Category: Podcast
James 4 & 5: Centering Your Life on God
In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Blake Zimmerman unpack the end of James 4 and the beginning of James 5, exploring how our plans, words, and money reveal what our lives truly orbit around. In a culture driven by impulse and self-interest, James calls us to live differently—to see everything we have as His,…
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Parenting from Faith, Not Fear: Avoiding the Ditches of Control and Passivity
Parenting has a way of reaching into the deepest parts of us—the places that reveal our fears, insecurities, and longings for control. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, we hope this helps you take your next step toward trusting the Lord more fully as you raise your kids. Listen to the full conversation! Parenting…
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Slow to Speak: How James Challenges Our Words and Our Hearts
In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Seth Swindall discuss James chapter 3 and the call to slow down, listen first, and let your words reflect the wisdom of the One who sees more than you do. Check Out the Episode: Words That Build—or Burn The book of James is one of the most convicting…
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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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