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Church of the Valley SermonsSecured in ChristJoin us as Tim Reilly unpacks Romans 8:31-39.2025-05-2140 minChurch of the Valley SermonsBy Grace Alone, Through Faith Alone, in Christ AloneRomans 4:1-12Speaker: Tim Reilly2025-03-0534 min
North Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Crucifixion of Christ – Bro. Tom ApusenBro. Tom Apusen preached a message entitled “The Crucifixion of Christ” during the Sunday Morning service on January 5, 2025, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2025-01-0732 min
Preach: The Catholic Homilies PodcastThe kingship of Christ reveals God's mercy, not condemnationThis episode is a re-airing of our 2023 episode for the feast of Christ the King.The Scripture readings for the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, invite us to interpret the Scriptures through a lens that is perhaps less common for this celebration. Agbonkhianmeghe Orobator, S.J, tries to imagine ways in which the readings for the last Sunday of the liturgical calendar, “can be perceived less as a hierarchical, patriarchal or monarchical depiction of who God is in Christ through the Spirit, and more about how God relates to us...2024-11-1833 min
This Whole LifeEp59 The Temperament God Gave You w/ Art & Laraine Bennett"But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me has not been in vain."~ 1 Corinthians 15:10Why do I react the way that I do?How much of my personality can I change?How does my temperament impact my relationships, my work, and my faith?Join Kenna and Pat as they dive into the fascinating world of temperaments with Art and Laraine Bennett, renowned authors of "The Temperament God Gave You." In this enriching episode, discover how understanding temperaments can lead to...2024-10-281h 13North Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Goodness of Christ – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled "The Goodness of Christ" at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California, during the Wednesday Evening service on September 18, 2024. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2024-09-2026 min
AMDG: A Jesuit PodcastTransforming Lives Behind and Beyond Prison Walls with Fr. Zach Presutti, SJThere aren’t that many times in the Gospels when Jesus tells his disciples how they might act if they’re hoping to get to heaven one day. When Jesus does indeed get that direct, it’s probably a smart idea to pay attention. And probably the most famous example of this sort of Jesus talk comes in the 25th chapter of Matthew’s Gospel. It’s the Last Judgment story, the one about the sheep and the goats. Jesus tells his friends that whenever they feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, welcome the stranger, clothe the naked, care for t...2024-09-0437 min
Catholic Saints & FeastsAugust 11: Saint Clare, VirginAugust 11: Saint Clare, Virginc. 1193–1253Memorial; Liturgical Color: WhitePatron Saint of embroiderers, goldsmiths, and laundry workersShe heard Francis, left comfort, and slept on the floor for forty-one yearsSilicon Valley is not, topographically, a valley. The name is a contrivance dating from the 1970s and 80s. The actual valley is named after today’s saint. Santa Clara Valley, running southeast from the southern shores of San Francisco Bay, was named after its beating heart, Mission Santa Clara de Asís—a church, school, and farm—founded by Franciscan Friars in 1777. The curre...2024-08-1107 min
The Best of the WeekLive at The Shrine of Christ's Passion (Family Rosary Across America)Welcome to a truly spectacular episode of Family Rosary Across America, where Fr. Rocky is joined by Bishop Robert McClory of Gary, IN at the Shrine of Christ's Passion. The atmosphere is electrifying as thousands of faithful gather under a clear, sunny sky. At the heart of this evening, Jesus is present in the Most Holy Eucharist as they pray. A Special Guest: Bishop Robert McClory 🌟 Bishop McClory shares intentions: -For the benefactors of the Shrine of Christ's Passion. -Comfort...2024-07-0903 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching Podcast“What Think Ye of Christ” – Bro. Luke FloodBro. Luke Flood preached a message entitled, "What Think Ye of Christ" during the first Wednesday Morning service of the 41st Annual National Youth Conference in Santa Clara, California. Find more information and watch all the services at http://nvbc.org/yc2024-06-2633 min
Competing for Christ PodcastWhen God Moves in Unexpected Ways with Former Division 1 Softball Player and Podcast Host Laurèn SchiekIn sport and in life, there are things that you can’t control, but Christ calls you to look to him in those moments. James 4 says that “You do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.” We have so much hope in Christ though. He’s our ONLY hope. And for Laurèn Schiek, she’s had to rely on his plan a lot recently. Lauren played softball at Santa Clara and Abilene Christian University, and although she had success, her time as...2024-06-0539 min
