Welcome to the weekly audio podcast for Browns Bridge Church in Cumming, GA where our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Our desire is that this podcast will encourage you in your relationship with God. Visit us at brownsbridge.org.
Miracles: Then & Now, Part 2: Mystery and Inconsistency // Andy Stanley
Miracles are at God’s discretion to further God’s purposes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/20/2024 • 41 minutes, 21 seconds
Miracles: Then & Now, Part 1: Who Needs 'Em // Andy Stanley
The miracle of the universe is the foundation of our faith in God, but a different miracle is the foundation of our faith in Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/13/2024 • 36 minutes, 2 seconds
Be Rich: Uncomfortably Close
Serving people with different lived experiences is one of the primary things God uses to fine-tune our worldview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/6/2024 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds
Worth Following, Part 3: Footprints in the Sand // Heath Miller
We live in a world where we believe we can handle anything—until we can’t. And it’s often in those moments we begin to wonder: "Who can I truly depend on? Who will walk with me through life? Am I alone?" The answers to those questions are the reason we believe Jesus is worth following.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/29/2024 • 36 minutes, 9 seconds
Worth Following, Part 2: Into the Unknown // Adam Johnson
Life is filled with unexpected moments that surprise us, evoke fear, and lead us to wonder, Is God worth following?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/22/2024 • 37 minutes, 19 seconds
Worth Following, Part 1: Green(ish) Pastures // Adam Johnson
Have you ever heard someone say, “Follow Jesus and everything will be great.” It sounds good, but it’s not exactly true. This week we’ll look at how God leads us to what we need, even though it may not look like it to begin withSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/15/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
Be Rich 2024: Making History // Andy Stanley
Since 2011, our Be Rich campaign has been making the world an even better place. After all, devotion to God is best demonstrated and authenticated through love for others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/8/2024 • 36 minutes, 42 seconds
The Responsibles, Part 4: The Me You Can't See // Andy Stanley
We must take responsibility for the me nobody can see.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/1/2024 • 36 minutes, 49 seconds
The Responsibles, Part 3: Here Today, Here Tomorrow // Andy Stanley
Our choices today will leave our loved ones with one of two things in the future: a burden or a blessing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/25/2024 • 37 minutes, 37 seconds
The Responsibles, Part 2: Looking Back // Andy Stanley
Sometimes we have to go back to move forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/18/2024 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
The Responsibles, Part 1: Your Invitation to Super // Andy Stanley
Your irresponsibility will become somebody else's responsibility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/11/2024 • 34 minutes, 48 seconds
Unmistakable, Unshakable // Andy Stanley
We are far more likely to develop meaningful faith when people of faith surround us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/4/2024 • 36 minutes, 20 seconds
Games We Play, Part 4: The Comparison Game // Adam Johnson
Have you seen anyone lately who seems to have it better than you? A better job, car, or life? It can be easy to size up our lives by what we see in somebody else’s, but it’s a lose/lose game every time. In this message, we look at the remedy for the comparison game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/28/2024 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds
Games We Play, Part 3: The Blame Game // Adam Johnson
There is no shortage of blame being tossed around these days. From the traffic to the economy, everyone seems to quickly know who’s at fault. Unfortunately, when we play the blame game we miss out on a better way of life modeled to us through Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/21/2024 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds
Games We Play, Part 2: Word Games // Adam Johnson
Most estimates say that humans speak about 16,000 words a day. While some words we speak have little to no effect, there are games we play with our words that can have a big impact—and not in the way we desire. In this message we explore how to avoid playing these word games and how to make the most—and best—of our conversations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/14/2024 • 34 minutes, 1 second
Games We Play, Part 1: The Honor Game // Andy Stanley
A game that requires a loser is a game nobody wins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/7/2024 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds
Broken and Grateful // Andy Stanley
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6/30/2024 • 45 minutes, 10 seconds
Modern Men & Our Ancient Scripts, Part 2: The Man from God // Andy Stanley
Following the script of Jesus doesn’t mean all men will be the same. But it does mean we’ll be better men.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/23/2024 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
Modern Men & Our Ancient Scripts, Part 1: Lion & Lamb // Andy Stanley
Somebody may have defined masculinity for you, but how will you define it for yourself?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/16/2024 • 34 minutes, 13 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 9: Self-Control // April Farmer
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6/9/2024 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 8: Gotcha! // Joel Thomas
What could our world look like if we chose restoration instead of condemnation?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/2/2024 • 33 minutes, 55 seconds
