusses the power and importance of asking thoughtful questions to foster intentional conversations. He highlights this as part of the final message in a series titled 'On Belay,' emphasizing the concept of being on mission with Jesus through daily interactions. Durbin shares insights on starting with 'why' and progressing through a framework of blessing others, eating together, learning from Christ, and asking questions to deepen relationships. He draws on the story of Jesus conversing with two disciples after His resurrection to categorize conversations into surface, story, spiritual, and salvation. Durbin advises on engaging with others at each level to genuinely understand their hopes, fears, and spiritual journeys. The ultimate goal is to bring people closer to Jesus by showing curiosity, avoiding quick judgments, and inviting deeper discourse about faith and life.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this talk, Paul Durbin discusses the power and importance of asking thoughtful questions to foster intentional conversations. He highlights this as part of the final message in a series titled 'On Belay,' emphasizing the concept of being on mission with Jesus through daily interactions. Durbin shares insights on starting with 'why' and progressing through a framework of blessing others, eating together, learning from Christ, and asking questions to deepen relationships. He draws on the story of Jesus conversing with two disciples after His resurrection to categorize conversations into surface, story, spiritual, and salvation. Durbin advises on engaging with others at each level to genuinely understand their hopes, fears, and spiritual journeys. The ultimate goal is to bring people closer to Jesus by showing curiosity, avoiding quick judgments, and inviting deeper discourse about faith and life.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>059 | Zoe's Story</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Zoe Lee shares her deeply personal journey of faith, resilience, and growth, beginning with her childhood in Cincinnati as the daughter of a single, disabled mother. Despite financial hardship and her mother's protective yet emotionally unstable nature, Zoe finds solace and escape in her education and the vast world of books at her local library. Her story takes us through her struggles with isolation, bullying, and her mother's extreme protectiveness, which led to social challenges and a nomadic school experience.<br/><br/>Throughout her ordeal, Zoe’s faith played a central role, offering solace during times of vulnerability and hope during her darkest moments. She shares how, despite her mother's fluctuating support for religious engagement, her own spiritual journey was marked by moments of divine intervention and community support that guided her path.<br/><br/>Her narrative progresses to her high school and college years, where encounters with a diverse range of international students expand her world view and foster a keen interest in cultural exchange. Zoe’s resilience and determination shine as she navigates financial difficulties to attend the University of Cincinnati, thanks to the support of her teachers. College and subsequent opportunities allow her to travel, volunteer, and immerse herself in various cultures, significantly impacting her personal and spiritual growth.<br/><br/>Zoe's story transitions to her challenges in graduate school in Colorado, where isolation during COVID, roommate issues, and academic pressures test her mental health. The formation of meaningful connections, notably at a local farmer's market—where she discovered Belay—becomes a turning point, providing her with a renewed sense of community and belonging.<br/><br/>Amidst recounting her journey, Zoe reflects on her mother’s complicated legacy following her unexpected death. This event, while painful, prompts introspection and realignment with her core values and aspirations, particularly in relation to community service and creative self-expression.<br/><br/>Zoe's talk concludes on notes of gratitude for the love and support she has found, notably emphasizing the significant role her husband Christian has played in her life. Through sharing her story, Zoe illustrates the transformative power of faith, community, and self-discovery. Her narrative is a testament to the enduring human spirit, the depth of personal growth that arises from adversity, and the profound impact of divine love and human connection.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Zoe Lee shares her deeply personal journey of faith, resilience, and growth, beginning with her childhood in Cincinnati as the daughter of a single, disabled mother. Despite financial hardship and her mother's protective yet emotionally unstable nature, Zoe finds solace and escape in her education and the vast world of books at her local library. Her story takes us through her struggles with isolation, bullying, and her mother's extreme protectiveness, which led to social challenges and a nomadic school experience.<br/><br/>Throughout her ordeal, Zoe’s faith played a central role, offering solace during times of vulnerability and hope during her darkest moments. She shares how, despite her mother's fluctuating support for religious engagement, her own spiritual journey was marked by moments of divine intervention and community support that guided her path.<br/><br/>Her narrative progresses to her high school and college years, where encounters with a diverse range of international students expand her world view and foster a keen interest in cultural exchange. Zoe’s resilience and determination shine as she navigates financial difficulties to attend the University of Cincinnati, thanks to the support of her teachers. College and subsequent opportunities allow her to travel, volunteer, and immerse herself in various cultures, significantly impacting her personal and spiritual growth.<br/><br/>Zoe's story transitions to her challenges in graduate school in Colorado, where isolation during COVID, roommate issues, and academic pressures test her mental health. The formation of meaningful connections, notably at a local farmer's market—where she discovered Belay—becomes a turning point, providing her with a renewed sense of community and belonging.<br/><br/>Amidst recounting her journey, Zoe reflects on her mother’s complicated legacy following her unexpected death. This event, while painful, prompts introspection and realignment with her core values and aspirations, particularly in relation to community service and creative self-expression.<br/><br/>Zoe's talk concludes on notes of gratitude for the love and support she has found, notably emphasizing the significant role her husband Christian has played in her life. Through sharing her story, Zoe illustrates the transformative power of faith, community, and self-discovery. Her narrative is a testament to the enduring human spirit, the depth of personal growth that arises from adversity, and the profound impact of divine love and human connection.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Zoe Lee shares her deeply personal journey of faith, resilience, and growth, beginning with her childhood in Cincinnati as the daughter of a single, disabled mother. Despite financial hardship and her mother's protective yet emotionally unstable nature, Zoe finds solace and escape in her education and the vast world of books at her local library. Her story takes us through her struggles with isolation, bullying, and her mother's extreme protectiveness, which led to social challenges and a nomadic school experience.