Competing for Christ PodcastAchievements Don’t Define You with Grand Canyon University Softball Player and WAC Player of the Year Ashley TrierweilerToday we are talking to Ashley Trierweiler, someone that has achieved a lot as a Division 1 softball player. At both schools she has went to, Santa Clara and Grand Canyon University, here are just a couple of her achievements: WAC championWAC player of the yearAll-American All-Conference (multiple times)Number 1 in hits in the nation this year (Number 2 last year)Ashley has done a lot in her career, but something that we focus on today is how achievements, whether you win something amazing or if you don’t achieve anything at all, don’t define you as a Chri...2024-05-2926 min
Church of the Valley SermonsChristmas Is Lit!A sermon on the birth of Christ2023-12-2924 min
A Podcast About Catholic ThingsLove Thy Enemy… Even The BishopsHow Do We Treat Those Who Harm Our Loved Ones
This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador Of Nonsense) discuss the difficult commandment that Jesus gave us--love thy enemy, do good to those who hurt you. But what if someone's hurting your children? What if they're leading them to hell? The Gospel isn't so clear on this.
In current events, Greece and Europe is hot. Wet market bans cats. Ecuador mayor killed. Texas Buoys. Nasa claiming climate change… and finding water vapors. More pilot wh...2023-07-272h 21
Catholic Women PreachJune 11, 2023: 'Not for the faint of heart' with Dr. Julia D.E. Prinz, VDMFPreaching for the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, Dr. Julia D.E. Prinz, VDMF offers a reflection on witnessing to the Body of Christ in the world:
"Carrying the burden of the presence of God is no easy quest...We are called to a witness, out of which no fainting is going to liberate us, because bearing witness is nothing for the faint of heart."
Dr. Prinz is Adjunct Lecturer in Christian Spirituality and Former Director Women of Wisdom and Action Initiative at Jesuit School of Theology at Santa Clara University. As a member of the...2023-06-0907 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastMore Like Christ – Bro. Justin CooperBro. Justin Cooper preached a message entitled "More Like Christ" during the Wednesday Evening service on April 5, 2023, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2023-04-0636 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastLiving for Christ in an Evil Day – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled "Living for Christ in an Evil Day" during the Sunday Evening service on April 2, 2023, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2023-04-0336 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastChrist to a Church in a Culture of Corruption – Bro. Justin CooperBro. Justin Cooper preached a message entitled "Christ to a Church in a Culture of Corruption" during the Wednesday Evening service on March 22, 2023, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2023-03-2334 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Burden of Jesus Christ – Pastor Ricky GravleyPastor Ricky Gravley preached a message entitled "The Burden of Jesus Christ" during the Wednesday Morning service of the 38th Annual National Pastors' & Workers' Conference in Santa Clara, California. Find more information and watch all the services at http://nvbc.org/pc/ (a ministry of North Valley Baptist Church, Dr. Jack Trieber, Pastor)2023-03-0843 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastA Good Judgment Seat of Christ – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled "A Good Judgment Seat of Christ" during the Sunday Evening service on February 26, 2023, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2023-02-2727 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Christ of the Church – Bro. Justin CooperBro. Justin Cooper preached a message entitled "Christ and His Church in the Last Days: The Christ of the Church" during the Wednesday Evening service on January 18, 2023, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2023-01-1933 min
Church of the Valley SermonsMerry CHRISTmas!John 1:6-8
Week 6 of our Unexpected Gift series. This week we look at John the Baptizer and his response to the unexpected gift of Christ.2022-12-2817 min
Church of the Valley SermonsFor God So...John 3:1-17
Week 5 of our advent series, Unexpected Gift. This week we dive into Nicodemus and how he responded to the unexpected gift of Christ.2022-12-2823 min
Church of the Valley SermonsEnemy of Grace1 Timothy 1;12-14