Deeper and Wider Than Ever - Memorial Day 2024 // Andy Stanley
We believe following Jesus makes your life better and makes you better at life, and we want our local church to inspire people to follow him. In this message, Andy Stanley talks about how and why we do church the way we do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/26/2024 • 45 minutes, 17 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 7: Faithfulness // Andy Stanley
It’s tough to be a faithful follower of Jesus under normal circumstances, and nearly impossible when someone around you has given you a big reason not to be. But help is available to us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/19/2024 • 37 minutes, 1 second
What Our World Needs Now, Part 6 // Beth Brady
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5/12/2024 • 35 minutes, 51 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 5: Human-kind-ness // Joel Thomas
What does kindness look like, act like, and react like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/5/2024 • 45 minutes, 8 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 4: Patience // Matt Noblitt
Patience is the courage to wait, inspired by faith that God is going to move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/28/2024 • 41 minutes, 7 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 3: The Missing Peace // Joel Thomas
Jesus never said life would be easy, but he did promise us a path that leads to peace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/21/2024 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 2: Joy to the World // Adam Johnson
Our world could use a little joy. Everyone pursues it in their own way, but there is still something lacking. On the last night before his death, Jesus introduced a different way to experience joy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/14/2024 • 35 minutes, 35 seconds
What Our World Needs Now, Part 1: No Substitute // Andy Stanley
The Holy Spirit was given to us not so we could be more spiritual, but to produce selfless maturity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/7/2024 • 42 minutes, 48 seconds
Easter 2024: Didn't See It Coming // Andy Stanley
Despite Jesus predicting it multiple times, eyewitnesses were shocked to learn God had raised Jesus from the dead. And what God did for Jesus, he can do for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/31/2024 • 32 minutes, 42 seconds
Ekklesia, Part 6: The Enemy Within // Andy Stanley
It’s easy to believe the greatest enemy of the church comes from outside the church. Unfortunately, the church’s greatest threat is right in the middle of it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/24/2024 • 43 minutes, 47 seconds
Ekklesia, Part 5: The Wonder of it All // Andy Stanley
The message of the church is a message for the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/17/2024 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds
Ekklesia, Part 4: Big and Bold // Andy Stanley
Early Christians were bold, confident, and courageous. How we pray is an indicator if we’ve strayed from that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/10/2024 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds
Ekklesia, Part 3: Our Turn // Andy Stanley
Provide for the next generation what you wish the previous generation had provided for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/3/2024 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds
Ekklesia, Part 2: Opening Day // Andy Stanley
When the church first began, a natural question surfaced right away: What shall we do? The answer had to do more with understanding who your faith was in more than what needed to be done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/25/2024 • 40 minutes, 1 second
Ekklesia, Part 1: What's in a Name? // Andy Stanley
Being part of a local gathering of Jesus followers means you are part of something big. It’s up to each generation to determine what Christianity looks like, sounds like, and reacts like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/18/2024 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds
How to Stop What's Stopping You, Part 2: Don't Say "Don't" // Adam Johnson
There’s no shortage of desire in our lives. Most are innocent. Some are even good and noble. Others can stop us from living out God’s best. In this message, you'll learn what to do with the desires that are stopping you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/11/2024 • 38 minutes
How to Stop What's Stopping You, Part 1: The Elephant in the Room // Adam Johnson
Our brains have an amazing ability to create a narrative around things in our lives. Unfortunately, when that narrative is untrue it causes us to be in denial. And denial will always deny us of something. In this message, we’ll try and stop denial before it stops us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/4/2024 • 36 minutes, 47 seconds
Deeper and Wider Than Ever // Andy Stanley
We believe following Jesus makes your life better and makes you better at life, and we want our local church to inspire people to follow him. In this message, Andy Stanley talks about how and why we do church the way we do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/28/2024 • 45 minutes, 17 seconds
A Better Question, Part 3: The Meaning of Meaning // Andy Stanley
In all its subtle forms, greed has the potential to rob your life. But the secret to living a meaning-filled life is found across the border from what’s in it for me.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/21/2024 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds
A Better Question, Part 2: Filled Full // Andy Stanley
If the only things that concern you are about you, there is work to do. Ultimately, we save ourselves from ourselves by choosing not to be all about ourselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/14/2024 • 37 minutes, 48 seconds
A Better Question, Part 1: The Better Question // Andy Stanley