<br/><br/>Throughout her ordeal, Zoe’s faith played a central role, offering solace during times of vulnerability and hope during her darkest moments. She shares how, despite her mother's fluctuating support for religious engagement, her own spiritual journey was marked by moments of divine intervention and community support that guided her path.<br/><br/>Her narrative progresses to her high school and college years, where encounters with a diverse range of international students expand her world view and foster a keen interest in cultural exchange. Zoe’s resilience and determination shine as she navigates financial difficulties to attend the University of Cincinnati, thanks to the support of her teachers. College and subsequent opportunities allow her to travel, volunteer, and immerse herself in various cultures, significantly impacting her personal and spiritual growth.<br/><br/>Zoe's story transitions to her challenges in graduate school in Colorado, where isolation during COVID, roommate issues, and academic pressures test her mental health. The formation of meaningful connections, notably at a local farmer's market—where she discovered Belay—becomes a turning point, providing her with a renewed sense of community and belonging.<br/><br/>Amidst recounting her journey, Zoe reflects on her mother’s complicated legacy following her unexpected death. This event, while painful, prompts introspection and realignment with her core values and aspirations, particularly in relation to community service and creative self-expression.<br/><br/>Zoe's talk concludes on notes of gratitude for the love and support she has found, notably emphasizing the significant role her husband Christian has played in her life. Through sharing her story, Zoe illustrates the transformative power of faith, community, and self-discovery. Her narrative is a testament to the enduring human spirit, the depth of personal growth that arises from adversity, and the profound impact of divine love and human connection.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>058 | How can we learn Christ?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin discusses how we learn Christ —who was, is, and is to come.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin discusses how we learn Christ —who was, is, and is to come.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>057 | Where should we eat?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 7 Apr 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares a message centered around the significance of sharing meals in the context of Christian faith and outreach. He discusses the concept of eating at three different 'tables': His table, Your table, and Their table.<br/><br/>At 'His table,' Durbin emphasizes the importance of communion and remembering Jesus’ sacrifice. This act symbolizes acceptance of Jesus’ healing and forgiveness, aligning oneself with Him.<br/><br/>When talking about 'Your table,' he encourages generosity and hospitality, sharing personal experiences of unexpected provision and highlighting how crucial moments of ministry can happen around our tables. He supports this by referencing several biblical instances where significant events occurred during meals.<br/><br/>'Their table' refers to engaging with others in their comfort zones, such as their homes or community spaces. Durbin shares a personal story of invitation from a non-Christian, which led to meaningful conversations and connections. He stresses the importance of being open to accepting invitations to others' tables as it facilitates deeper relationships and ministry opportunities.<br/><br/>Durbin concludes by reiterating the power and significance of sharing meals in fostering relationships, serving others, and advancing the mission of Jesus.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares a message centered around the significance of sharing meals in the context of Christian faith and outreach. He discusses the concept of eating at three different 'tables': His table, Your table, and Their table.<br/><br/>At 'His table,' Durbin emphasizes the importance of communion and remembering Jesus’ sacrifice. This act symbolizes acceptance of Jesus’ healing and forgiveness, aligning oneself with Him.<br/><br/>When talking about 'Your table,' he encourages generosity and hospitality, sharing personal experiences of unexpected provision and highlighting how crucial moments of ministry can happen around our tables. He supports this by referencing several biblical instances where significant events occurred during meals.<br/><br/>'Their table' refers to engaging with others in their comfort zones, such as their homes or community spaces. Durbin shares a personal story of invitation from a non-Christian, which led to meaningful conversations and connections. He stresses the importance of being open to accepting invitations to others' tables as it facilitates deeper relationships and ministry opportunities.<br/><br/>Durbin concludes by reiterating the power and significance of sharing meals in fostering relationships, serving others, and advancing the mission of Jesus.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares a message centered around the significance of sharing meals in the context of Christian faith and outreach. He discusses the concept of eating at three different 'tables': His table, Your table, and Their table.<br/><br/>At 'His table,' Durbin emphasizes the importance of communion and remembering Jesus’ sacrifice. This act symbolizes acceptance of Jesus’ healing and forgiveness, aligning oneself with Him.<br/><br/>When talking about 'Your table,' he encourages generosity and hospitality, sharing personal experiences of unexpected provision and highlighting how crucial moments of ministry can happen around our tables. He supports this by referencing several biblical instances where significant events occurred during meals.<br/><br/>'Their table' refers to engaging with others in their comfort zones, such as their homes or community spaces. Durbin shares a personal story of invitation from a non-Christian, which led to meaningful conversations and connections. He stresses the importance of being open to accepting invitations to others' tables as it facilitates deeper relationships and ministry opportunities.<br/><br/>Durbin concludes by reiterating the power and significance of sharing meals in fostering relationships, serving others, and advancing the mission of Jesus.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>056 | What's so great about Easter?</title>
      <itunes:title>056 | What's so great about Easter?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 31 Mar 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This episode is two messages.  Paul Durbin spoke at our Sunrise Service and   explored three phrases from Matthew 28, reflecting on Jesus's faithfulness ('Just as He said'), the commonality of doubt in faith ('But some doubted'), and Jesus's perpetual presence ('I am with you always'). Durbin weaves personal stories with biblical context to highlight Jesus's steadfastness despite human imperfections and doubts. The sermon encourages believers to find comfort and strength in Jesus's promises and presence.<br/><br/>Christian Braly spoke for our morning service.  In his sermon 'Embracing the Dawn,' he emphasizes the transformative hope and new beginnings promised through Jesus's resurrection. He challenges believers to move beyond their past, embrace the living hope of Christ, and live a life reflective of the resurrection's power. Braly highlights the unique assurance and transformation Christianity offers, advocating a life of faith and purpose grounded in the reality of Jesus's resurrection.