Week 4 of our advent series, Unexpected Gift. This week we dive into Paul, once Saul, once an enemy of grace to take a look at how he responded to the unexpected gift of Christ.2022-12-2036 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastMaking Christ Preeminent in 2023 – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled "Making Christ Preeminent in 2023" during the Sunday Evening service on December 18, 2022, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2022-12-1926 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastWhat Think Ye of Christ? – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled "What Think Ye of Christ?" during the Sunday Morning service on December 18, 2022, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2022-12-1834 min
Church of the Valley SermonsWe Are FamilyJames 1:1
Week 3 of our advent series celebrating the unexpected gift that is Jesus. This week, we are diving into James, the half-brother of Christ.2022-12-1337 min
Church of the Valley SermonsJesus is the (Son of) Man!Matthew 17:1-9
Week 2 of our advent series on the unexpected gift of Christ. This week, we are diving into Jesus' disciples and their response to Christ.2022-12-0641 min
Church of the Valley SermonsThe Long Awaited KingWeek 1 of our advent series on the unexpected gift of Christ.2022-11-3034 min
Catholic Women PreachThe Face of Christ the King with Angélica QuiñónezPreaching for the Solemnity of Christ the King, Angélica N. Quińónez offers a reflection on the "kingship" of Jesus:
"It is easy to call Jesus King, to proclaim his Kingship, to sing hyms of praise to Christ our King, but it might still challenge us to understand that Jesus flipped what it meant to be a King with a kingdom. We are called to build that kingdom of mercy and love. But, until we see the crucified and resurrected face of our King in the faces of those on the margins, we will not and cann...2022-11-1808 min
The Todd Herman ShowRed-pilled by Covid: Steve Kirsch’s $50,000 offer to mRNA clot-shot defendersTHE THESIS: The Lord has torn down the curtain around the house of lies that is The Party’s technocrats, Mockingbirds and paper-bullies. We have been given the opportunity to lead people to The Truth. THE SCRIPTURE & SCRIPTURAL RESOURCES: People have made themselves blind by refusing to live in the Word of God. Listener Sherry provides us with a great bit of insight. “Thanks for all you do Todd! I really enjoy your podcast and share it! I wasn't sure if you realized your advice was out of the Bible.I found t...2022-09-2755 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastFrom a Christian Home to a Christ-less Hell – Pastor Mark StroudPastor Mark Stroud preached a message entitled, "From a Christian Home to a Christ-less Hell" during the Tuesday Morning service of the 39th Annual National Youth Conference in Santa Clara, California. Find more information and watch all the services at http://nvbc.org/yc/ (a ministry of North Valley Baptist Church, Dr. Jack Trieber, Pastor)2022-09-0239 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastChrist in the Presence of God for Us – Bro. Justin CooperBro. Justin Cooper preached a message entitled "Christ in the Presence of God for Us" during the Wednesday Evening service on July 27, 2022, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. We apologize for the audio issues during the first half of the service. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2022-07-2836 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastConforming to the Image of Christ – Bro. John EvertsonBro. John Evertson preached a message entitled "Conforming to the Image of Christ" during the Sunday Evening service on July 24, 2022, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2022-07-2532 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastSoldiers of Jesus Christ – Dr. Jack TrieberDr. Jack Trieber preached a message entitled, "Soldiers of Jesus Christ" during the 24th Annual GSBC Commencement Exercises on May 12, 2021, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2021-05-1322 min
Church of the Valley SermonsFreedom in Christ2021-05-0930 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastAllegiance to Christ and His Church – Bro. Tom ApusenBro. Tom Apusen preached a message entitled, "Allegiance to Christ and His Church" during the Wednesday Evening service on March 3, 2021, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2021-03-0437 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Humanity of Christ – Bro. John EvertsonBro. John Evertson preached a message entitled, "The Humanity of Christ" during the Wednesday Evening service on February 3, 2021, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2021-02-0431 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Deity of Christ – Bro. John EvertsonBro. John Evertson preached a message entitled, "The Deity of Christ" during the Wednesday Evening service on January 27, 2021, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2021-01-2828 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastChrist Jesus Came – Bro. Justin CooperBro. Justin Cooper preached a message entitled, "Christ Jesus Came" during the Wednesday Evening service on December 30, 2020, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2020-12-3134 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Profit from Christ and His Cradle – Bro. Craig BurchamBro. Craig Burcham preached a message entitled, "The Profit from Christ and His Cradle" during the Wednesday Evening service on December 23, 2020, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2020-12-2418 min