If something about the world is broken and it breaks your heart, there’s an opportunity to be a part of fixing it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/7/2024 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
The Gift of Christmas // Adam Johnson
This season is all about gifts. It’s one of the things that makes people love this time of year. But sometimes the main thing gets lost in the midst of all the gifts. In this message we highlight the gift of Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/24/2023 • 24 minutes
The Way In A Manger, Part 3: The Way Of Love // Andy Stanley
During this time of year, we engage our imaginations as we embrace the magic of Christmas. Let’s also imagine what the world would be like if we fully embraced the way of Jesus—the way of love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/17/2023 • 36 minutes, 55 seconds
The Way In A Manger, Part 2: The Way of Life // Andy Stanley
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12/10/2023 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds
The Way In A Manger, Part 1: Dead Ends // Andy Stanley
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12/3/2023 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds
Check Your Heart, Part 3: What Moves Your Heart? // Heath Miller
The best way to guard your heart is to align what moves your heart, what breaks your heart, and what your heart loves with Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/26/2023 • 36 minutes, 3 seconds
Check Your Heart, Part 2: Moths, Vermin, and Thieves... Oh My! // Adam Johnson
We know how to check our physical hearts. But how do we check on what the Bible calls “the heart”? In this message we look at one crucial area that Jesus said is vital to guarding our hearts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/19/2023 • 37 minutes, 52 seconds
Check Your Heart, Part 1: Watch Your Mouth // Beth Brady
The condition of our heart is critical to our health, both in life and faith. But how do we monitor the condition of our spiritual heart? Through a conversation documented in Matthew, Jesus tells us exactly how to monitor the health of our heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Under The Circumstances, Part 3: For Those Who Doubt // Andy Stanley
Doubt doesn't have to be an off-ramp to faith. In fact, it's a natural part of the journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/5/2023 • 44 minutes, 43 seconds
Under The Circumstances, Part 2: Promises, Promises // Andy Stanley
No matter if our current season of life is easy or difficult, we strive to fix our eyes on Jesus instead of our circumstances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/29/2023 • 42 minutes, 10 seconds
Under The Circumstances, Part 1: When Life Happens // Andy Stanley
Our circumstances are not an indicator of God’s absence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/22/2023 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Fatal Distractions, Part 2: Fog, Fires, and Fear // Joel Thomas
Your great work is to identify the distractions that keep you from the “problem” that you are uniquely positioned to solve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/15/2023 • 41 minutes, 51 seconds
Fatal Distractions, Part 1: Great Work! // Joel Thomas
Great work is often found on the other side of a terrifying longing. How could clarityregarding your “terrifying longing” reduce the allure of the distractions you’re most susceptible to?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/8/2023 • 38 minutes, 32 seconds
I Love My Church // Andy Stanley
On October 1, Andy addressed questions related to North Point’s decision to host the Unconditional Conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/1/2023 • 49 minutes, 10 seconds
Like a Good Neighbor, Part 2: WHO? vs. HOW? // Adam Johnson
Jesus taught that his followers are to be like good neighbors. That often brings up the question, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus was asked about this and in a well-known parable, he answers a different question entirely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/24/2023 • 31 minutes, 21 seconds
Like a Good Neighbor, Part 1: First Things First // Adam Johnson
In a famous interaction in the New Testament, Jesus is asked by an expert of the Law what is most important to God. Jesus answers with not one thing, but two, and said you can’t do one without the other.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/17/2023 • 34 minutes, 17 seconds
Be Rich 2023 // Andy Stanley & Hal Donaldson
As we see in this interview with Hal Donaldson, sometimes difficult circumstances can inspire people to do something great.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/10/2023 • 38 minutes, 42 seconds
Icon, Part 4: Kingdom Now // Andy Stanley
Living in the upside-down kingdom Jesus described can perhaps seem risky and foolish. But the power and love of God is released when we embrace it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/3/2023 • 37 minutes, 5 seconds
Icon, Part 3: Chasing Humility // Andy Stanley
We can be tempted by a lot of things we shouldn’t give in to. But when we give into the temptation of humility, the world changes for the better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/27/2023 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds
Icon, Part 2: Loser's Club // Andy Stanley
The cross is a reminder for us to stop chasing what can’t be caught.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/20/2023 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds
Icon, Part 1: It Won't Work // Andy Stanley
It's not intuitive to choose to lose, but Jesus introduced an upside-down way of living.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/13/2023 • 37 minutes, 42 seconds
Practicing What I Preach // Andy Stanley
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8/6/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds
Advice for the Hurried Life, Part 3: Just Breathe // Adam Johnson