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode is two messages.  Paul Durbin spoke at our Sunrise Service and   explored three phrases from Matthew 28, reflecting on Jesus's faithfulness ('Just as He said'), the commonality of doubt in faith ('But some doubted'), and Jesus's perpetual presence ('I am with you always'). Durbin weaves personal stories with biblical context to highlight Jesus's steadfastness despite human imperfections and doubts. The sermon encourages believers to find comfort and strength in Jesus's promises and presence.<br/><br/>Christian Braly spoke for our morning service.  In his sermon 'Embracing the Dawn,' he emphasizes the transformative hope and new beginnings promised through Jesus's resurrection. He challenges believers to move beyond their past, embrace the living hope of Christ, and live a life reflective of the resurrection's power. Braly highlights the unique assurance and transformation Christianity offers, advocating a life of faith and purpose grounded in the reality of Jesus's resurrection.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is two messages.  Paul Durbin spoke at our Sunrise Service and   explored three phrases from Matthew 28, reflecting on Jesus's faithfulness ('Just as He said'), the commonality of doubt in faith ('But some doubted'), and Jesus's perpetual presence ('I am with you always'). Durbin weaves personal stories with biblical context to highlight Jesus's steadfastness despite human imperfections and doubts. The sermon encourages believers to find comfort and strength in Jesus's promises and presence.<br/><br/>Christian Braly spoke for our morning service.  In his sermon 'Embracing the Dawn,' he emphasizes the transformative hope and new beginnings promised through Jesus's resurrection. He challenges believers to move beyond their past, embrace the living hope of Christ, and live a life reflective of the resurrection's power. Braly highlights the unique assurance and transformation Christianity offers, advocating a life of faith and purpose grounded in the reality of Jesus's resurrection.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>055 | How can we bless others?</title>
      <itunes:title>055 | How can we bless others?</itunes:title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a message exploring the essence of being a blessing in alignment with Jesus' teachings and mission. He highlights the transformative power of actively engaging in five key ways to bless others: through volunteer work, building relationships, financial generosity, giving gifts, and offering hospitality. Durbin emphasizes moving beyond ordinary generosity towards a lifestyle centered on blessing others, drawing inspiration from the Good Samaritan parable and promoting a culture of generosity and hospitality.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a message exploring the essence of being a blessing in alignment with Jesus' teachings and mission. He highlights the transformative power of actively engaging in five key ways to bless others: through volunteer work, building relationships, financial generosity, giving gifts, and offering hospitality. Durbin emphasizes moving beyond ordinary generosity towards a lifestyle centered on blessing others, drawing inspiration from the Good Samaritan parable and promoting a culture of generosity and hospitality.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin delivers a message exploring the essence of being a blessing in alignment with Jesus' teachings and mission. He highlights the transformative power of actively engaging in five key ways to bless others: through volunteer work, building relationships, financial generosity, giving gifts, and offering hospitality. Durbin emphasizes moving beyond ordinary generosity towards a lifestyle centered on blessing others, drawing inspiration from the Good Samaritan parable and promoting a culture of generosity and hospitality.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>054 | Are you on belay?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin discusses the concept of being 'on belay' in the context of rock climbing, and applies it to the idea of being attentive to helping people draw near to God. He emphasizes the importance of being on mission, using the acrostic 'YOU' to represent saying 'yes' to the mission, ‘owning’ the responsibility, and ‘understanding’ the cost. The sermon challenges listeners to embrace the responsibility of being on mission and engage in habits that help to fulfill this mission.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin discusses the concept of being 'on belay' in the context of rock climbing, and applies it to the idea of being attentive to helping people draw near to God. He emphasizes the importance of being on mission, using the acrostic 'YOU' to represent saying 'yes' to the mission, ‘owning’ the responsibility, and ‘understanding’ the cost. The sermon challenges listeners to embrace the responsibility of being on mission and engage in habits that help to fulfill this mission.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Paul Durbin discusses the concept of being 'on belay' in the context of rock climbing, and applies it to the idea of being attentive to helping people draw near to God. He emphasizes the importance of being on mission, using the acrostic 'YOU' to represent saying 'yes' to the mission, ‘owning’ the responsibility, and ‘understanding’ the cost. The sermon challenges listeners to embrace the responsibility of being on mission and engage in habits that help to fulfill this mission.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>053 | How can I stop trusting in Egypt?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 03:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Erik Sandquist delivers a sermon exploring the theme of deliverance and trust in God's plan. He discusses the concept of being in 'Egypt,' relying on human strengths and comforts, and emphasizes the need to trust in God's deliverance despite challenges and uncertainties. Through examples from the Bible and personal anecdotes, Sandquist urges listeners to seek freedom in God and have faith in His guidance.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Erik Sandquist delivers a sermon exploring the theme of deliverance and trust in God's plan. He discusses the concept of being in 'Egypt,' relying on human strengths and comforts, and emphasizes the need to trust in God's deliverance despite challenges and uncertainties. Through examples from the Bible and personal anecdotes, Sandquist urges listeners to seek freedom in God and have faith in His guidance.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Erik Sandquist delivers a sermon exploring the theme of deliverance and trust in God's plan. He discusses the concept of being in 'Egypt,' relying on human strengths and comforts, and emphasizes the need to trust in God's deliverance despite challenges and uncertainties. Through examples from the Bible and personal anecdotes, Sandquist urges listeners to seek freedom in God and have faith in His guidance.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>052 | Less Than 10</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 3 Mar 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[High School boys Carter Croasdale, Samuel Durbin, and Duncan Zahradka all speak for this round of Less Than 10.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[High School boys Carter Croasdale, Samuel Durbin, and Duncan Zahradka all speak for this round of Less Than 10.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[High School boys Carter Croasdale, Samuel Durbin, and Duncan Zahradka all speak for this round of Less Than 10.