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Here We Woe Again: Jenna Ortega, Creators Al Gough & Miles Millar 31:46

منذ 11 يومًا31:46

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BE WARNED! This podcast will contain spoilers for Wednesday Season 2, episodes 1-4. Join host Caitlin Reilly each week as she takes you deep into the twisted world of Wednesday with an amazing group of guests! And producer Thing will be helping out to make sure everything goes to plan - well, mostly, anyway... In this episode: Jenna Ortega peels back the layers on the new tension between Wednesday and Enid. And that terrifying vision! Plus… Series showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar reveal why they made Morticia Addams such a central character in this season, and what it means for Wednesday. Whether you’re a normie or an outcast, the Wednesday Season 2 Official Woecast will be the place for all things Nevermore! For more juicy details about Wednesday Season 2, head over to Tudum.com to get all of the latest updates. 1:15 Preparing for Season 2 3:25 Evolving Wednesday’s look for Season 2 4:12 Addams clan expands for Season 2 6:12 Joanna Lumley joining the cast 7:38 Wednesday and Enid's Friendship 9:00 Wednesday’s Vision 10:50 Jenna is a Producer 13:45 Al and Miles introduction 14:03 Wednesday takes down a Serial Killer 15:05 Intergenerational Relationships & the Addams Women 17:48 Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia in Season 2 20:48 Wednesday and Enid’s relationship 24:04 Steve Buscemi joining the cast 26:19 Wednesday’s popular! 27:45 Boy with the Clockwork Heart stop motion sequence…

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Empty Townhouses and Flowery Posts: The Reward Problem 21:52

منذ يومين21:52

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What if the beautiful flowers we showcase on social media were just the perfect frame hiding a garden overrun with weeds? That carefully curated image represents how many of us approach not just our online presence, but our spiritual lives as well. In this deeply introspective exploration, we examine the concept of spiritual authenticity through the lens of Jesus's teachings in Matthew 6. Like those famous London townhouses with perfect facades hiding completely empty interiors, we're often tempted to craft a religious persona that looks impressive from the outside while remaining hollow within. Jesus presents us with a profound choice: we can perform our good deeds, prayers, and generosity to receive immediate acclaim from others, or we can practice these disciplines privately and receive a lasting reward from God. "Your method points to your motivation," and that motivation determines which reward you'll ultimately receive. The contrast is stark between serving others for social media content versus serving them simply because they matter. When we exploit vulnerable populations for photo opportunities or turn prayer into a performance art, we've chosen human applause as our payment. But Jesus invites us into something far more meaningful – a genuine relationship with God that doesn't require public validation. This isn't about never serving publicly or praying corporately. Rather, it's about examining our hearts and asking uncomfortable questions: Would I still give if no one knew? Would I still pray if no one could hear except God? Would I still serve if I couldn't post about it afterward? Though we'll all fail at maintaining pure motives sometimes, God's grace covers our shortcomings. The invitation remains: choose the reward that honors Him rather than ourselves. Will you accept the challenge to cultivate a life of authenticity, integrity, and presence with God, even when no one's watching? Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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The Pharisee Within: Trading Rules for Relationship 25:52

منذ 12 يومًا25:52

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Have you ever felt like you're doing all the "right" spiritual things but still missing something? This profound question opens our exploration of how we can unintentionally trade relationship with God for routines centered around God. The Pharisees were devoted, serious about Scripture, and committed to living how they thought God wanted. Yet when confronted with God in the flesh, they completely missed him. This series holds up a mirror asking not "What's wrong with them?" but "Where is the Pharisee in me?" In Mark 7, Jesus confronts religious leaders who were upset that his disciples weren't following traditional hand-washing rituals. What began as good intentions had evolved into burdensome systems where human traditions carried nearly the same weight as Scripture itself. Rather than defending his disciples, Jesus addresses the heart issue: "These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me." While we might not hide behind the same religious traditions today, we create our own barriers through personal preferences and emotions. We develop spiritual checklists that make us feel righteous without necessarily transforming our hearts. We go through motions – reading scripture, praying before meals, attending services – while avoiding true surrender. God isn't impressed by religious performance. He's looking for integrity, a surrendered heart, and a life that reflects his character. The invitation is clear: trade performance for presence. Let God have your heart, not just your habits. Read the Bible to listen, not check boxes. Examine whether your spiritual practices are drawing you closer to Jesus or helping you avoid surrender. If you've felt burned by religion, this is good news: Jesus doesn't want your perfection – he wants your heart. You don't need to clean yourself up or learn all the rules; you simply come as you are. The question remains: Are you honoring God with your lips while keeping your heart distant? Join us next week as we continue examining where the Pharisee lives in each of us, exploring how we judge others while failing to show mercy ourselves. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Misery Meets Mercy: Examining Our Hearts Before Condemning Others 23:38