It’s easy to get in a hurry but harder to get out. If we’re going to resist the temptation to rush in life, we must be proactive. This message will reveal one practical way to keep hurry from taking over.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/30/2023 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds
Advice for the Hurried Life, Part 2: Say No! // Adam Johnson
One of the biggest weapons against the hurry that tries to invade our lives is the word “no.” We, however, have a tendency to be “yes” machines. In this message, we discover how to effectively say “no” and keep hurry at a distance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds
Advice for the Hurried Life, Part 1: Slow Down // Adam Johnson
We’re all busy. And most of us would say we’re busy with good things. But if we’re not careful, our busy lives can become hurried lives. When that happens, we suffer and the people around us often get our worst. This week we’ll start learning how to slow down and resist the temptation to hurry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 8: The Bible // Andy Stanley
#8: The Bible documents God’s redemptive activity in the world, culminating in the arrival of his final King.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/9/2023 • 43 minutes, 31 seconds
Has Christianity Done More Harm than Good? A Conversation with John Dickson // Andy Stanley & John Dickson
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7/2/2023 • 49 minutes, 28 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 7: As You Go // Andy Stanley
#7: Jesus followers are multipliers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/25/2023 • 35 minutes, 37 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 6: God's Special Agent // Joel Thomas
#6: The church is God’s agent of transformation personally, culturally, and globally.See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
6/18/2023 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 5: Of First Importance
#5: Jesus died for my sin to reconcile me to God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/11/2023 • 42 minutes, 59 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 4: Judge Not
#4: Jesus promised justice in the end and invites us to trust him in the meantime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/4/2023 • 43 minutes, 28 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 3: The Sin Knot
Jesus defined sin as anything that harms you or others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/21/2023 • 40 minutes, 15 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 2: Shadowcaster
Jesus came to illustrate and demonstrate what God is like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/14/2023 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
The Fundamental List, Part 1: Hang On To Baby Jesus
Jesus is God’s Son and our King.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/7/2023 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
Once Upon a Land, Part 3: Strength to Prevail // Adam Johnson
Have you ever felt outmatched? Or like the cards were stacked against you? During Jesus’s ministry, his followers felt this often, but probably never as much as they did at the location in today’s message. And it’s right here that Jesus gave a promise that helped them persevere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/30/2023 • 44 minutes, 12 seconds
Once Upon a Land, Part 2: Pile of Stones // Adam Johnson
Humans have done some crazy things throughout history to try and get God on their side. And while our modern-day ways are a bit more acceptable, we sometimes still do the same thing. We try to behave our way to God. In this message we’ll see that when we do, we are not following Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/23/2023 • 35 minutes, 48 seconds
Once Upon a Land, Part 1: Stale Bread // Adam Johnson
Fairy tales happened once upon a time. No matter how great the story or how helpful the life lesson, we know they didn't actually take place. So what do we do when the Bible begins to resemble a fairy tale? Does it matter if it's real or not? In this series, we’ll take you to the actual places and settings of the New Testament accounts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds
Easter Matters // Andy Stanley
Why does Easter Matter? Because the resurrection of Jesus provides assurance that God is love and God loves you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/9/2023 • 33 minutes, 55 seconds
God's Great Gamble // Andy Stanley
Forgiving someone before they ask for it isn’t easy, but it’s exactly what God did for us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
On Message, On Mission // Andy Stanley
The church is God's agent of transformation for the world, and the church is your opportunity to take part in that transformation. Take the step from being just a consumer at the local church to being involved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/26/2023 • 34 minutes, 51 seconds
House Party // Andy Stanley
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3/19/2023 • 33 minutes, 29 seconds
The Weight of Your Words, Part 3: Intent Doesn't Remove the Dent // Andy Stanley
Even when our words are accidental, they can still hurt someone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 36 seconds
Recapturing Our First Love // Crawford Loritts
If we’re not careful, what should be secondary can easily become primary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/5/2023 • 36 minutes, 10 seconds
The Weight of Your Words, Part 2: Look Who's Talking // Andy Stanley
The source of words determines the weight of them. Remember who you are and what you represent to the person on the other side of you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/26/2023 • 36 minutes, 37 seconds
The Weight of Your Words, Part 1: Way More // Andy Stanley
We’ve all heard the adage that actions speak louder than words. But the words we’ve heard have shaped us and the words we speak have the power to shape others. And some words weigh more than others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/19/2023 • 33 minutes, 18 seconds