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>051 | What size church is the best?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin talks about our value for both big church and small church. <br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin talks about our value for both big church and small church. <br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin talks about our value for both big church and small church. <br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>050 | What do we mean by Effective Structures?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Feb 2024 02:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares four phrases that help us understand  what we mean by effective structures.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares four phrases that help us understand  what we mean by effective structures.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin shares four phrases that help us understand  what we mean by effective structures.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>042 | What does it mean to have childlike faith?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul talks about what it means to have childlike faith. There are four implications: 1) We truly believe that nothing is impossible, 2) We remain continually humble, 3) We keep on growing, and 4) We never stop having fun.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul talks about what it means to have childlike faith. There are four implications: 1) We truly believe that nothing is impossible, 2) We remain continually humble, 3) We keep on growing, and 4) We never stop having fun.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul talks about what it means to have childlike faith. There are four implications: 1) We truly believe that nothing is impossible, 2) We remain continually humble, 3) We keep on growing, and 4) We never stop having fun.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>044 | What is compassionate evangelism?</title>
      <itunes:title>044 | What is compassionate evangelism?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 7 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Compassionate evangelism begins when we learn to truly value other people.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Compassionate evangelism begins when we learn to truly value other people.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Compassionate evangelism begins when we learn to truly value other people.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>046 | How was Jesus sent?</title>
      <itunes:title>046 | How was Jesus sent?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Jesus says in John 20:21,  "...As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Learning how Jesus was sent helps us better understand what our sending looks like.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Jesus says in John 20:21,  "...As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Learning how Jesus was sent helps us better understand what our sending looks like.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jesus says in John 20:21,  "...As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Learning how Jesus was sent helps us better understand what our sending looks like.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>040 | How can we contribute more than we consume?</title>
      <itunes:title>040 | How can we contribute more than we consume?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[We contribute more than we consume by discovering His grace, stewarding His grace, and flowing in His strength.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[We contribute more than we consume by discovering His grace, stewarding His grace, and flowing in His strength.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We contribute more than we consume by discovering His grace, stewarding His grace, and flowing in His strength.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>041 | How do I develop eager teachability?</title>
      <itunes:title>041 | How do I develop eager teachability?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan explores the Belay value of 'Eager Teachability.' . Drawing from everyday scenarios and biblical references, he illustrates a path to personal transformation and becoming more like Jesus. He emphasizes the role of mentorship, both as a mentor and a mentee, and encourages living intentionally, being guided by the Holy Spirit within a supportive church community.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan explores the Belay value of 'Eager Teachability.' . Drawing from everyday scenarios and biblical references, he illustrates a path to personal transformation and becoming more like Jesus. He emphasizes the role of mentorship, both as a mentor and a mentee, and encourages living intentionally, being guided by the Holy Spirit within a supportive church community.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this message, Kevan explores the Belay value of 'Eager Teachability.' . Drawing from everyday scenarios and biblical references, he illustrates a path to personal transformation and becoming more like Jesus. He emphasizes the role of mentorship, both as a mentor and a mentee, and encourages living intentionally, being guided by the Holy Spirit within a supportive church community.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>037 | Taco Drop with Steve Lummer</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Steve served tacos at the Bella House and challenged us to not be quitters or campers — but to be climbers.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Steve served tacos at the Bella House and challenged us to not be quitters or campers — but to be climbers.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Steve served tacos at the Bella House and challenged us to not be quitters or campers — but to be climbers.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>045 | What does Holy Spirit Dependance look like?</title>
      <itunes:title>045 | What does Holy Spirit Dependance look like?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Holy Spirit Dependance steers us away from legalism, guides us toward freedom, helps us love others well, and keeps us in step with Him.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Holy Spirit Dependance steers us away from legalism, guides us toward freedom, helps us love others well, and keeps us in step with Him.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Holy Spirit Dependance steers us away from legalism, guides us toward freedom, helps us love others well, and keeps us in step with Him.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>048 | What is empowered leadership?</title>
      <itunes:title>048 | What is empowered leadership?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 4 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches that empowered leadership has three qualities: It's open-handed, legacy-leaving, and Christ-like.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches that empowered leadership has three qualities: It's open-handed, legacy-leaving, and Christ-like.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul Durbin teaches that empowered leadership has three qualities: It's open-handed, legacy-leaving, and Christ-like.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>047 | How do we walk in freedom?</title>