Church of the Valley SermonsIn Christ We Are Justified2020-12-0639 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastChrist & The Cradle: The Period of It – Bro. Craig BurchamBro. Craig Burcham preached a message entitled, "Christ & The Cradle - The Period of It" during the Wednesday Evening service on December 2, 2020, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2020-12-0229 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThree Evidences of the Christ-Centered Life – Bro. Tim TrieberBro. Tim Trieber preached a message entitled, "Three Evidences of the Christ-Centered Life" during the Wednesday Evening service on November 18, 2020, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2020-11-1928 min
Jesus' loveTackling the challenges of abortion in Cuba by sister Daliadne Lorente FonsecaOur guest today is a prolife advocate from Cuba - Daliadne Lorente Fonseca, The Cuban evangelical Christian who accepted our Lord Jesus in September 2013 at the Charismatic Episcopal Church of Bayamo, Cuba is the leader of the Pro-Life ministry "Ayúdame a nacer" (Help me to be born) in Cuba and a member of the Evangelical Church "Los Pinos" of Santa Clara, where she currently lives.
In her words, abortion has been legal since 1965 within hospital institutions and was included in article 267 of the Penal Code in Cuba since 1987 which expressly makes it permissible for any reason. E...2020-11-1314 minNorth Valley Baptist Church Preaching PodcastThe Transfiguration of Christ – Bro. Craig BurchamBro. Craig Burcham preached a message entitled, "The Transfiguration of Christ" during the Wednesday Evening service on September 30, 2020, at North Valley Baptist Church in Santa Clara, California. View Archived Services at nvbc.org2020-10-0129 min
Church of the Valley SermonsGrace12 With the help of Silas,[a] whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it.
13 She who is in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you her greetings, and so does my son Mark. 14 Greet one another with a kiss of love.
Peace to all of you who are in Christ.2020-09-1934 min
Water From the WellWater From The Well - Saints at The Round Table - James Chapter 5The discussion on the book of James is concluded with a talk on chapter 5. Once again, Sebastian is joined by Derrick, Paul and Zach for conversation from four unique perspectives.
2020-09-1143 min
Church of the Valley SermonsRepresenting Christ In Marriage1 Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, 2 when they see the purity and reverence of your lives. 3 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. 4 Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. 5 For this is the way the holy wo...2020-08-0944 min
Church of the Valley SermonsTemporary Residents11 Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul. 12 Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us.
13 Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God’s will that by doing good you...2020-08-0243 min
Church of the Valley SermonsBut You Are2 Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3 now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.
The Living Stone and a Chosen People
4 As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house[a] to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it s...2020-08-0132 min
Church of the Valley SermonsInexpressible JoyPraise to God for a Living Hope (NIV)
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, 5 who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you ma...2020-07-1234 min
Church of the Valley SermonsResting In Grace1 Peter 1:1-2
1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ,
To God’s elect, exiles scattered throughout the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2 who have been chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, to be obedient to Jesus Christ and sprinkled with his blood:
Grace and peace be yours in abundance..2020-07-0538 minWater From the WellWater From The Well - Saints at The Round Table - James Chapter 3Be careful in how you serve God! That's one of the issues that the saints deal with in this episode. Join Sebastian Stroughter, Paul Watson, Derrick Thompson and Zach McGinnis for another round table talk on Biblical topics.
