Sermon audio from Pastor Josh Beutow and guest speakers at experiencegrace.church located between Tremont and Pekin, Illinois
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Unboxing History
Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins
Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time. Hosted by local author and Galveston expert Christine Hopkins and Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley, "Unboxing History" wi ...
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Take off your shoes. Close up the zipper. Welcome inside to the Tent Sesh. Join Nick and Alex as they discuss the Boston Celtics, the latest NBA news, and a selection of whimsical happenings from around the sports world.
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From Corking Fees to Clara Barton: Timeless Tales from The Tremont
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley explore intriguing artifacts from the Tremont Hotel's past, including an 1879 menu and postcards. Special guest Kathleen Maca, a historian who authored a book on the Tremont Hotel, shares fascinating insights into the hotel's rich history, its notable…
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Pastor Bob Clark from Danvers, IL helps us see how the Gospel changes everything in this study of Philemon.
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In the heat of this election season, the story of the fallout from the resurrection of Lazarus reminds us that “Jesus > Politics.” This truth should impact the way we vote and the way we treat others.
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It comes fairly easy to believe that “Jesus Loves Me” when everything is going smoothly in life...but what about in the difficult times? In this sermon, we discover the difference it makes in our trials when we believe that Jesus loves us.
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If you’ve tried to live by faith for any amount of time...you have found yourself frustrated. Far too often, God does not operate according to our plans or our timetables. Join us as we learn that ‘pain has purpose’ in this ‘lesson from Lazarus.’
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Dave McCroskey brought this message on our Missions Emphasis Sunday.
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Whether it’s Jason Bourne, Liam Neeson, or the Lone Ranger...we may get a great story...but NOT a great example to follow. Spiritually, we NEED others because “we were not designed to follow Jesus alone.” Join us as we talk about the spiritual discipline of Community and how it helps us to pursue Jesus more effectively.…
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This HAS to be one of our favorite commands in Scripture! Take a day off? Yes, please! In an ever-increasingly hectic society, Sabbath is needed now possibly more than ever. Join us as we learn how taking a day off can help us more effectively pursue Jesus.
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Galveston’s Weather Warriors: Unboxing History with Dr Hurricane Hal Needham
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, co-hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley unbox a special artifact from the Galveston County Museum: a portrait of the pioneering meteorologist Dr. John Freeman. They discuss Dr. Freeman's contributions to meteorology, including his work with the U.S. Weather Bureau and the founding of the…
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Jesus talks about money in about 15% of his teachings (that’s more than he talked about heaven/hell). This sermon takes an honest look at what it looks like to follow Jesus with our finances.
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We all know we SHOULD read the Bible, but only 1 in 4 Christians do (on a regular basis). Could it be that we struggle with it because we simply don’t know how to read the Bible? Join us as we learn what this looks like!
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Prayer. Is there anything that is easier to explain and harder to practice?! In this sermon, we explore the practical guidance on prayer given in the Lord’s Prayer.
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So many of our prayers are no different than someone ‘wishing on a star.’ This study of Paul’s prayers will help us learn to pray ‘spiritual’ prayers.
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What does the Bible REALLY say about fasting? Are we supposed to fast? What is it supposed to look like? The answers might surprise you...
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When you think of “following Jesus,” what comes to mind? What does it really look like to “follow” Him? It starts with resolving to “be with Him.”
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A Haunting Record: The 1900 Storm Inquest Book
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Send us a text Unboxing History: The Inquest Record of the 1900 Storm- In this episode of Unboxing History, co-host Christine Hopkins and Jody Wright-Gidley, director of the Galveston County Museum, delve into the story behind an inquest record book from the Bolivar Peninsula post-1900 Storm. They discuss the history and significance of the ledger,…
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Does God really even care about ME?! There is so much going on in the world, does He have time to be concerned with MY life? These questions are answered in Jesus’ declaration, “I am the Good Shepherd.”
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In this study, Mark leads us through what it looks like to question, to trust, and to change.
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Out of all the items that Jesus could have used to illustrate His Person and power...why did He choose a ‘door?!’
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, Christine Hopkins and museum staffer Shelby Rodwell unbox a woman's bathing suit from 1890-1910 from the Galveston County Museum collection. This swimsuit is featured in a new exhibit at the Museum created by Rodwell. The podcast highlights beach-related artifacts in the exhibit and the history of…
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We often hear about how God is working behind the scenes in our lives. Through the story of the blind man, we get some insight into how we can become more aware of God’s pursuit of us.
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There are certain things in life that we “just know,” well...we “think” we know. I’m looking at you that sings the wrong lyrics to that song!! :)This passage helps us to have clarity about the most consequential thing in our lives...our relationship with God and how we interact with Him.
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Jesus calls us out of darkness and into the light of life because he is the light of the world. This happens when we are changed by understanding and accepting the truth of who Jesus is and what he came to do.
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Shame, guilt, condemnation...these are words that describe the inner turmoil of many people. In this story, we see a beautiful, yet gut wrenching, picture of what it looks like to experience grace and love in the midst of our darkest moments.