      <itunes:title>047 | How do we walk in freedom?</itunes:title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Tian Woodard helps us see that walking in freedom is accomplished by way of 3 relationships: with Jesus, ourselves, and our community.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tian Woodard helps us see that walking in freedom is accomplished by way of 3 relationships: with Jesus, ourselves, and our community.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tian Woodard helps us see that walking in freedom is accomplished by way of 3 relationships: with Jesus, ourselves, and our community.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>039 | How can we experience grace and truth?</title>
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      <title>043 | What does it mean to put God first?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Putting God first means we put him first in our time, talents, and treasure.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>024 | What does God desire?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Matthew 9:9-13 reveals a few of God's desires for his people.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>033 | What is Jesus Christ anointed to do in your life?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[According to Matthew 12:15-21, Jesus is anointed to perform four tasks in your life<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>023 | What are Belay's three phases?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Guest speaker Drew Becker talks about 3 phases he sees Belay going through<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>029 | What is Jesus calling us to?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Jesus calls us to himself . . . and at least 7 other big things in Matthew 10:1–42.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jesus calls us to himself . . . and at least 7 other big things in Matthew 10:1–42.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>035 | Less Than 10</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Emma DeLisa, Meredith Church, and Ian Ross speak at our first L10 event. (Note: Will Guzman also took part, but we apologize that his talk was not recorded).<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Emma DeLisa, Meredith Church, and Ian Ross speak at our first L10 event. (Note: Will Guzman also took part, but we apologize that his talk was not recorded).<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>036 | Outdoor Nations with Steve Lummer</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Guest Steve Lummer talks with Belay about reaching the outdoor nations.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Guest Steve Lummer talks with Belay about reaching the outdoor nations.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Guest Steve Lummer talks with Belay about reaching the outdoor nations.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>027 | What does real hope look like?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[5 pictures of hope from Matthew 9:18–34.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[5 pictures of hope from Matthew 9:18–34.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[5 pictures of hope from Matthew 9:18–34.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>034 | Can I be deceived?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Thoughts on being deceived, and more importantly, being FREE from Matthew 12:22-50.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thoughts on being deceived, and more importantly, being FREE from Matthew 12:22-50.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>031 | How can I get real rest?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 1 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The letters of REST help us understand how to do so.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The letters of REST help us understand how to do so.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>038 | How do we show generous hospitality?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This message by Paul Durbin focuses on the theme of generous hospitality, emphasizing the importance of creating space in the heart, schedule, budget, and home to show kindness and hospitality towards others. Paul draws from biblical stories and personal experiences to illustrate the significance of hospitality in reflecting God's love and bringing restoration to individuals.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This message by Paul Durbin focuses on the theme of generous hospitality, emphasizing the importance of creating space in the heart, schedule, budget, and home to show kindness and hospitality towards others. Paul draws from biblical stories and personal experiences to illustrate the significance of hospitality in reflecting God's love and bringing restoration to individuals.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>025 | How do we fully embrace what God is doing?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 6 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The person that can embrace what God is doing has 3 qualities (Matthew 9:14-17).<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The person that can embrace what God is doing has 3 qualities (Matthew 9:14-17).<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>032 | Ask the Panel</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul & Patty Durbin and Christian & Janice Braly answer several questions submitted by the Belay fam.<br/>]]></description>
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      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Paul & Patty Durbin and Christian & Janice Braly answer several questions submitted by the Belay fam.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>028 | How can we approach the harvest as Jesus did?</title>
      <itunes:title>028 | How can we approach the harvest as Jesus did?</itunes:title>
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      <description><![CDATA[In Matthew 9:35–38, Jesus has four approaches to the harvest.<br/>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Looking at the Belay Discipleship Pathway, inspired by Matthew 7:13-23<br/>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[The transformations we'll experience as we follow Jesus, based on Matthew 8:18-27.<br/>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Answers to 8 questions about fasting from Matthew 6:16-18<br/>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[A warning about judgmental attitudes from Matthew 7:1-6<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>021 | Can we expect God to heal us?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[3 cures for worry from Matthew 6:25-34<br/>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Paul & Patty Durbin and Guillaume & Delphine Gauvain answer 12 questions submitted by the Belay fam.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>011 | What do we need to remember about Easter?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Three things to remember about Easter from Matthew 28:1–10.<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>017 | What keeps you anchored?</title>
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      <title>014 | How can I have the right perspective toward stuff?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[3 Things to understand about possessions and wealth from Matthew 6:19–24<br/>]]></description>
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      <title>006 | How does Jesus make me confident?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[What is it about Jesus in Me that makes me confident—and what can we learn about that in Acts, chapter 25 and 26?