If At First You Don't Succeed, Part 3: Untie The Not // Adam Johnson
All training requires a good goal. If the goal is weak, it won’t keep us going when the going gets tough. This week, we’ll look at one way we can unintentionally define success that will ultimately prevent us from achieving it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
If At First You Don't Succeed, Part 2: It Takes Two // Adam Johnson
It takes two to make something go right. And it takes two to make a dream come true. This age-wisdom is true even in the smallest areas of life where we desire success. But In order to experience it, one element must be present. This week we look at what it takes to make the most out of the others in our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 54 seconds
If At First You Don't Succeed, Part 1: Training vs. Trying // Adam Johnson
Have you ever seen a sought-after success slip through your fingers? We all have. And it wasn't for lack of trying. In fact, many of us are now striving toward something we're tired of trying for. The good news is there's a better way to move toward the success we're seeking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds
Living with Yourself: 3 Habits to Safeguard Your Soul, Part 3: Open Your Hands // Andy Stanley
We should fear the consequences of closing our hands more than the consequences of losing what’s in them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
Living with Yourself: 3 Habits to Safeguard Your Soul, Part 2: Monitor Your Heart // Andy Stanley
Our behavior will eventually reflect the condition of our hearts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Living with Yourself: 3 Habits to Safeguard Your Soul, Part 1: Surrender Your Will // Andy Stanley
Selfishness is a terrible master that does nothing for you. The more you choose to surrender to God, the more he will lead you to peace with yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/8/2023 • 38 minutes, 48 seconds
Know For It 2023 // Andy Stanley
We all want to be known for something. What we really need is to be known by someone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/1/2023 • 37 minutes, 2 seconds
Christmas at Browns Bridge 2022: Oh Come, All Ye Unfaithful // Adam Johnson
It's easy to think that religion or faith is just reserved foe people who have the best behavior and can keep it all together. This was the way the entire world was until Jesus showed up at the first Christmas. He changed the invitation, and he changed who's invited.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/24/2022 • 19 minutes, 9 seconds
Reasons For The Season, Part 3: To Remove Our Excuses // Andy Stanley
One reason for the season is to remove our excuses for moving away from people unlike us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/18/2022 • 35 minutes, 22 seconds
Reasons For The Season, Part 2: A Demonstration // Andy Stanley
A big reason Jesus came was to demonstrate what God is like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/11/2022 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Reasons for the Season, Part 1: To Bless The World // Andy Stanley
God blessed the world with a different kind of King who came to establish a different kind of kingdom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/4/2022 • 25 minutes, 13 seconds
Bend, Don't Break, Part 3: Hope-Full // Samer Massad
What do we do when life and circumstances we can’t control bring us to a breaking point?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/27/2022 • 33 minutes, 24 seconds
Bend, Don't Break, Part 2: Death by Distraction // Samer Massad
We are being distracted to death. But we don’t have to be. Jesus reminds us that we always have a choice and can choose what is better in order to live a live full of joy, peace, and love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/20/2022 • 35 minutes, 55 seconds
Bend, Don't Break, Part 1: Overwhelmed // Samer Massad
Feeling overwhelmed? Feel like life is running you rather than you running your life? Jesus gives us an invitation to give us our lives back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/13/2022 • 36 minutes
Heaven: Who Goes There?, Part 3: The Role of Rules // Andy Stanley
People came before commandments. With God, relationships always precede rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/6/2022 • 40 minutes, 35 seconds
Heaven: Who Goes There?, Part 2: Rethinking Good // Andy Stanley
Jesus offered the most just system possible in an unjust world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/30/2022 • 38 minutes, 56 seconds
Heaven: Who Goes There?, Part 1: How Good is Good Enough? // Andy Stanley
The belief that “Good people go to heaven” sounds nice on the surface. But it doesn’t make sense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/23/2022 • 36 minutes, 11 seconds
Be Rich 2022: The Bridge Between Our Differences // Andy Stanley
Jesus didn’t command us to agree with one another. We can disagree and love unconditionally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/16/2022 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
More Than Words | Day 15 | "Name It and Nip It"
Sometimes acknowledging the hurt is the first step in healing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
More Than Words | Day 14 | "Consider Him"
What we look at becomes one of the most important factors in our ability to forgive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
More Than Words | Day 13 | "Water, Not Gas"
You can't put out a fire by dumping gas on it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/12/2022 • 8 minutes, 33 seconds
More Than Words | Day 12 | "A Professional on Forgiveness"
Adam interviews his counselor of 11 years who specializes in the journey of forgiveness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/11/2022 • 24 minutes, 41 seconds
More Than Words | Day 11 | "H.W.L.F."
