Welcome to the podcast of LOCAL CHURCH. A podcast to encourage your faith, and grow in your relationship with Jesus. https://www.localchurch.co/
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Weekly sermons from Pastor Brian Haas at Local Church Dawson
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This is the home of The Local Church Podcast. Featuring sermons from our Sunday Liturgy, interviews, and more, we hope this audio affirms you, anchors you, and empowers you to love where you are. The Local Church is an unapologetically inclusive,Jesus-centered faith community.
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The House - a Local Church is a new church in Rock Island, Illinois. Check us out at www.theHouseQC.com or www.facebook.com/theHouseQC
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The Local Dive Podcast: Deep and Shallow Musings about Christ, the Church, and Culture
The Local Dive
The Local Dive is a podcast about the deep and shallow musings about Christ, the Church, and Culture. The podcast is hosted by Dean Inserra, Ashlyn Portero, and Alex Scott focused on leading in the local church, and living life engaged in our city. We take some deep dives into theology, ministry, Christianity, and culture, while also spending time wading around in the shallow end sharing our thoughts on the slightly more trivial things in life. Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to p ...
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Caleb describes that in the Bible, ordinary tools like tent pegs, staffs, and jawbones are used by God's people to achieve extraordinary victories. Further illustrating that God's power, not human strength, leads to triumph. This pattern reminds us that even in our weakness, God can use what seems ordinary in our lives to accomplish miraculous purp…
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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 4: Dietrich Bonhoeffer // Brent Levy
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Date November 24, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we wrestle with Bonhoeffer's piercing question: "Are we still of any use?" Through his life and writings, we explore what it means for the church to be more than furniture in the background of our lives—to become Christ's visible presence in the world. Bonhoeffer's journey from academic theologian to …
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Benjamin Narayanan from Avant Life Church shares a message about choosing the Promise Land and what that entails. November 10th 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 3: Thérèse of Lisieux // Brent Levy
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Date November 17, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we discover how a 19th-century French saint's radical embrace of smallness offers surprising wisdom for our exhausting, power-hungry world. St. Thérèse of Lisieux's "Little Way"—finding strength in weakness and trusting in small acts of great love—provides both a liberating alternative to our culture'…
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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 2: Fannie Lou Hamer // Brent Levy
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Date November 10, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we journey with Fannie Lou Hamer, whose unwavering faith and resilience amid adversity offer profound lessons in justice and courage for anyone who has ever felt marginalized or weary from the struggle against injustice. Through her inspiring story and the lens of Hebrews 11:1, we explore how faith se…
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First Sunday Communion with Chris Spencer
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On First Sunday, Chris takes us through the meaning on communion and why it's an act of worship and reflection. November 3rd, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 1: Henri Nouwen // Brent Levy
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Date November 3, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the life of Henri Nouwen—Catholic priest, prolific author, and wounded healer—whose lifelong struggle with feeling worthy of love led him to discover God's grace in unexpected places. Through Nouwen's journey from prestigious academic positions to living among those with disabilities at L'Ar…
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This week Caleb explores how creation reveals God's wisdom and goodness, using honey as a metaphor for His rescue, Word, and grace. It encourages listeners to experience the sweetness of God through both Scripture and the wonders of the physical world. October 27th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: Potluck | Week 4: Let’s Feast // Brent Levy
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Date October 27, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the profound significance of feasting in the way of Jesus, juxtaposing it with Herod's feast of scarcity, exclusion, and death. You'll be inspired by stories of past community feasts and challenged to practice hospitality and generosity in a world often marked by division, echoing Pádraig Ó …
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Sermon: Potluck | Week 3: What Will You Bring? // Talley Wells
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Date October 20, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, Talley Wells, chair of the Ministry Table (church council) continues our Potluck series, reflecting on Paul’s teachings in 1 Corinthians 12:1–13 and 1 Corinthians 13:1–13, exploring how each of us brings unique gifts that contribute to the body of Christ. You’ll learn how to identify the specific gifts…
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Join us as we hear from Crispin Newmarch as he shares his Thanksgiving message reminding us on what we should be thankful for - October 13th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: Potluck | Week 2: Who's Invited? // Victoria Pannullo
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Date October 13, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon from Duke Divinity intern Victoria Pannullo, we enter into the parable of the wedding banquet (Matthew 22:1–14) and explore what it means to be invited, welcomed, and clothed in compassion and kindness as we approach God’s table. This message invites those who feel excluded or out of place to see themse…
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A story of how God brings together unlikely friends to see His purposes accomplished. We are reminded that diversity & differences should be celebrated in the Church // Caleb Groeneweg // September 29th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: Potluck | Week 1: Whose Table Is It? // Brent Levy
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Date October 6, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we launch the series Potluck: Finding Hope in What We Bring to the Table by asking, "Whose table is it?" and examining Acts 2:42-47 to understand how the early church's table fellowship reflects Jesus' ministry and offers a model for our lives today. We explore Robert Farrar Capon's meditative approach …
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Sermon: Take Heart | Week 4: A Heart for Blessing // Brent Levy