2020-05-1526 minWater From the WellInterview with Preacher Zach McGinnisIn this episode, Sebastian Stroughter interviews Zach McGinnis, the new preacher with the Church of Christ at Almaden Valley. We get to know his background and his plans for the church in Almaden Valley.
2020-05-0830 min
Church of the Valley SermonsSubmitted to Display (05/03/2020)Titus 3:1-8 New International Version (NIV)
1 Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, 2 to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.
3 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy...2020-05-0330 minWater From the WellWater From The Well - What is The Bible?Sebastian Stroughter sits down with Mike Wilson to discuss "What is The Bible?". This is a follow-up topic to "How We Got The Bible" and it also invites you to join in for an online Bible study which will be launching in the near future.
2020-04-2816 min
Church of the Valley SermonsThere Is Hope (04/26/2020)Titus 2:9-15 New International Version (NIV)
9 Teach slaves to be subject to their masters in everything, to try to please them, not to talk back to them, 10 and not to steal from them, but to show that they can be fully trusted, so that in every way they will make the teaching about God our Savior attractive.
11 For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the ap...2020-04-2733 min
Church of the Valley SermonsEaster - What if Jesus didn't Rise from the Dead (04/12/2020)1 Corinthians 15:1-8
1 Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain.
3 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to...2020-04-1234 minWater From the WellSaints At The Round Table - James Chapter 2We continue our talks on the book of James by reading and discussing chapter 2. Featuring Paul Watson, Zach McGuiness and Sebastian Stroughter.
2020-03-2637 min
Church of the Valley SermonsElected to Grace (3/22/2020)Titus 1:1-4
1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness— 2 in the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised before the beginning of time, 3 and which now at his appointed season he has brought to light through the preaching entrusted to me by the command of God our Savior,
4 To Titus, my true son in our common faith:
Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.2020-03-2229 min
Water From the WellSaints at The Round Table - James Chapter 1:1-18In this episode, we begin a new series entitled "Saints at The Round Table", featuring commentary on James Chapter 1:1-18 by Sebastian Stroughter, Derrick Thompson and Paul Watson.
2020-02-2624 min
Water From the WellThe History of Christianity Episode 00 - PreviewHere is a teaser for the upcoming series on the History of Christianity. These episodes will be brought to you by Paul Watson, with commentary by Sebastian Stroughter. Whether you are a Christian or would like to know more about the origin and meaning of being a follower of Christ, we hope you will find this podcast informative and inspiring.
2020-01-2812 minWater From the WellInterview with Paul WatsonPaul Watson is a preacher trainee with the Church of Christ in Santa Clara. In this interview, we get to know about his conversion to Christ and what motivated him to become a preacher.
2019-11-2636 minWater From the WellInterview with Scot Ruska - "From Atheist to Elder"This episode is an interview with Scot Ruska as a follow-up to his sermon. His story is a fascinating account of how someone can go from believing that there is no God to becoming a faithful follower.
2019-11-1926 minWater From the WellInterview with Scot and Paula Ruska and the StroughtersBoth Paula Ruska and Marie Stroughter dated their husbands before they became Christians. Hear how both Scot Ruska and Sebastian Stroughter were influenced by these faithful women to become Christians!
2019-11-1244 min
New Books in Catholic StudiesEugene Schlesinger, "Sacrificing the Church: Mass, Mission, and Ecumenism" (Fortress, 2019)Dr. Eugene Schlesinger is the author of Sacrificing the Church: Mass, Mission, and Ecumenism (Fortress Press, 2019). Gene teaches in the Department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University. An Episcopalian systematic theologian, he is primarily engaged in Catholic theology, and specializing in ecclesiology and sacramental theology.Schlesinger, in Sacrificing the Church, writes about the intermingling of three key elements of Christian worshipping communities: the eucharist, mission and outreach to the wider world, and the unity between Christian faith traditions. These three aspects of Church life form three major vignettes in the book, highlighting the importance of each...2019-11-0555 minWater From the WellInspiration To Ink Interview - Part 6 - Museum EventCome and join us for a preview of what you will see at the "How We Got The Bible" museum event! In this episode, Mike Wilson is interviewed about some of the details of the amazing items which will be on display.