In these chapters of Acts, we find the Apostle Paul in prison.  He’s gone through a few so-called trials, where he was unfairly accused and had no representation other than himself.  A place any of us would likely feel afraid and vulnerable.  But, not Paul.  In fact, he exudes a confidence that can only come from the power of the Holy Spirit.

We’ll discover that Paul’s confidence comes about because of four things that happens when Jesus is in me.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What is it about Jesus in Me that makes me confident—and what can we learn about that in Acts, chapter 25 and 26?

In these chapters of Acts, we find the Apostle Paul in prison.  He’s gone through a few so-called trials, where he was unfairly accused and had no representation other than himself.  A place any of us would likely feel afraid and vulnerable.  But, not Paul.  In fact, he exudes a confidence that can only come from the power of the Holy Spirit.

We’ll discover that Paul’s confidence comes about because of four things that happens when Jesus is in me.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What is it about Jesus in Me that makes me confident—and what can we learn about that in Acts, chapter 25 and 26?

In these chapters of Acts, we find the Apostle Paul in prison.  He’s gone through a few so-called trials, where he was unfairly accused and had no representation other than himself.  A place any of us would likely feel afraid and vulnerable.  But, not Paul.  In fact, he exudes a confidence that can only come from the power of the Holy Spirit.

We’ll discover that Paul’s confidence comes about because of four things that happens when Jesus is in me.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>002 | Why is Sardis sleeping?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Sardis was once a powerful city, proud of it’s reputation of being an invincible city.  Sadly, because the city slept, enemy armies were able to easily take it over.  The city failed to wake up.

Jesus reminds the church in Sardis of their city’s history, and lets them know they, too, are sleeping.  Depending on their reputation of being “alive,” He lets them know that they are actually asleep, and need to wake up.