It's easy for our love for others to be dependent on something they have to do first. Jesus models a different way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/10/2022 • 8 minutes, 35 seconds
More Than Words, Part 3: A Double Standard // Adam Johnson
If we’re in trouble, we want grace. If someone troubles us, we want them to get whatthey deserve. It’s fascinating how easily we can withhold from others the same gracewe want to recieve. When we withhold grace we are not following Jesus. He commands a different way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/9/2022 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds
More Than Words | Day 10 | "Rejoice at Weakness"
Our initial response to weakness is often not the best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/7/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
More Than Words | Day 9 | "Depends on Depending"
Our desire to live connected to God depends on us depending.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
More Than Words | Day 8 | "Just Stop"
Sometimes we need to stop before we can move on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
More Than Words | Day 7 | "Find The End of Your Rope"
Your place of need is often where your faith grows the most. Where are you currently in need?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/4/2022 • 7 minutes, 52 seconds
More Than Words | Day 6 | "The Art of Deception"
TEASER ALERT: This episode contains a magic trick. Don’t be deceived. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/3/2022 • 7 minutes, 41 seconds
More Than Words, Part 2: In Dependence // Adam Johnson
We spend our entire lives trying to be independent. But full independence is an illusion.There is a final decision we make at the point where our independence runsout, and that decision makes all the difference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/2/2022 • 32 minutes, 39 seconds
More Than Words | Day 5 | "Strong as a Horse"
How strong have you felt this week? Here’s a dose of strength for your Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/30/2022 • 8 minutes, 5 seconds
More Than Words | Day 4 | "On Being Competitive "
I’m coming to you from a football practice to talk about competing for what matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/29/2022 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
More Than Words | Day 3 | "This View Matters"
Seeing God for who he is will lead us to live his way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 45 seconds
More Than Words | Day 2 | “You’ve Got Style!”
Each of us has a unique way of relating to God. Discover yours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/27/2022 • 8 minutes, 1 second
More Than Words | Day 1 | “Get Personal”
Think about what God is up to in your life and then pay attention to these two things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/26/2022 • 8 minutes, 38 seconds
More Than Words, Part 1: A Daddy Issue // Adam Johnson
When Jesus began to teach his disciples to pray, he didn’t ease his way into it. He started out with a shocking introduction for his audience. And he did it on purpose. If we are to pray the way Jesus did, we need to start the way that Jesus started. If not, the rest of the prayer falls apart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/25/2022 • 44 minutes, 25 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 6: Tell Yourself // Andy Stanley
Lying to ourselves to feel good about ourselves keeps us from doing what’s good for ourselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/18/2022 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 5: Live Generous // Andy Stanley
Generous people don’t give sporadically. They have a plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/11/2022 • 41 minutes, 15 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 4: Going the Distance // Andy Stanley
Relationships go better when two people engage in a certain type of competition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/4/2022 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 3: Forgive // April Farmer
No one said it was easy, but releasing someone from what they've done to you is your only way to freedom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/28/2022 • 34 minutes, 10 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 2: Listen // Andy Stanley
Nobody likes being told what to do, but when we don’t want advice is often when we need it most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/21/2022 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds
You'll Be Glad You Did, Part 1: Connecting the Dots // Andy Stanley
Your decisions aren't just about you. They impact people closest to you as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/14/2022 • 34 minutes, 27 seconds
Known For It // Andy Stanley
We all want to be known for something. What we really need is to be known by someone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/7/2022 • 37 minutes, 2 seconds
Heaven, Part 3: The Age to Come // Joel Thomas
How you live your life on earth impacts how you will experience heaven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/31/2022 • 42 minutes, 56 seconds
Heaven, Part 2: This Age // Joel Thomas
What you do now is an indicator of what you’ll look forward to later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/24/2022 • 45 minutes, 3 seconds
Heaven, Part 1: Realities of Heaven // Joel Thomas
Jesus talked about heaven in several different ways. Today we'll look at three conversations that reveal the way Jesus viewed the realities of heaven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/17/2022 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds
Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, Part 3: If God Is For You // Andy Stanley
Just because someone claims to be our enemy doesn't mean we must return the favor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/10/2022 • 37 minutes, 3 seconds
Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, Part 2: Over and Under // Andy Stanley
Our reactions reflect our confidence or our lack of confidence in God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/3/2022 • 43 minutes, 20 seconds
Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, Part 1: Cause and Defect // Andy Stanley
Our actions rarely tell the whole story, but our reactions most certainly do. And Jesus instructs us to leverage them for good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/26/2022 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds
Voices // Sandra Stanley
Sandra Stanley shares five wishes she has for all of us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/19/2022 • 33 minutes, 24 seconds
Voices // Darren Youngstrom
Being in the middle of something can be difficult, but getting something out of the middle is more important than getting out of the middle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/12/2022 • 35 minutes, 27 seconds
Voices // Gerald Fadayomi
It’s possible to look for all the right things in all the wrong places.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/5/2022 • 43 minutes, 28 seconds
Best Of :: Keeping Your Soul Sane // Clay Scroggins
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5/29/2022 • 42 minutes, 54 seconds
Not In It To Win It, Part 2: Shine // Andy Stanley
Disagreement is unavoidable, but division is a choice. We can disagree politically and love unconditionally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/22/2022 • 42 minutes, 34 seconds
Not In It To Win It, Part 1: One Nation Under God // Andy Stanley
When it comes to potentially polarizing topics, our posture, tone, and approach will tell others all they need to know about what’s most important to us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/15/2022 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds
Better Broken, Part 3: When Life Breaks // Adam Johnson
Some things are better broken. But what happens when we break? What happens when things begin to fall apart in our life or not go the way we had hoped? We look into how to look into it in week 3 of Better Broken. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/8/2022 • 36 minutes, 21 seconds
Better Broken, Part 2: Jealous Again // Adam Johnson
When was the last time you were envious of someone or something they had? Not too long ago? That’s true of just about all of us. Today we look at what to do the next time envy begins to surface in your life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/1/2022 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds
Better Broken, Part 1: There You Are // Adam Johnson
Pride is one of those things that is better broken. We all know we shouldn’t be prideful, but oftentimes we can repair our pride unintentionally, letting it back into our life and relationships. So just be humble, right? The answer is actually more than that. In this message, find out what keeps pride broken.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/24/2022 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds
Easter 2022, A King Like No Other // Andy Stanley
People ultimately weren’t convinced to follow Jesus because of what he taught. They became convinced because of what they saw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/17/2022 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 6: Wide Open // Andy Stanley
Jesus didn't ask for people to just believe in him. He invited people to follow him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/10/2022 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 5: Rebranding // Andy Stanley
Being right doesn't give us the right to be self-righteous.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/3/2022 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 4: Redefining Terms // Andy Stanley
Love for God is demonstrated by love for others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/27/2022 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 3: Lifetime Invitation // Andy Stanley
Whatever your next step is, take it. You don’t know what hangs in the balance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/20/2022 • 39 minutes, 36 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 2: Pregame // Andy Stanley
Admirers of Jesus didn’t shape civilization. The doers did.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/13/2022 • 42 minutes, 31 seconds
Investigating Jesus, Part 1: Somebody Had To Tell // Andy Stanley
Christians are not expected to believe based solely on a collection of ancient manuscripts. The foundation of our faith is anchored to something far more substantial and sustainable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/6/2022 • 34 minutes, 11 seconds
Don't Be Gross // Andy Stanley
If you’re grateful for your local church but not engaged, now is the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/27/2022 • 38 minutes, 39 seconds
Out of the Ordinary, Part 3 // Adam Johnson
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2/20/2022 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds
Out of the Ordinary, Part 2 :: Consuming Our Life Away // Adam Johnson
We are pretty good at consuming. In fact, it's become an art for some of us. Whether it’s Netflix, Amazon, Grubhub, or another source, we know how to get what we want when we want it. Yet our lives can still fall short of what we hope and dream. Jesus gave us the reason for this 2,000 years ago in a place we know as the upper room. In this message, we look at an out-of-the-ordinary lesson that leads to extraordinary results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/13/2022 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
Out of the Ordinary, Part 1 : Undercover Boss // Adam Johnson
Have you ever tried to make yourself look important? Maybe a better question would be, “When was the last time you tried to make yourself look important?” We are taught by the world that the path forward is always up and to the right. But in the upper room, Jesus introduced a different way.