2019-09-2017 minWater From the WellInspiration To Ink Interview - Part 5 - William TyndaleThis is part 5 of the Inspiration To Ink series, focusing on William Tyndale. Though many may not have heard of him, William Tyndale is an important figure in the history of how we got the Bible in the English translation that we read today. Listen to the podcast and come to our free museum event on "How We Got The Bible" October 5th at the Church of Christ at Santa Clara, 10am - 3pm.
2019-08-0112 minWater From the WellInspiration To Ink Interview - Part 4This episode goes into more detail about our special event, a free one day museum display on "How We Got The Bible". This event will be a live companion piece to Mike Wilson's book; "Inspiration to Ink: The Big Picture of How We Got The Bible", available at his website: Inspiration2Ink.com
2019-07-1813 minWater From the WellWhy I Believe - Conversion Stories - Doug and Linda RowlettAnother episode of "Why I Believe" featuring Doug and Linda Rowlett. I talk to them about their faith, marriage and raising a child in the Lord. Interviewer: Sebastian Stroughter
2019-06-2724 minWater From the WellThe Church in San Francisco - Interview with Josh Lewis and Josh CarterI continue my interview with Josh Carter and Josh Lewis as we talk about how they came about starting the congregation in San Francisco. We talk about how the idea came about and the faith that it took to see it through.
2019-06-2027 minWater From the WellWhy I Believe - Conversion Stories - Josh Lewis / Josh CarterThis is the first part of an interview with Josh Lewis and Josh Carter from the church in San Francisco. They share how they became Christians and give some insight into their family life. The next part will detail how they began the exciting work in San Francisco.
2019-06-1328 minWater From the WellWhy I Believe - Conversion Stories - Jarrod and Hannah NettlesHere is a new entry in the "Why I Believe" series featuring Jarrod and Hannah Nettles. This episode covers their conversion to Christ, marriage and being the parents of three children.
2019-05-3027 minWater From the WellWhy I Believe - Episode 1 - Christian ExamplesThis is the first in a series entitled "Why I Believe", which will cover topics of conversion to the Christian faith. We hope that if you are looking for God, these will help you. And if you are already in Christ, we hope these will inspire you.
2019-05-2310 minWater From the WellIt's Our Problem - A Talk by Derek SchuffDerek Schuff gives a talk on how we can apply a principle used in the field of technology to advance the cause of Christ.
2019-05-1605 minWater From the WellInspiration To Ink Interview - Part 3The third in a series of interviews with Mike Wilson regarding his upcoming book "Inspiration To Ink: The Big Picture of How We Got The Bible. In this episode, we talk about some individuals who were instrumental in translating the Bible to the English language.
2019-05-1019 min
Church of the Valley SermonsPutting Christ back in CHRISTianity (5/5/19)2019-05-0943 minWater From the WellInspiration To Ink Interview - Part 2Another interview with Mike Wilson on his upcoming book "Inspiration To Ink: The Big Picture of How We Got The Bible", and how the subject has even been instrumental in leading people to Christ! Host: Sebastian Stroughter
2019-05-0213 minWater From the WellWhy Do Christians Suffer?This episode deals with suffering while living a Christian life. Speaker: Sebastian Stroughter
2019-04-2511 minWater From the WellInspiration to Ink Interview - Part 1Interview with Mike Wilson, author of the forthcoming book, Inspiration to Ink: The Big Picture of How We Got the Bible. Can we rely on the accuracy of the Scriptures? Just how did we get the Bible? Mike's book resolves these questions and helps us know that the Bible is really from God. Speaker: Sebastian Stroughter
2019-04-1814 minWater From the WellSlavery To SinWhat is sin? How could we be enslaved to sin?