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Date September 29, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the fourth chapter of Paul's letter to the Philippians, focusing on cultivating a heart for blessing and the transformative power of living out God's future in the present. Those struggling with cynicism, seeking joy, or longing for a more meaningful spiritual practice will benefit from th…
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Caleb recaps our camp messages for those who weren't able to attend. September 15, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: Take Heart | Week 3: A Heart for Trust // Brent Levy
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Date September 22, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore Paul's letter to the Philippians, focusing on cultivating a heart for trust through the practice of being a "regular" in our relationship with God. Those struggling with doubt, uncertainty, or a desire for deeper faith will benefit from this message, learning how consistent, intentional en…
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From the place of sitting at Jesus feet we are called to then do the next thing He asks of us or directs us to do. We press on & lay hold of knowing Jesus and all that He has for us - Caleb Groeneweg. September 8th, 2024Por Local Church
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CAMP SESSION 5: SAVED FOR SIGNIFICANCE
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Our story is part of a much bigger narrative of what God is doing in our world and each of our parts is needed. We are all called for purpose and God will use each of us uniquely in the way He has created us - Alex Groeneweg. September 7th, 2024Por Local Church
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CAMP SESSION 4: REVIVIE US AGAIN
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God wants to use you to reach the world and He does that by starting within you first! Personal revival leads to revival where you go - Allicia Bankuti. September 7th, 2024Por Local Church
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In the story of Mary & Martha in Luke 10 we find Jesus reminding Martha that ONE THING IS NEEDED… to be with Him & listen. That being WITH Him is our priority over all that we do FOR Him. It’s from this place of relationship that everything else flows - Caleb Groeneweg. September 6th, 2024Por Local Church
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We were encouraged to press into the 4 A's of camp: Abide, Attend, Align, Ask. Each are things we are invited to apply to our daily walks with Jesus - Tyler Fitch. September 6th, 2024Por Local Church
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The Mary we read about at the feet of Jesus in Luke 10 is found 3 times in the gospels. Each time we find her at the feet of Jesus. As Christians we are called to follow her example - Caleb Groeneweg. September 5th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: Take Heart | Week 2: A Heart for Humility // Brent Levy
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Date September 15, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, as we celebrate five years of weekly worship, we explore more from Paul's letter to the Philippians, focusing on cultivating a heart for humility as exemplified by Jesus in Philippians 2:1-18. We learn how embracing humility and prioritizing others' interests over our own can lead to a more joyful an…
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Sermon: Take Heart | Week 1: A Heart for Prayer // Brent Levy
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Date September 8, 2024 Synopsis This week, we launch our new "Take Heart" series and explore the theme "a heart for prayer" through Philippians 1:1-11. Pastor Brent discusses the importance of genuine, attentive communication and how holding others in our hearts can bring transformative joy. This message is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen thei…
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Sermon: Pep Rally (James 1) // Brent Levy
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Date September 1, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore James 1:17-27, unpacking its call for Christians to be "doers of the word" and not just hearers. We learn about the importance of being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, as well as the true meaning of pure religion. This message will benefit anyone seeking to align their fa…
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Finishing off our Sunday School series, Allicia Bankuti takes us through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the blazing furnace - August 25th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: The Gospel According to Bluey | Week 4: Flat Pack // Rajeev Tiwari
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Date August 25, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the concept of unity and reconciliation through the lens o the Bluey episode, “Flat Pack," drawing parallels to Ephesians 2:11–22 and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of the Beloved Community. Listeners will learn about the power of coming together, the importance of resolving conflic…
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Continuing our Sunday School series, Alex Groeneweg gives us a fresh perspective on the story of David and Goliath - August 18th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: The Gospel According to Bluey | Week 3: Baby Race // Brent Levy
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Date August 18, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, Pastor Brent explores the theme of comparison through the lens of the popular children's show "Bluey," specifically the episode "Baby Race." He delves into how comparison can corrode relationships and self-worth and even fuel larger conflicts. Listeners will learn about biblical examples of comparison-d…
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Join us as we continue our Sunday School series with Justice Ploughman take on the Jonah story - August 11th, 2024Por Local Church
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Sermon: The Gospel According to Bluey | Week 2: Daddy Dropoff // Brent Levy
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Date August 11, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the spiritual power of play through the lens of Bluey's "Daddy Dropoff" episode and Jesus's surprising playfulness in John 8:2-11, revealing how play can disrupt our routines, liberate us from pretense, and ignite our imagination. Discover why adults struggle with playfulness, how Jesus used …
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Sermon: The Gospel According to Bluey | Week 1: Camping // Brent Levy
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Date August 4, 2024 Synopsis This week, we kick off our wackadoo sermon series called “The Gospel According to Bluey” with our first episode: “Camping." Through this episode and the words of Jesus, we explore the theme of friendship. What you'll learn: How childhood friendships differ from adult relationships The challenges of forming deep friendsh…
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