منذ 12 يومًا23:38

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When confronted with a woman caught in adultery, Jesus faced a carefully crafted trap. The Pharisees, delighting in their judgment, expected him to either condemn her according to Mosaic law or reveal himself as a false teacher by showing mercy. Instead, Jesus turned their trap against them with eight powerful words: "Let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone." This sermon examines how easily we slip into the role of the Pharisee, justifying our judgment of others while overlooking our own failings. Four warning signs reveal when we've crossed into unfair judgment: being more upset with others' sins than embarrassed by our own, cutting off those who disagree with us, bonding with others by critiquing common enemies, and manipulating moral frameworks to justify predetermined outcomes. The physical sensations of judgment work both ways - when judged, we feel tightness and isolation; when judging, we experience anger and negativity that oozes from within us. This reveals the heart issue at the core of judgment. St. Augustine described the conclusion of this story as "misery and mercy left alone" - the woman in her misery meeting Jesus, the embodiment of mercy. Rather than condemning her, Jesus commissioned her with "Go and sin no more." How might our communities transform if we examined our own hearts before picking up stones to throw? As we receive communion, we remember not only Christ's mercy toward us but also our unity with one another. The question remains: Do we judge, or do we show mercy? Choose today to embody love that never gives up, never loses faith, and endures through every circumstance. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Beyond Spiritual Performance: Finding Authentic Faith 30:45

منذ 24 يومًا30:45

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The gap between knowing and living, between religious performance and authentic faith—this is where many of us find ourselves today. In this challenging and heartfelt message, Stephen Feith opens a new six-week series with a question that hits close to home: "Have you ever done the right thing for the wrong reasons?" Drawing from Matthew 23, Stephen examines why the Pharisees—people who believed in Scripture, the Messiah, and resurrection—completely missed Jesus when he stood right in front of them. Their failure wasn't a lack of knowledge or even wrong practices; it was that they had substituted the appearance of righteousness for actual transformation. The parallels to our modern spiritual experience are striking. We live in an age saturated with biblical knowledge and spiritual content. We know how to look and sound spiritual. Yet as Stephen powerfully puts it, "We are educated beyond our obedience." We know far more about God than we're willing to live out. Jesus uses startling imagery like whitewashed tombs to illustrate this spiritual danger—appearing beautiful externally while harboring death within. This isn't just about personal hypocrisy; it's about how our focus on appearances rather than transformation can actually contaminate those closest to us. But this message isn't about condemnation. After his strong rebukes, Jesus shifts to a maternal image of longing: "How often I've wanted to gather your children together as a hen protects her chicks." His desire isn't to shame us but to free us, not to punish but to gather us in love. Whether you're exploring faith, returning to it, or consider yourself spiritually mature, this message offers a powerful invitation to move beyond spiritual performance to spiritual surrender. Because Jesus didn't die so we could learn the correct answers—he died to give us new hearts. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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The Beast, the Lamb, and Who Gets Your Allegiance 43:13

