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Sermon: Spoiler Alert | Week 1: Good News to the Poor // Brent Levy 30:54

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Date April 14, 2024 Synopsis In this episode, Pastor Brent explores the Parable of the Great Dinner from Luke 14 and how it relates to the theme of Jubilee, a concept rooted in the Jewish law book of Leviticus. Through this parable, Jesus demonstrates the expansive love and radical inclusion of God, upending expectations and reordering the world. W…

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Sermon: No God-Forsaken Place (Luke 24) // Camber Herrig 19:45

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Date April 7, 2024 Synopsis In this episode, we explore the story of Jesus appearing to his disciples on the road to Emmaus after his resurrection. You'll learn: How the disciples were feeling hopeless and confused after Jesus' death and the discovery of the empty tomb The significance of Jesus entering a "God-forsaken" place on the cross and defea…

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Sermon: A Different Kind of Memory (Easter 2024) // Brent Levy 22:27

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Date March 31, 2024 Synopsis In this powerful Easter sermon, Pastor Brent reflects on the significance of remembering the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how this remembrance can transform our lives and bring hope in the midst of life's challenges. Key Takeaways: The resurrection is not just about where we go when we die, but about the possibility…

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Sermon: Fast | Week 6: Fasting from Certainty // Rajeev Tiwari 24:54

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Date March 24, 2024 Synopsis Rajeev Tiwari brings our Fast series to a close with this sermon set against the backdrop of Holy Week and Palm Sunday. Rajeev challenges us to reconsider our perceptions of power, salvation, and the way of Jesus. References Scripture: Luke 19:28–44 What You Will Learn: The True Nature of Power: Discover how Jesus redef…

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Sermon: Fast | Week 5: Fasting from Holding It All Together // Brent Levy 29:14

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Date March 17, 2024 Synopsis This week, Brent invites us to fast from holding it all together. Drawing from personal anecdotes, cultural references, and poignant scriptural insights, Brent invites us into a space of vulnerability, showing us the strength in letting our guards down and the beauty in our shared humanity. What You'll Learn: The Power …

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The Speakeasy: Susannah Tuttle on Mycelium of Community Engagement, the Rights of Nature, and the Power of JEDI 1:05:18

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The Speakeasy is a gathering for unfiltered conversations on faith and justice. At each gathering, we invite a special guest to share their personal experiences and stories in conversation around a particular topic or issue related to faith and justice. We hope these events inspire empathy, foster common ground, and cultivate deeper connections in …

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Sermon: Fast | Week 4: Fasting from Planning and Deadlines // Brent Levy 27:50

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Date March 10, 2024 Synopsis This week, Brent shares about fasting from planning and deadlines in order to embrace ripening. You'll Learn The spiritual significance of fasting during Lent and how it prepares us for the joy of resurrection. Insights into the human tendency to control outcomes through planning and how this can hinder our spiritual gr…

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Sermon: Fast | Week 3: Fasting from Scarcity Anxiety // Brent Levy 30:04

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Date March 3, 2024 Synopsis This week’s Lenten practice is fasting from scarcity anxiety, the worry that there isn’t enough. You’ll hear about a diving board incident gone wrong, a rich fool, how scarcity is a part of our mindset from the moment we wake up, and more, and how to overcome it. References Scripture: Luke 12:13-35 About The Local Church…

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Sermon: Fast | Week 2: Fasting from Multitasking and Inattention // Brent Levy 29:57

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Date February 25, 2024 Synopsis We’re contuing our series for Lent, and this week’s fast might be particularly challenging. If you’ve ever texted during a movie, scrolled Instagram at a stoplight, played Royal Match in class, browsed the headlines at the dinner table, checked your email during a Zoom call, or made your grocery list during a sermon……

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Sermon: Fast | Week 1: Fasting from Consumption // Brent Levy 29:33

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Date February 18, 2024 Synopsis This week, we introduce a brand new series for Lent called “Fast: Practices for a Slow Lent and a Spacious Life.” References Scripture: Luke 9:51; Luke 10:1–12 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too.…

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Sermon: Wonder (Luke 9) // Brent Levy 25:04

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Date February 11, 2024 Synopsis It’s Transfiguration Sunday, and this week, Brent wonders if this story is not meant to be understood as much as it’s meant to be experienced. References Scripture: Luke 9:28–36 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, a…

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The Speakeasy: Mike Wiley on Empathy, Dribbling, and the Voices in His Head 53:58