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2/6/2022 • 37 minutes, 40 seconds
Paper Walls, Part 4: The Way Through // Andy Stanley
Let’s look at five steps to punching through your paper walls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/30/2022 • 33 minutes, 10 seconds
Paper Walls, Part 3 : Free to See // Andy Stanley
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1/23/2022 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds
Paper Walls, Part 2: Not Buying It // Andy Stanley
It’s true that God loves you just the way you are, but he loves you too much to leave you that way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/16/2022 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
Paper Walls, Part 1: Because // Andy Stanley
Whether fueled by fear, insecurity, or a past event, many of us construct a paper wall of excuses that holds us back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/9/2022 • 37 minutes, 22 seconds
Rules for the Road // Andy Stanley
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1/2/2022 • 45 minutes, 5 seconds
Christmas at Browns Bridge // Adam Johnson
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12/25/2021 • 20 minutes, 2 seconds
The Day After Christmas, Part 3: Unto Us // Samer Massad
Jesus came to interact with his people like no other king. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/19/2021 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
The Day After Christmas, Part 2: Kingdoms In Conflict // Andy Stanley
Kings don’t just have believers, they have followers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/12/2021 • 37 minutes, 34 seconds
The Day After Christmas, Part 1: Birth of A King // Andy Stanley
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12/5/2021 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds
Voices // Dr. Crawford Loritts & Andy Stanley
From politics and culture to the church, Andy Stanley and Crawford Loritts have a candid discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/28/2021 • 42 minutes, 38 seconds
Needs and Wants // Adam Johnson
We are entering a season that is full of wants. Where do we want to spend the holidays? What do we want to eat for Thanksgiving? What do the kids want for Christmas? Living with want is not a bad thing, but it can potentially lead us to miss what we need. And often what we need is God meeting us in a powerful way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/21/2021 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Re-Assembly Required, Part 4: The Posture of Reconciliation // Andy Stanley
The more mature person typically makes the first move toward reconciliation. And that first move is rarely convenient.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/14/2021 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds
Re-Assembly Required, Part 3: Pie In the Eye // Andy Stanley
Reconciliation requires an honest look in the mirror.
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11/7/2021 • 37 minutes, 8 seconds
Re-Assembly Required, Part 2: Back to You // Andy Stanley
Repairing a relationship requires someone to initiate, regardless of who’s to blame for the fallout. There’s a simple prayer you can learn to help you take that first step.
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10/31/2021 • 39 minutes, 28 seconds
Re-Assembly Required, Part 1: Instructions Not Included // Andy Stanley
When it comes to repairing relationships, no one responds well to being convinced, coerced, convicted or controlled. Yet we try those approaches over and over again.
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10/24/2021 • 39 minutes, 21 seconds
Be Rich Celebration // Adam Johnson and Guests
Today, we celebrate Be Rich, our annual campaign to go above and beyond in giving back to our community. Thanks to your generosity of time and money, we have a LOT to celebrate.
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10/17/2021 • 18 minutes, 53 seconds
Less is More, Part 3 // Adam Johnson
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10/10/2021 • 34 minutes, 50 seconds
Less is More, Part 2: Penniless // Adam Johnson
Sometimes less is more—except when it comes to money, right? More money can lead to more opportunities, influence, and impact. On the other hand, less money can mean less anxiety about money and less of our lives being consumed by getting more of it. In this message, we look at how to reach a worry-free place when it comes to money.
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10/3/2021 • 36 minutes, 46 seconds
Less is More, Part 1: The Me Monster // Adam Johnson
Are you better at being selfless or selfish? We are all born with a natural tendency to focus on ourselves over others. But, when we are selfish, we discover that we undermine our own lives. The problem is, even though we know this, we still have selfish moments and seasons. We know better, we just don’t do better. This week, we take a look at the solution that empowers us to live out a more selfless life.
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9/26/2021 • 37 minutes, 39 seconds
Be Rich 2021 // Andy Stanley
We don't have a responsibility to predict what God is up to. But we do have a responsibility to help meet people's immediate needs.
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9/19/2021 • 42 minutes, 54 seconds
Your Integrity, Our World, Part 6: End Game // Andy Stanley
It’s possible to be a good person without doing any good, but that’s not good for anybody.
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9/12/2021 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
Your Integrity, Our World, Part 5: The Win // Andy Stanley
It’s easy to look at the outcomes of our decisions and know if we’ve won. But the bigger win happens before you even know the outcome.
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9/5/2021 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds
Your Integrity, Our World, Part 4: Blameless // Andy Stanley
The first breach of integrity makes the second breach easier. Before you know it, it becomes a pattern. But there’s a way to prevent it from starting.
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