منذ 5 weeks43:13

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Have you ever been terrified by end-times prophecies based on Revelation? You're not alone. Randy Knie vividly recalls sitting on his parents' bed at 13, trembling as he read a newsletter predicting imminent apocalypse—supposedly decoded straight from Revelation's pages. This traumatic experience mirrors countless others who've either become obsessed with this mysterious biblical book or avoid it entirely. But what if Revelation isn't primarily about predicting when the world ends? What if it's actually a revolutionary message about where we place our allegiance in a world of competing powers? In this illuminating exploration, Randy unpacks Revelation as "apocalyptic" literature—not meaning catastrophic destruction, but rather an "unveiling" of what's really happening behind world events. Written to persecuted Christians under Roman oppression, Revelation uses coded imagery that would be recognized by believers but missed by authorities. The heart of Revelation centers not on fearsome beasts but on "a Lamb that looked as if it had been slaughtered." This unexpected protagonist creates a profound counter-narrative to empire's violent power. Meanwhile, the beasts from sea and earth represent not specific individuals but timeless systems of war, violence, and economic exploitation that demand human allegiance throughout history. Most striking is the final battle scene where Jesus appears already covered in blood before the fighting begins—his own sacrificial blood, not his enemies'. This radical inversion challenges popular interpretations of a vengeful warrior Christ and reveals a victory achieved not through domination but through self-sacrifice. What does this mean for us today? In a polarized society where political leaders, media voices, and national identities demand our unwavering loyalty, Revelation boldly asks: where does your true allegiance lie? Join us in discovering how this ancient text speaks with surprising relevance to our modern struggles with power, violence, and competing claims on our hearts. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Church Divided: Overcoming Discrimination with the Holy Spirit 29:02

منذ 7 weeks29:02

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When discrimination emerged in the early church, it sparked a revolutionary leadership model that still challenges us today. This message examines a pivotal moment in Acts 6 where Greek-speaking Jewish Christians complained their widows were being overlooked in food distribution by the Hebrew-speaking majority. Rather than dismissing these concerns or implementing top-down solutions, the apostles responded with remarkable wisdom. They recognized that the most effective response would come through empowering members of the marginalized community themselves. The seven leaders they commissioned—all bearing Greek names—demonstrate how the early church prioritized cultural competency and representation. This passage invites us to reconsider what it means to be "Pentecost people." While many contrast Pentecost with Babel, viewing one as unifying and the other as dividing, closer examination reveals both affirm diversity. At Babel, humanity's uniformity was scattered into beautiful multiplicity. At Pentecost, this diversity wasn't erased but transcended—people heard God's praises in their native tongues. Today's church faces similar challenges with discrimination along racial, gender, and sexuality lines. Acts 6 offers a powerful corrective, showing that authentic Christian community doesn't erase differences but empowers diverse voices. The criteria for leadership—being "full of the Spirit and wisdom"—applied equally to those preaching and those distributing food, challenging hierarchical notions of ministry. What would change if we followed this model? How might our churches transform if we recognized that sometimes holy complaints reveal places where the Spirit wants to work? Join us as we explore how embracing both cultural and spiritual diversity reflects God's heart for a church where everyone has a vital role to play. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Faithful to the End: Stephen's Martyrdom and Hope 28:34

منذ 7 weeks28:34

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What happens when human systems fail us? Where do we turn when justice becomes injustice? Stephen's powerful story provides an answer that still resonates today. Standing before a hostile council with false witnesses arrayed against him, Stephen doesn't cower in fear but shines with supernatural radiance – "his face became as bright as an angel's." This first Christian martyr demonstrates what hope looks like when it's anchored not in human systems but in Christ himself. The irony is striking: Stephen faces accusations from the "synagogue of freed slaves" – people who had experienced persecution becoming persecutors themselves. His defense doesn't focus on self-preservation but on Israel's long history of rejecting God's chosen leaders. "You have betrayed and murdered the Righteous One," he boldly proclaims, seeing beyond his immediate circumstances to the eternal reality. When the council drags him out for execution, Stephen's final words mirror Christ's own: "Lord, don't charge them with this sin." Meanwhile, a young man named Saul watches approvingly – the future Apostle Paul, whose transformation would further demonstrate God's redemptive power. Stephen's name (Stephanos in Greek) means "crown," connecting him to every New Testament reference to crowns – from Jesus' crown of thorns to the crown of righteousness promised to believers. His story reminds us that being filled with the Spirit doesn't guarantee comfort but does provide supernatural perspective when systems turn against us. Are you facing opposition? Feeling the weight of broken systems? Stephen's witness challenges us to examine where our ultimate hope lies. Not in human institutions, but in "the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, in the power of the Holy Spirit, in the life-sustaining creation of God." Join us as we explore what it means to be a "Pentecost people" – defined not by human approval but by the same Spirit that allowed Stephen to see heaven opened even as stones rained down upon him. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Costly Obedience: When Following Jesus Means Going Against the Crowd 26:02

