Faith Without Works Isn’t Faith at All

Faith alone brings us into God’s family, but following Him requires effort. In this episode, Whit George and Blake Zimmerman unpack what true obedience looks like and why legalism and lawlessness both miss the point. Check Out the Episode: Radical Christianity: Faith in Action Ancient literature has a potency that modern ears often overlook. It…

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Parenting Through Life’s Transitions

As parents, transitions never stop—whether it’s sending kids to college, navigating adult relationships, or rediscovering your own calling in new seasons. In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about letting go with grace, keeping peace in family relationships, and leaning into God as life unfolds in unexpected ways. Parenting is always changing, but the goal…

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James 2:1–13 Explained: The Sin of Partiality

In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Ethan Vanse unpack James 2:1–13, revealing both the underlying issue and its practical application. Hear the full convo: The Sin of Partiality: James 2:1–13 James doesn’t waste words. When he writes about partiality, he isn’t just addressing a surface-level behavior—he’s digging into an underlying issue that touches the…

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James: A Wake-Up Call to Genuine Faith, A Conversation with Dr. Chris Vlachos

What does it mean to live out a genuine faith? Pastor Whit sits down with his former Wheaton College professor, Dr. Chris Vlachos to wrestle with that very question. Together, they explore the book of James as a wake-up call, reminding us that real faith always shows up in action. They unpack how James pushes…

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Seeing God Clearly: How James Redefines Sin, Anger, and Spiritual Growth

In this episode, Pastors Whit and Gabe George explore James 1:13–21 and how the right view of God changes everything. Check it Out: Seeing God Clearly James opens with a command that gets to the heart of Christian living: perspective. His first imperative is simple but profound—don’t be deceived. In other words, see God in…

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How to Pursue Intimacy and Strengthen Marriage in Every Season

As we wrap up a summer of candid conversations on intimacy, marriage, and sex, we’re looking back at what we’ve learned along the way. This season has challenged us to see intimacy not as something that “just happens,” but as something we intentionally pursue, protect, and nurture. Check it Out! Intimacy Requires Pursuit Sex and…

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The Joy of Endurance

In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Ethan Vanse unpack James 1:2–12 and the true meaning of faith, doubt, and joy through endurance. Check it Out: The letter of James was written to first-generation Christians—men and women who didn’t grow up in a Christian culture, who didn’t have shelves of devotionals, or a long tradition…

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Settled in Christ: Identity Lessons from James 1:1

In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Angela Ekstrum explore James 1, identity in Christ vs. cultural identity, the authority of Scripture, and the power of community in forming us. Check it Out: The Context of James’ Letter James writes into a unique cultural and historical moment. His letter predates the gospels, addressing the earliest…

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You’re Not Broken: A Conversation About Women’s Health

“God designed you—and He cares about your body.” That simple truth forms the foundation of a powerful and wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Kerri Anthony, a board-certified OBGYN and certified menopause specialist, in our latest podcast episode on women’s health. We talk about every stage of a woman’s reproductive life, from puberty to perimenopause, menopause, and…

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Find Your Place to Serve: Why the Church Needs You

If you’ve ever wondered where you fit in the church, you’re not alone. So many of us want to be a part of something bigger than ourselves—but we aren’t sure where to start. We feel the tug to serve, to contribute, to move from the sidelines into the heart of what God is doing. But…

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