بقلم Joe Hishmeh

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

بقلم Nathan Blair

بقلم Jeremy Wynne

Pastor Evan Bialk reflects on the theme of joy during the fourth week of Advent, particularly emphasizing the significance of the birth of Christ in restoring joy to the world. Preaching on the passage in Luke 2:8-11, which details the angel's announcement of Jesus' birth as "good news of great joy" for all people. Pastor Evan elaborates on the mea…

Dwell - Part 4: God in the ManChristmas is a time of awe and wonder for many people. Twinkling lights, festive decorations, and manger scenes with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Against the backdrop of reindeer and snowmen, it can cause us to ask the question “what is Jesus doing here?” The answer to that question is found by retracing our steps back…

With the holidays coming up, the Chillin' in the Statehouse team brings you one last episode of 2024. We're fresh off interviews for 2025 session preview stories, and so for our Christmas present to our loyal listeners, we have a few sneak peeks into what we're working on.بقلم Gannett

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

بقلم Mark Doss

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

بقلم Mark Doss

بقلم Jeremy Wynne & Amy Weatherford & Liam Weingartner

بقلم Jeff Rhoades

In his sermon, Pastor Evan Bialk emphasized the profound truth found in 1 John 4:9-10, which reflects the essence of love as not merely an action of God but as His very nature. He conveyed that during the third week of Advent, which highlights love, it is essential for believers to grasp what it truly means when we say "God is love." Pastor Bialk c…

بقلم Joe Hishmeh

بقلم Mark Doss

Dwell - Part 3: Furniture in the TentGod is on the move to restore and reclaim what was lost and broken. He’s making a way to be with his people once again and recover what sin destroyed. In part two, we’ll see how the furniture God designs for his dwelling place reveals more of his character. Each piece foreshadows the coming of Jesus, The One who…

بقلم Jeremy Wynne, Doug Congdon, Bill Horn

بقلم Jeff Rhoades

In his sermon, Pastor Evan emphasizes the core themes of Advent—hope, peace, love, and joy—while challenging the congregation to reconsider their understanding of Jesus. He warns against the dangers of misleading teachings often prevalent in the American church, suggesting that the greatest threat is not external forces but the way Jesus is misrepr…

بقلم Joe Hishmeh

بقلم Mark Doss

Dwell - Part 2: Tent in the DesertThe Israelites spent forty years wandering in the wilderness after their rescue from Egypt. God is with them in their wandering and even instructs them to build him a home, called the tabernacle, that becomes the dwelling place of God himself. The amount of effort to build and transport the tabernacle shows us the …

بقلم Jeremy Wynne

Spotify Wrapped is out with our top music listens of the year, and Chillin' in the Statehouse is bringing you #ksleg wrapped, recapping the top narratives from Kansas government and politics in 2024.بقلم Gannett

بقلم Jeff Rhoades

بقلم Mark Doss

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

Pastor Evan Bialk begins the Advent series by emphasizing that while many love the festive aspects of Christmas, the true essence of the season is the coming of Christ. He highlights that Jesus is the source of hope, reflecting on the significance of the Incarnation as a promise of light breaking through the darkness and despair of the world. Utili…

بقلم Mark Doss

Dwell: Man in the GardenWe were created in the image of God. Even more than that, we were made to dwell with God. And even more than that, we were made to dwell with others. We see the rational, relational, creative, and vocational attributes of the image of God in our first parents. It’s in our very DNA. We begin our series at the very beginning… …

بقلم Liam Weingartner, Doug Congdon, and Amy Weatherford

Kansas Republicans won big in the 2024 elections, growing their supermajorities in the Legislature and winning a conservative majority on the State Board of Education. Just in time for Thanksgiving travels, the podcast team of Jason Alatidd and Jack Harvel with The Topeka Capital-Journal and John Hanna of the Associated Press break down the electio…

Get ready to laugh and be inspired as we sit down with Dan and Vicki, the dynamic duo behind TopCity Comedy! In this episode, they share their journey into the world of comedy, what inspired them to start TopCity Comedy, and how they’ve created a thriving platform for local comedians right here in Topeka. From hosting open mic nights to spotlightin…

In his sermon, Pastor Evan Bialk focuses on Mark 8:1-26, which recounts two significant miracles performed by Jesus: the feeding of the 4,000 and the healing of a blind man. Through these acts, Pastor emphasizes Jesus' compassion and divine power, highlighting that true faith extends beyond just recognizing physical needs. He challenges the congreg…

بقلم Fellowship Bible Church

بقلم Mark Doss

بقلم Jeremy Wynne, Doug Congdon, and Leigh Congdon

Today, we sit down with Brie Stricklin, the creative force behind Carter Hayes Creations! Brie shares the inspiring story of how she got into making stunning custom bleach tie-dye and colorful tie-dye shirts, turning her passion for art into a thriving business. But that's not all—Brie also talks about her career transition from being a school teac…

بقلم Jeff Rhoades

بقلم Joe Hishmeh

In this episode, we’re thrilled to talk with Angelique’ Taylor, the amazing owner of AO Nola Praline Candy! After relocating from Louisiana during Hurricane Katrina, Angelique’ brought a taste of New Orleans with her to Kansas – including her unforgettable praline candy recipe! She shares her inspiring story, the challenges of rebuilding in a new p…

In this sermon, Pastor Evan Bialk explores Mark 7:24-37, highlighting Jesus' interactions with a Gentile woman and a deaf man, emphasizing compassion and the inclusiveness of Christ's ministry. He discusses the significance of these acts within a cultural context, demonstrating how Jesus broke societal boundaries to fulfill his mission of salvation…

بقلم Mark Doss

Give.Serve.Love.: Week 3 - LoveThe arrival of Jesus signaled the end of the Temple model and the beginning of something new—an approach to faith characterized by love of others. The Temple model is you-focused, but Jesus’ new covenant calls for a focus on the you beside you. This is what’s required if we want to follow Jesus’ example and radically …

بقلم Jeremy Wynne, Doug Congdon, and Bill Horn

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Dr. Robert Perez, the Topeka City Manager! Dr. Perez shares his journey from serving as Assistant City Manager in Dallas, Texas, to embracing life in Topeka. He dives into his favorite things about the city, the incredible growth he’s seen, and what the future holds for Topeka! Get an insider’s view on how To…

بقلم Jeff Rhoades

In today's sermon, Pastor Evan Bialk continues the series on the Gospel of Mark, focusing on Mark 7:1-23. The passage highlights a confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees about the significance of traditions versus God’s commandments. Pastor Evan emphasizes Jesus’ teaching that true defilement arises from within a person’s heart, rather than …