منذ 7 weeks26:02

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What happens when following Jesus puts you at odds with everyone around you? When doing the right thing costs you something meaningful—comfort, relationships, or future plans? This transformative episode explores the courage of the early church in Acts 5, where ordinary believers faced extraordinary opposition yet remained steadfast in their mission. The apostles, once hiding in fear after Jesus' crucifixion, now boldly performed miracles in the same temple courts where their teacher had been condemned. As their influence grew, so did the resistance from religious authorities. Arrested, miraculously freed, and then arrested again, Peter stands before the high council with a declaration that would redefine authority itself: "We must obey God rather than any human authority." Most striking is how these followers responded to suffering. After being flogged—a punishment designed to humiliate as much as hurt—they left "rejoicing that God had counted them worthy to suffer disgrace for the Name." This profound reframing challenges our modern tendency to view hardship as something to avoid or as evidence we're doing something wrong. For the early church, resistance wasn't just expected; it confirmed they were walking in Jesus' footsteps. The message speaks directly to our struggles today. Standing firm in your values at work, setting healthy boundaries in relationships, or identifying openly with your faith will sometimes invite opposition. Yet the gospel has always advanced not through comfort but through costly obedience. You don't need to be fearless to follow Jesus—just willing. The same Spirit that empowered the apostles remains available to us as we navigate our own challenging terrain of discipleship. Wonder what might happen if we became communities known for choosing obedience over approval? What could God do through people who understand that resistance doesn't mean we're off track, but that we might be right where we need to be? Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Beyond Spiritual Performance: The Path to Authentic Faith 31:28

منذ 9 weeks31:28

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What does it truly mean to live a Spirit-guided life beyond Sunday mornings and worship experiences? Through the lens of a profound contrast in the early church, we discover that authenticity matters more than appearance when building genuine spiritual community. The story of Acts 4-5 presents us with two portraits: a radically generous community characterized by trust, and a couple whose deception undermines that very foundation. While the early believers reimagined ownership—holding possessions loosely and giving from Spirit-led conviction rather than obligation—Ananias and Sapphira sought the reputation of generosity without its substance. This exploration reveals a powerful truth: the early church wasn't just inspired; they were empowered to live differently in everyday choices. Their approach shifted the question from "how much should I give?" to "what do I have that I don't need to keep?" The result was revolutionary—a community where needs were eliminated through preemptive generosity that created systemic change. Through Barnabas, we see leadership beginning not with credentials but character—sacrificial actions that surrendered security for calling. In stark contrast, Ananias and Sapphira embody performance, wanting the appearance of radical commitment without actually being committed. Their deception becomes the first internal threat to the church's unity and vitality. The message for us is both challenging and liberating: integrity isn't about perfection but truthfulness. It's not having nothing to hide, but choosing not to hide. There's a crucial difference between healthy privacy that protects boundaries and secrecy that protects the ego. The Spirit who empowers is the same Spirit who purifies, forming us into people who live authentically before God and others. Are you more concerned with appearing godly than actually surrendering to God? Transformation begins not with flawless performance but with the courage to be real—stepping into the light where God's grace meets you and resurrection life takes hold. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: What Happens When the Spirit Moves 24:43

منذ 11 weeks24:43

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What does courage look like when following Jesus means facing resistance? Pastor Stephen Feith takes us through Acts 3-4, where we discover that spiritual boldness isn't reserved for the naturally confident or specially trained—it's available to every believer who depends on the Holy Spirit. The journey begins with Peter and John noticing a disabled man whom everyone else had learned to ignore. This simple act of seeing someone reveals how spiritual courage often starts: not with grand proclamations, but with compassionate presence in ordinary moments. When healing occurs and crowds gather, Peter redirects attention away from himself and toward Jesus—demonstrating that true boldness points beyond ourselves to Christ. Opposition arrives quickly as religious authorities arrest Peter and John for speaking about resurrection. Standing before the same council that condemned Jesus, these "uneducated, ordinary men" speak with astonishing clarity. The authorities recognize they "had been with Jesus"—revealing the true source of their courage wasn't natural confidence but spiritual connection. Most remarkably, after being threatened and released, the early believers don't pray for safety or easier circumstances—they pray for greater boldness to continue speaking truth despite the risks. This pattern challenges our typical responses to pressure. How often do we pray to escape difficult situations rather than asking for faithfulness within them? Whether it's initiating a hard conversation, standing for what's right when it's unpopular, admitting our struggles, or extending forgiveness, the Spirit offers not timidity but "power, love, and self-discipline." As C.S. Lewis wrote, "Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point." Your courage might actually be the answer to someone else's prayers. Subscribe now to explore how the Spirit activates ordinary people for extraordinary impact in a world that needs the hope only Jesus provides. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Between Ascension and Pentecost: When Faith Requires Action 22:03