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One of the things we ALL face is conflict. Since it is an inevitable part of life, we need to know how to face it. In this passage, the Pharisees give us the perfect example of how NOT to face conflict!
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Blazing History: Galveston's Fires and the Fight to Save the Island
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley share a rare fire bucket from the early 1900s held in the Galveston County Museum's collection. They are joined by James Anderson, author of 'Galveston Burning: A History of the Fire Department and Major Conflagrations,' to discuss significant fires t…
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Is there something that you long to have? Something that you know will bring joy, contentment, or peace? This passage gives us the formula to “get what we want most.”
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Which of these two words most describes your faith: doubt or confidence? In this text, we see the source of both “true” confidence and “false” confidence.
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“Don't judge me!” We’ve all heard it...but what does the Bible REALLY say about judging others. This message is the second in a two part series that helps us understand what Jesus REALLY said about judging others.
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All of us are a little ‘messed up.’ You might even call us ‘misfits.’ In one of the most mundane passages of Scripture (the genealogy of Jesus), we see the story of four ‘misfits.’ People that we think should not have been included in the lineage of Jesus. BUT...they ARE there and it is for a PURPOSE...just like US!…
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“Don't judge me!” We’ve all heard it...but what does the Bible REALLY say about judging others. This message is the first in a two part series that helps us understand what Jesus REALLY said about judging others.
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When Luck Was Lady Galveston, Unveiling the City’s Gambling Past
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Send us a text Unveiling the Maceos: From Immigrants to Galveston's Power Duo - Featuring Kimber Fountain, Author of "The Maceos and the Free State of Galveston, An Authorized History" This episode of 'Unboxing History' delves into the intriguing history Galveston County, Texas, through the lens of Sam and Rose Maceo, who played a pivotal role in t…
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“Hur” is an often overlooked and undervalued Bible character. The lessons we learn from him are helpful for those of us that find ourselves experiencing similar emotions and asking questions like, “Does what I do really even matter?”
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Grief affects nearly every area of our lives...the way we think, the way we regulate our emotions, our sleep patterns, and even our eating habits. Grief is overwhelming...yet it is something we must encounter. In this message, we don’t let go OF grief, but we learn that there are some things that need let go IN grief. Jesus sets the example for us …
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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you are engaged in conflict with others. The good news is that Jesus taught us how to fight!
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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you have betrayed someone you love. The good news is that there is still hope and you are still loved.
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Revealing Galveston’s History Through Film From 1900 Storm to 1950s
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Send us a text Unearthing Galveston's Past: The 1900 Storm Through Thomas Edison's Lens This episode of 'Unboxing History' features Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright Gidley, who introduce two unique films. One film was captured after the 1900 Storm by Thomas Edison’s crew, and another reel is from the early 1950s. Guest J.R. Shaw, host of Galveston…
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A study of John 15
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There are times in life when you just want to throw in the towel. One of those times is when you’ve been betrayed by someone you love. The good news is that we can find purpose in betrayal.
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Skepticism runs rampant in a day and age filled with scammers. Many people feel this same skepticism when it comes to the claims of Jesus...especially His claims to be the Son of God and to have resurrected from the dead. This message addresses the validity of these claims of Jesus.
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Life gets busy. Things go wrong. We fail. All of us have times in our lives when we need some “recentering.” The Scriptural way of “recentering” is by “re-celebrating.”
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Savoring History - The First Food Truck
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Send us a text This episode of Unboxing History provides a detailed discussion about the history of a tamale cart once belonging to Mr. Serrato, known as Dan the Tamale Man, in Galveston. It includes interviews with a local Texas Star Bakery owner and tamale expert, Cris Chapa, and Chef Mary Bass of La Cocina Market, discussing the process of makin…
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Very little is said about Simon that carried the cross of Jesus, but in this short interaction, we see some lessons that help us when we face the unexpected.
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In one of Jesus’ final interactions with His apostles before the crucifixion, He washed their feet. This was more than just a beautiful picture of humility. It was Jesus teaching and leading them...and us. This message shows us what we can learn from Jesus washing feet.
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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." In this sermon, we talk about what it looks like to be made new by "watching our mouths."
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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." In this sermon, we talk about what it looks like to be made new by dealing with anger God's way.
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From Storefronts to Memories: The Vanishing World of Corner Stores
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Send us a text Unboxing History Episode 2: From Storefronts to Memories: The Vanishing World of Corner Stores is a conversation between Christine Hopkins, Jodi Wright-Gidley, and Alfio Tropea. They discuss the history and significance of a unique artifact, a bicycle that was used for grocery store deliveries in the 1950s. The bicycle has been throu…
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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." In this sermon, we talk about what it looks like to speak truth and why lying is so destructive.
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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." We talk about not "walking like unbelievers" and how that is made possible by "putting off the old, renewing our mind, and putting on the new man."
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This study of Ephesians 4 will help us discover what it looks like to be "made new." This sermon is about being "made new" by "finding your spiritual gift."
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