Revelation 3:1-6 NIV, “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have found your deeds unfinished in the sight of my God.  Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; hold it fast, and repent. But if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what time I will come to you. Yet you have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their clothes. They will walk with me, dressed in white, for they are worthy. The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

This letter to the church in Sardis reminds us to wake up to three realities we’ll discuss in today’s talk.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Sardis was once a powerful city, proud of it’s reputation of being an invincible city.  Sadly, because the city slept, enemy armies were able to easily take it over.  The city failed to wake up.

Jesus reminds the church in Sardis of their city’s history, and lets them know they, too, are sleeping.  Depending on their reputation of being “alive,” He lets them know that they are actually asleep, and need to wake up.

Revelation 3:1-6 NIV, “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have found your deeds unfinished in the sight of my God.  Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; hold it fast, and repent. But if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what time I will come to you. Yet you have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their clothes. They will walk with me, dressed in white, for they are worthy. The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

This letter to the church in Sardis reminds us to wake up to three realities we’ll discuss in today’s talk.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sardis was once a powerful city, proud of it’s reputation of being an invincible city.  Sadly, because the city slept, enemy armies were able to easily take it over.  The city failed to wake up.

Jesus reminds the church in Sardis of their city’s history, and lets them know they, too, are sleeping.  Depending on their reputation of being “alive,” He lets them know that they are actually asleep, and need to wake up.

Revelation 3:1-6 NIV, “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have found your deeds unfinished in the sight of my God.  Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; hold it fast, and repent. But if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what time I will come to you. Yet you have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their clothes. They will walk with me, dressed in white, for they are worthy. The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

This letter to the church in Sardis reminds us to wake up to three realities we’ll discuss in today’s talk.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>003 | Will Philadelphia walk through the open door?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The ancient city of Philadelphia—present day Alasehir, Turkey—once sat at the crossroads of civilization.  Many called it the “Gateway to the East,” and Jesus called his church to seize the opportunity that living there provided.

 Revelation 3:7-13 (NIV) “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. I will make those who are of the synagogue of Satan, who claim to be Jews though they are not, but are liars—I will make them come and fall down at your feet and acknowledge that I have loved you. Since you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth. I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown. The one who is victorious I will make a pillar in the temple of my God. Never again will they leave it. I will write on them the name of my God and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which is coming down out of heaven from my God; and I will also write on them my new name. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

What do we do with the open door he gives us? We walk through it.  We’ll discuss five reasons we can do so.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The ancient city of Philadelphia—present day Alasehir, Turkey—once sat at the crossroads of civilization.  Many called it the “Gateway to the East,” and Jesus called his church to seize the opportunity that living there provided.

 Revelation 3:7-13 (NIV) “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. I will make those who are of the synagogue of Satan, who claim to be Jews though they are not, but are liars—I will make them come and fall down at your feet and acknowledge that I have loved you. Since you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth. I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown. The one who is victorious I will make a pillar in the temple of my God. Never again will they leave it. I will write on them the name of my God and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which is coming down out of heaven from my God; and I will also write on them my new name. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

What do we do with the open door he gives us? We walk through it.  We’ll discuss five reasons we can do so.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The ancient city of Philadelphia—present day Alasehir, Turkey—once sat at the crossroads of civilization.  Many called it the “Gateway to the East,” and Jesus called his church to seize the opportunity that living there provided.

 Revelation 3:7-13 (NIV) “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. I will make those who are of the synagogue of Satan, who claim to be Jews though they are not, but are liars—I will make them come and fall down at your feet and acknowledge that I have loved you. Since you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth. I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown. The one who is victorious I will make a pillar in the temple of my God. Never again will they leave it. I will write on them the name of my God and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which is coming down out of heaven from my God; and I will also write on them my new name. Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 

What do we do with the open door he gives us? We walk through it.  We’ll discuss five reasons we can do so.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>007 | Can Jesus make me a better leader?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 1 Nov 2020 02:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Can Jesus in me make me a better leader?  Absolutely!

In Acts 27, we find the Apostle Paul on a prison-ship sailing across the Mediterranean Sea.  His shipmates are a soldiers and few hundred fellow prisoners.  Sounds like an impossible place for Paul to have leadership, right?  Wrong.

Despite his low position, and because he has “Jesus in Me,” Paul retains his prisoner-status, but ends up having miraculous influence on the lives of his captors and prisoner-companions.

And by way of Paul’s example, we learn some three important lessons about true leadership.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Can Jesus in me make me a better leader?  Absolutely!

In Acts 27, we find the Apostle Paul on a prison-ship sailing across the Mediterranean Sea.  His shipmates are a soldiers and few hundred fellow prisoners.  Sounds like an impossible place for Paul to have leadership, right?  Wrong.