منذ 14 weeks22:03

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The space between Jesus' ascension and Pentecost represents one of the most unique transitional periods in church history. What do you do when your leader has physically departed, but the promised Holy Spirit hasn't yet arrived? This message explores this fascinating moment captured in Acts 1:12-26, revealing how the early disciples navigated uncertainty while preparing for God's next move. After Jesus departed, about 120 believers—including the eleven disciples, the faithful women who supported Jesus' ministry, Mary his mother, and even his formerly skeptical brothers—gathered in constant prayer. From this community emerged Peter, the disciple who had previously denied Christ but was now stepping into leadership. His approach to replacing Judas provides a masterclass in decision-making during waiting seasons. Peter blended scriptural reasoning (drawing from Psalms), practical wisdom (establishing qualifications for apostleship), communal discernment, and ultimately a willingness to move forward despite incomplete clarity. When faced with two qualified candidates—Joseph called Barsabbas and Matthias—they prayed for guidance and cast lots, trusting God to work through their process. This ancient story offers profound wisdom for modern believers navigating their own waiting periods. God rarely offers dramatic supernatural confirmations for every decision. Instead, He invites us to consult Scripture, use sound judgment, seek His guidance through prayer, and then take action. The message is clear and liberating: "Do not sit around paralyzed waiting for a miracle that God never promised would happen." Whether you're facing career uncertainty, relationship challenges, or spiritual questions, this teaching will help you discover how to move forward faithfully even when God's specific direction seems unclear. Learn to embrace the grace that allows God to work through your best efforts, even when those efforts are imperfect. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Embracing the In-Between: Finding God in Life's Waiting Seasons 24:57

منذ 15 weeks24:57

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Have you ever found yourself caught in life's waiting room? That space between where you were and where you're headed, but with no clear roadmap for how to get there? In this powerful message on waiting, Pastor Stephen Feith gets refreshingly honest about his own struggles with patience and the tendency to either rush ahead or delay too long. Drawing from Acts 1, we witness the disciples' confusion after Jesus ascends to heaven—standing, staring at the sky, uncertain what to do next. It's a scene that perfectly captures our own spiritual limbo when we're waiting for God's direction. The angels' gentle redirection to the disciples echoes into our lives today: "Why do you stand here staring into heaven?" Sometimes our spiritual waiting isn't about God making us wait, but about us avoiding what we already know we should do. We disguise fear as wisdom, hesitation as discernment, and delay as dependence on God. Through biblical examples of Abraham, Moses, and Paul, Pastor Stephen demonstrates that faith has never meant having the full picture before stepping out. Instead, God reveals more of the path as we obey what He's already shown us. "Faith isn't about having all the answers," Stephen explains. "Faith is about trusting that God is the answer and stepping forward anyway." This message cuts through spiritual clichés to ask the tough question: What clear instruction from God have you been avoiding? Whether it's forgiveness, generosity, service, or speaking truth, your next step of obedience might be simpler than you think. In these in-between seasons, God isn't just preparing your destination—He's shaping you. Ready to stop staring at the sky and start walking by faith? Listen now and find the courage to take your next step. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Holy Waiting: Finding Purpose in Life's Pauses 25:05