Josh Carter and Josh Lewis discuss three Bible passages that talk about what sin is and how it enslaves us.
2019-04-041h 00Water From the WellScrub Me CleanDavid cries out in Psalm 51 for forgiveness and mercy. We look at his words to understand why we all need the mercy of God and how this is connected to Peter's words in Acts chapter 2.
2019-03-2115 min
Water From the WellWhat About the Sailors?What happens when things get tough?
From the beginning of this podcast, I have not wanted this to be a platform for just one voice. This year we have published a group discussion of Eccl chapter 3, and another of Psalm 11. In that same vein, I asked my friend Sarah Green to put together a group of Christian women for a recorded discussion. She chose the topic of how our pain and mistakes impact our spiritual lives and the lives of others. So here is Sarah, Ginnelle, Linda, and Joyce.
2019-03-1445 minWater From the WellThe Woman at the WellSome encounters are doomed to failure...or are they? A woman meets a dusty traveler that turns out to be God's Anointed. How would we do in such an encounter?
2019-03-0714 minWater From the WellI Know YouShould we be surprised God knows who we are? We examine a portion of Psalm 139 and why it is so important that God knows us and that we know God.
2019-02-2113 min
Water From the WellPsalm 11What do we do in times of trouble? Friends may say "Run!" but David tells us something different. In this bonus edition, Josh Lewis and Josh Carter take us through Psalm 11.
2019-02-1443 minWater From the WellLost and FoundJesus tells us three stories, all about how God sees us and how we should see each other. Follow along as He tells us the tale of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son. Why would he know us? Why would he value us? Jesus tells us why.
2019-02-0715 minWater From the WellWhich Way Is Up?The Psalmist sees evil around him and wonders why they prosper. Is that the right perception? What will that do to our heart?
2019-01-2414 minWater From the WellBonus Episode: What Time Is It?On January 1st a group of friends got together to talk about the passing of time. Richard Dowdy, Jason Rowlett, Derrick Thompson and Solomon Lucas discussed the lessons of Ecclesiastes Chapter 3, "For everything, there is a season..." Listen in on these men exploring the passing of time.
2019-01-1716 minWater From the WellThe TreasureTelling stories of diamonds and pearls. What two stories of Jesus tell us about the reign of God.
2019-01-1013 minWater From the WellThe TeacherWhat if King David prayed for you?
Psalm 20 teaches us to pray for one another and how to do it.
2018-12-2715 minWater From the WellThe SpeechStand on Mars Hill with the thinkers and philosophers and listen to what Paul the Apostle had to say about the God they had never met. Speaker: Richard Dowdy
2018-12-1316 minWater From the WellNever DisappointedBut we now can celebrate because we know He deserves all of the praise. He is the one that knows and tells us the truth, keeps his promises, and judges fairly and honestly. He is the God of rescue and help. He is the God of beauty, strength, majesty and splendor.
2018-11-2914 minWater From the WellThe DetectiveWhat if we had an outsider -- an investigator if you will -- who published his investigation of the Bible story? What if that investigator looked into the facts, interviewed eyewitnesses, walked the scene, and gave us a report on what he had learned?
2018-11-1514 minWater From the WellWater to a Thirsty ManWhy do people struggle with a connection with God? The first answer is they do not know Who He is, know what He has done, or what He has promised.
2018-11-0115 minWater From the WellAre We There Yet?Parents are all too familiar with the question "are we there yet?" A stroll through the book of Psalms shows that God, too, as a parent, understands when we cry out, "how long?"
2018-10-1819 minWater From the WellLandmarksIn this episode of Water from the Well, a search for ancient signs of truth. Speaker: Richard Dowdy
2018-10-0414 minWater From the WellLife or Death?We hear people talk about situations that are "life or death." In this podcast, we explore the true meaning of life . . . or death.
2018-09-2016 minWater From the WellChooseThis episode of Water From the Well asks why one would choose the Bible as the moral authority for one's life, when there are any number of competing messages, both past and present? Speaker: Richard Dowdy
2018-09-0412 min