Despite his low position, and because he has “Jesus in Me,” Paul retains his prisoner-status, but ends up having miraculous influence on the lives of his captors and prisoner-companions.

And by way of Paul’s example, we learn some three important lessons about true leadership.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Can Jesus in me make me a better leader?  Absolutely!

In Acts 27, we find the Apostle Paul on a prison-ship sailing across the Mediterranean Sea.  His shipmates are a soldiers and few hundred fellow prisoners.  Sounds like an impossible place for Paul to have leadership, right?  Wrong.

Despite his low position, and because he has “Jesus in Me,” Paul retains his prisoner-status, but ends up having miraculous influence on the lives of his captors and prisoner-companions.

And by way of Paul’s example, we learn some three important lessons about true leadership.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>004 | What are the 3 realities of hope?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[If the Christian faith could be summed up one one word, “hope” would be a very strong candidate.

In Acts, chapter 23, the Apostle Paul is brought before a court of his peers, who level baseless accusations against him.  Despite the uncertainty of his life and future, Paul discovered three realities that gave him an unshakable hope.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[If the Christian faith could be summed up one one word, “hope” would be a very strong candidate.

In Acts, chapter 23, the Apostle Paul is brought before a court of his peers, who level baseless accusations against him.  Despite the uncertainty of his life and future, Paul discovered three realities that gave him an unshakable hope.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[If the Christian faith could be summed up one one word, “hope” would be a very strong candidate.

In Acts, chapter 23, the Apostle Paul is brought before a court of his peers, who level baseless accusations against him.  Despite the uncertainty of his life and future, Paul discovered three realities that gave him an unshakable hope.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>005 | What does it mean to have Jesus as my Defender?</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[What does it mean to have Jesus as my Defender? And what can we learn about that in Acts 24?

Once again, we find the Apostle Paul in court.  Different setting, and a few different people, but the same baseless accusations.  However, Paul isn’t shaken or concerned.  In fact, he’s quite calm! How so?  Well, Paul made three big discoveries about Jesus being his defender.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What does it mean to have Jesus as my Defender? And what can we learn about that in Acts 24?

Once again, we find the Apostle Paul in court.  Different setting, and a few different people, but the same baseless accusations.  However, Paul isn’t shaken or concerned.  In fact, he’s quite calm! How so?  Well, Paul made three big discoveries about Jesus being his defender.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What does it mean to have Jesus as my Defender? And what can we learn about that in Acts 24?

Once again, we find the Apostle Paul in court.  Different setting, and a few different people, but the same baseless accusations.  However, Paul isn’t shaken or concerned.  In fact, he’s quite calm! How so?  Well, Paul made three big discoveries about Jesus being his defender.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>008 | What does Jesus in Me provide?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[What does Jesus in Me provide? And what can we learn about that in the final chapter of Acts?

Paul and his fellow prisoners, along with a group of prison guards have crashed onto the ancient island of Malta — a dreadful and terrifying bunch of sea rats to be sure!

However, the islanders do not run in fear.  On contrary, they welcome the prisoners and soldiers with open arms and warm hospitality.  How can this be so?

We believe it’s because of the Jesus that was living in Paul.  This talk will focus on seven amazing provisions we have when Jesus is on the inside.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What does Jesus in Me provide? And what can we learn about that in the final chapter of Acts?

Paul and his fellow prisoners, along with a group of prison guards have crashed onto the ancient island of Malta — a dreadful and terrifying bunch of sea rats to be sure!

However, the islanders do not run in fear.  On contrary, they welcome the prisoners and soldiers with open arms and warm hospitality.  How can this be so?

We believe it’s because of the Jesus that was living in Paul.  This talk will focus on seven amazing provisions we have when Jesus is on the inside.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What does Jesus in Me provide? And what can we learn about that in the final chapter of Acts?

Paul and his fellow prisoners, along with a group of prison guards have crashed onto the ancient island of Malta — a dreadful and terrifying bunch of sea rats to be sure!

However, the islanders do not run in fear.  On contrary, they welcome the prisoners and soldiers with open arms and warm hospitality.  How can this be so?

We believe it’s because of the Jesus that was living in Paul.  This talk will focus on seven amazing provisions we have when Jesus is on the inside.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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      <title>001 | Why Do We say  Good Friday is Good?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Why Do We say Good Friday is Good? We'll take a look at the seven final statements from Jesus on the cross to learn what made this day so good.<br/>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Why Do We say Good Friday is Good? We'll take a look at the seven final statements from Jesus on the cross to learn what made this day so good.<br/>]]></content:encoded>
      <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Why Do We say Good Friday is Good? We'll take a look at the seven final statements from Jesus on the cross to learn what made this day so good.<br/>]]></itunes:summary>
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