منذ 15 weeks25:05

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Between resurrection and Pentecost lies a crucial season that transformed ordinary followers into world-changers. This waiting period wasn't wasted—it was precisely where God prepared His people for an unprecedented mission. The disciples found themselves in limbo. Their Rabbi had conquered death, yet confusion lingered. What comes next? When would Israel be restored? Rather than offering clear timelines, Jesus redirected their focus: "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you." Before they could go change the world, they needed to wait. This pattern reveals a profound truth for our spiritual journeys today. When we find ourselves in waiting seasons—seeking healing, clarity, or breakthrough—we're not being punished. These periods confirm what's true and prepare us for what's coming. The disciples craved certainty just as we do, but Jesus knew they needed something more fundamental: supernatural power from above. What made the early church extraordinary wasn't superior information or organizational structure. They changed the world because they were immersed in God's presence and empowered for His mission. Jesus didn't want followers who merely believed the right facts about Him—He wanted disciples filled with the same Spirit that raised Him from the dead. Throughout Christian history, believers have emphasized different aspects of the Spirit's work—producing holiness, enabling spiritual gifts, or empowering service. The beauty of Acts is that it embraces all these dimensions. The Spirit-filled life isn't a "special deluxe edition" of faith but essential for every believer who wants to experience the fullness of what God offers. Are you trying to navigate life's challenges through human effort alone? Have you settled for knowing about God without experiencing His transforming presence? Join us as we explore what happens when ordinary people surrender to divine power and discover that waiting seasons often become the launching pad for God's greatest work in and through us. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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The Resurrection's Invitation: Finding New Life in Ancient Truth 17:36

منذ 17 weeks17:36

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Jesus is alive, and that changes everything. The resurrection stands as the ultimate pivot point of history—not just as a miracle to analyze but as a living reality that transforms how we understand ourselves and our world. What does it mean that Jesus rose from the dead? It means that death isn't the final word. It means that suffering doesn't have the last say. Most radically, it means that new life can emerge from our darkest moments. The women who discovered the empty tomb weren't looking for hope—they were carrying spices to anoint a dead body. Yet they encountered a question that still challenges us: "Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive?" Too often we search for hope in places where it cannot be found. We assume God has stopped working in our circumstances when He's simply moved ahead of us. Faith rarely begins with certainty. It starts in confusion, with half-formed hope and unanswered questions. Just like the disciples on the road to Emmaus who didn't recognize Jesus walking beside them, we often fail to see how God is already working in our lives, stirring something within us before we can name it. The resurrection narrative doesn't end with Easter Sunday. Its power continues to unfold as we allow the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead to transform our lives. Whether you're walking through grief, facing unfair accusations, or dealing with quiet disappointments, the resurrection meets you in that place—not to provide easy answers, but to walk alongside you toward something new. Have you experienced the slow burn of resurrection hope in your own life? The invitation stands not just to remember what happened 2,000 years ago, but to participate in what's still happening today. Join us as we continue exploring what it means to live as resurrection people in a world still waiting for hope. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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Palm Sunday: The King's Unexpected Path 24:06

منذ 17 weeks24:06

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The rhythm of Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday's triumphant yet misunderstood entry—a king riding on a donkey while crowds wave palm branches, hoping for political liberation but receiving something far more profound. This sermon explores the rich symbolism of Holy Week and how it creates essential spiritual rhythms that help us focus on timeless truths throughout our year. As we journey through Luke 19, we discover the crowd's expectations didn't align with Jesus' mission. While they waved palm branches—symbols of military victory since the Maccabean Revolt—Jesus wept over Jerusalem, knowing they missed "the way to peace" standing right before them. His path forward would confound everyone: overturning temple tables, claiming divine authority, and ultimately gathering his disciples for one final Passover meal. The Lord's Supper, instituted during this last meal, transforms the ancient Passover symbols into something revolutionary. The unleavened bread—originally representing Israel's hasty exodus from Egypt—becomes Christ's body broken for us. The cup of blessing becomes the "new covenant" in his blood, establishing a relationship not just with Israel but with all who come to his table. When we participate in communion today, we're literally dining with the divine. This sacred moment offers weekly transformation as heaven and earth intersect at the table. Jesus welcomes everyone—even Judas was at that first table—reminding us that communion isn't about our worthiness but about God's unconditional love reaching into our brokenness. As we prepare our hearts for Easter, remember that God's redemptive plan often looks different than expected. The disciples were confused and would soon flee, but God's cosmic redemption was unfolding perfectly. This week, embrace a posture of remembrance and openness to how God might surprise you with resurrection power in unexpected ways. Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family. For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here . Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website. Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.…

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