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The Speakeasy is a gathering for unfiltered conversations on faith and justice. At each gathering, we invite a special guest to share their personal experiences and stories in conversation around a particular topic or issue related to faith and justice. We hope these events inspire empathy, foster common ground, and cultivate deeper connections in …

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Sermon: Follow Me (Luke 9) // Camber Herrig 17:57

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Date February 4, 2024 Synopsis This week, pastoral intern Camber Herrig introduces the concept of carceral hermeneutics and asks, “Who is Jesus,” and her answer might surprise you. References Scripture: Luke 9:18–27 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Thre…

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Sermon: What Is Your Name? (Luke 8) // Brent Levy 30:37

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Date January 28, 2024 Synopsis This week, we wrap up our time in Luke 8 with a sermon on birds, storms, demons, and names. References Scripture: Luke 8:22–39 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We…

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Conversation: Proximity // On the Israel-Gaza War with Rev. Brian Newman 48:30

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In this episode, Brian Newman, executive director of the Isaac Ishmael initiative, shares his unique perspective on the Israel-Gaza conflict, exploring its historical roots, theological implications, and the role of faith in pursuing peace. Historical Context of the Conflict: Brian Newman provides a historical overview of the Israel-Gaza conflict, …

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Sermon: Let it Shine (Luke 8) // Brent Levy 26:14

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Date January 21, 2024 Synopsis Three movements describing what it looks like to let your light shine References Scripture: Luke 8:16-21 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Em…

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Sermon: Garden Tools (Luke 8) // Brent Levy 29:43

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Date January 14, 2024 Synopsis This week, Brent offers a little hope to anyone who’s already failed their New Year’s resolutions and anyone who’s ever heard the Parable of the Sower and felt called out. This one’s for you. You'll learn: How to respond when you've already failed your New Year's resolutions or good intentions. The pastor shares openl…

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Sermon: Sunrise (Luke 2) // Brent Levy 28:09

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Date January 7, 2024 Synopsis Epiphany Sunday's episode tells Simeon and Anna's story, expectations around Jesus's arrival, trusting in God's work, and the link between sunrise and it all. References Scripture: Luke 2:21–40 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebo…

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Sermon: Christmas Eve // Brent Levy 22:49

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Date December 24, 2023 Synopsis Here are a few selections from our Christmas Eve Celebration at The Barn of Chapel Hill — featuring two songs and the sermon. References Scripture: Luke 2:1–20 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too.…

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Meditation: Why Do We Sing Together // Leah Benn Miller 4:39

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Date December 21, 2023 Synopsis As part of our Advent 4 At-Home Liturgy, Leah Benn Miller shares a brief meditation describing the history of singing in the church and the power it holds as we look toward the future God has for us. References Scripture: Luke 1:67–80 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our websi…

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Sermon: Back to the Future | Week 3: Speak Now // Brent Levy 28:20

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Date December 17, 2023 Synopsis We continue with our third Sunday of Advent, and this week’s theme is Joy. To celebrate, Brent preaches on Taylor Swift, Easter eggs, and how each glimpse of joy offers a taste of what’s to come. References Scripture: Luke 1:57-66 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. …

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Sermon: Back to the Future | Week 2: People of Peace // Brent Levy 33:11

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Date December 10, 2023 Synopsis Amidst disorientation, fear, and an uncertain future, Elizabeth becomes a person of peace for Mary. References Scripture: Luke 1:26-56 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Com…

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Sermon: Back to the Future | Week 1: Unimaginable, Absurd Hope // Brent Levy 30:18

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Date December 3, 2023 Synopsis This week, we begin our new series, “Back to the Future.” Advent beckons us to imagine a future that once felt unimaginable, inviting us to suspend disbelief, trust in God's promises, and actively participate in distributing a better future. References Scripture: Luke 1:5–25 About The Local Church For more information…

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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 4: St. Clare of Assisi // Leah Benn Miller 29:43

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Date November 26, 2023 Synopsis This week, we’re wrapping up our In Good Company series on the saints with a venerated saint who doesn’t get a lot of airtime: St. Clare of Assisi. Leah Benn Miller brings the good word this week! References Scripture: Luke 7:36–50 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website.…

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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 3: Bayard Rustin // Brent Levy 30:21

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Date November 19, 2023 Synopsis This week, we share the story of a saint who made an indelible impact on the twentieth century but has been largely written out of history, had deep faith roots that shaped his life and belief in profound ways, and has a surprising local connection References Scripture: Luke 7:18–35 About The Local Church For more in…

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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 2: Dorothy Day // Catherine Neal 28:26

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Date November 12, 2023 Synopsis We continue our In Good Company series on the saints by meeting Dorothy Day. References Scripture: Luke 7:11–17 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hea…

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Sermon: In Good Company | Week 1: Fred Rogers // Brent Levy 28:36

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Date November 5, 2023 Synopsis It’s the first week of a new season of In Good Company! This week, paired with Luke 7:1-10, Brent shares about a saint who is a meticulous writer, an accomplished musician, an ordained minister, and a revered teacher — one whose voice we need now, perhaps more than ever. In this sermon, you'll learn: The concept of sa…

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Sermon: Foundation (Luke 6) // Brent Levy 29:16

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Date October 29, 2023 Synopsis It’s the fourth and final week with Jesus for his Sermon on the Plain in Luke. This week, he brings it all home. References Scripture: Luke 6:43–49 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Qu…

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Sermon: Feels Like Home (Luke 6) | Brent Levy 31:11

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Date October 22, 2023 Synopsis We’re continuing to move slowly through Luke’s Sermon on the Plain with what Jesus really means when he tells us to take the log out of our own eyes. References Scripture: Luke 6:39–45 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Thre…

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Sermon: Wombish (Luke 6) // Camber Herrig 20:02

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Date October 15, 2023 Synopsis This week, we continue on through Jesus's Sermon on the Plain in Luke. Duke Intern Camber Herrig emphasizes the importance of embracing enemies with compassion and understanding rather than hostility, drawing parallels between the act of loving one's enemies and interpreting arguments with generosity. The central mess…

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Sermon: Poor (Luke 6) // Brent Levy 31:53

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Date October 8, 2023 Synopsis Our slow roll through Luke continues with a deep dive in Luke’s Sermon on the Plain. Brent gives a tour through this first section with three stops that each tell us a little more about who Jesus is. References Scripture: Luke 6:17–26 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website…

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Sermon: Why Did God Make Leaves Fall? (Luke 5) // Brent Levy 26:38

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Date October 1, 2023 Synopsis A message on Luke 5 and the call of Levi for anyone who’s internalized harmful voices or unproductive thoughts, felt disqualified from faith for whatever reason, distant from God, or been told there are preconditions for inclusion in God’s family. References Scripture: Luke 5:27–39 About The Local Church For more infor…

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Sermon: Their Faith (Luke 5) // Catherine Neal 21:48

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Date September 24, 2023 Synopsis Catherine Neal continues our slow roll through the Gospel according to Luke with a look at a fascinating story about a paralyzed man crowded out — and his friends’ desperate attempt to get him to Jesus. In this sermon, you'll learn: The significance of friends who carry a paralyzed man to Jesus How busyness can hind…

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Sermon: Today // Brent Levy 30:30

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Date September 17, 2023 Synopsis We continue our slow roll through Luke with the beginning of his public ministry in his hometown. In this sermon, you’ll learn: Why Jesus uses particular ideas as he begins his ministry The historical and theological significance of the Year of Jubilee Jubilee's connection to Jesus's ministry The challenge of embrac…

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Sermon: At the Speed of Love // Brent Levy 30:14

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Date September 10, 2023 Synopsis This week, Brent introduces a new initiative for us at The Local Church — a slow roll through the Gospel According to Luke. In this episode, you'll learn: What John the Baptizer means by "bear fruits worthy of repentance" Why he is trying to provoke a crisis for his hearers How crises force us to ask hard questions …

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Sermon: Ask Us Anything | Week 4: Is salvation available to people not of the Christian faith? // Brent Levy 30:49

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Date September 3, 2023 Synopsis This week, we wrap up our Ask Us Anything series with a big question: How do we relate to people of other religions? Is salvation available to people not of the Christian faith? In this episode, you'll learn: How Christians should interact with people of other religions The practice of holy envy Some questions to ask…

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Sermon: Ask Us Anything | Week 2: How do I know what God wants me to do? // Brent Levy 38:30

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Date August 20, 2023 Synopsis It’s the second week of our Ask Us Anything series, and this week’s topic is how to know what God wants you to do. You’ll learn: the difference between discernment and decision-making the three key steps of discernment why it shouldn't be done alone the good news no matter what decision you make References Scripture: A…

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Sermon: Ask Us Anything 2023 | Week 1: How do you find forgiveness? // Brent Levy 27:34

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Date August 13, 2023 Synopsis We’re bringing back our Ask Us Anything series for a new year, and we kick it off with a big question: How do you find forgiveness, especially for somoene who isn’t interested in seeking it? In this episode, you’ll learn: why questions are vital to our faith journey and why asking them puts us in good company with Jesu…

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Sermon: That’s What He Said | Week 4 // Brent Levy 29:17

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Date August 6, 2023 Synopsis It’s the fourth and final week of our That’s What He Said series. This week: Jesus as Savior. In this sermon, you'll learn about the life of Jesus, his embodiment of humility, vulnerability, and compassion, and the significance of his humanity in the context of healing and salvation. Additionally, you'll gain a deeper u…

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Sermon: That’s What He Said | Week 3 // Brent Levy 26:43

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Date July 30, 2023 Synopsis This week, as part of our “That’s What He Said” series on the identity of Jesus in his own words, Brent asks, “What does it mean that Jesus is Lord?" In this sermon, you'll: learn to embrace life's absurdity and find wonder in everyday moments discover the political resistance behind the confession, "Jesus is Lord" under…

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Sermon: That’s What He Said | Week 2 // Jennifer Garcia Bashaw 29:58

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Date July 23, 2023 Synopsis We’re joined by the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Garcia Bashaw this week to continue our series, “That’s What He Said," on the identity of Jesus in his own words. This week, Jen Garcia Bashaw teaches about what it means that Jesus is “the Way.” Spoiler alert: It may not be with you think. References Scripture: John 14:1–7 About The…

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Sermon: That’s What He Said | Week 1 // Brent Levy 27:37

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Date July 16, 2023 Synopsis Brent kicks off a new sermon series digging into the words of Jesus to get a more robust understanding of who he is and what it means to follow him. References Scripture: John 15:12–17 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads…

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Sermon: The Gospel According To | Week 4 // Brent Levy 29:46

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Date July 9, 2023 Synopsis This week, Brent wraps up our “The Gospel According To” series with some good news about God’s love and the effect it has on our being. References Scripture: Matthew 9:18–26; 1 John 4:7–21 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Thre…

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Sermon: The Gospel According To | Week 3 // Rajeev Tiwari 24:02

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Date July 2, 2023 Synopsis This week, as part of our “The Gospel According To” series, Rajeev shares some good news about how Jesus' hope in imperfect disciples gives us hope for tomorrow and helps us live well in our community and the world. References Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, v…

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Sermon: The Gospel According To | Week 2 // Stephanie Terry 39:05

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Date June 25, 2023 Synopsis In this second week of The Gospel According To, Brent chats with Stephanie Terry from WEBB Squared and CORE. Stephanie shares how her faith and spirituality help her navigate challenges and find hope in people and God's goodness. References Scripture: Psalm 46 About The Local Church For more information about The Local C…

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Sermon: The Gospel According To | Week 1 // Dakota Philbrick, Love Chatham 31:27

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Date June 18, 2023 Synopsis This week, we kick off a summer series that’s all about good news. This week, Brent sits down with Dakota Philbrick of Love Chatham for a conversation about his journey, hope in the midst of despair, and the good news he’s a part of. References Scripture: Luke 10:1–12 About The Local Church For more information about The…

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Sermon: I Don't Think That Means What You Think It Means: A Sermon on the Great Commission, Trinity Sunday, and Friendship | Brent Levy 25:45

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Date June 4, 2023 Synopsis Trinity Sunday celebrates the doctrine of the Trinity and the idea that the very nature and being of God is community. The Great Commission, often misused for colonization and coercion, should be reimagined as an invitation to learn together and build inclusive friendships rooted in the way of love revealed in Trinity. Re…

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Sermon: Embrace the Awkward | Week 5: Embracing Our Witness // Brent Levy 28:02

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Date May 21, 2023 Synopsis It’s the final week of Easter, and our Embrace the Awkward is coming to a close, too. This week: The real reason Brent became a Methodist pastor, learning how to drive stick, and Jesus saying, “Your turn." References Scripture: [Acts 1:1-11](URL here) Here's the podcast Brent referenced on Sunday morning: No Small Endeavo…

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Sermon: Embrace the Awkward | Week 4: Embrace Letting Yourself Be Seen // Brent Levy 27:46

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Date May 14, 2023 Synopsis This week, with a whole lot of awkwardness, Brent shares about why hugs are good for you, why Peter might put on his clothes before jumping in the water, and the power of being seen, known, and loved. References Scripture: John 21:1-19 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. …

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Sermon: Embrace the Awkward | Week 3: Embrace the Bumps in the Road // Haley Capps 15:22

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Date May 7, 2023 Synopsis On this Confirmation Sunday, Haley Capps offers her final message as a Duke intern and shares encouragement for what to do when you hit a bump in the road References Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2–10 About The Local Church For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook and…

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