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TheBridgeWynne PodcastMy Little Children: Conquering the Undertow of Self-Destruction, continuedPastor Dustin Clegg touched on this message last week and today he continues the discussion about conquering the undertow of our self-destruction. Dustin organized his thoughts around 3 questions and then led us through the answers to the questions:1) Why does John repeat these phrases?2) What does the word "world" mean?3) Why does he list these 3 things being "not from the Father but from the world"?Lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the pride of life.Abide!
2025-09-211h 00TheBridgeWynne PodcastMy Little Children: Conquering the Undertow of Self-DestructionAfter 4 baptisms presented us with a wonderful "sermon" Pastor Dustin Clegg felt led to just bring 1 point from his message to help us all understand the "why" behind the baptisms today. Taken from 1 John 2:15-17 he asks the question, "What does the word "world" mean?". Tune in next week as Dustin talks more about Conquering the Undertow of Self-Destruction.
2025-09-1449 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastMy Little Children. An Introduction to 1st John.Pastor Dustin Clegg "introduces" us to 1st John and outlines 4 purposes of 1st John:1) That our joy may be complete (1 John 1:4);2) So that we sin less, and learn to repent when we do (1 John 2:1);3) To refute false doctrine (1 John 2:26); and4) So that we may have assurance of faith (1 John 5:13).Dustin also shares 2 observations from the text:1) Redemption, not perfection, was the plan from the beginning.2) John saw complete joy as a necessary fruit of those following Jesus.
2025-08-1057 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBiblical One AnotheringPastor Dustin Clegg finishes up the One Another Summer series today, and as we look at Colossians 3:1-17, we talk about Biblical One Anothering and Dustin voices 5 applications from the text:1) Focus our minds entirely on Jesus. (Col 3:1-4)2) Remember who we WERE. (Col 3:5-8)3) Remember who we ARE. (Col 3:9-13)4) Submit our hearts to His rule constantly. (Col 3:14-15)5) Voice His word. Live His Way. (Col 3:16-17)
2025-08-0356 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastWho is Jesus? The Prayer WarriorPastor Dustin Clegg picks up the Who is Jesus? series, and as we look at the first verse of John 17 we see that the posture of prayer is important. Dustin encouraged us to (1) change our physical posture when we pray and to (2) "be you when you pray".
2025-01-0553 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastWho is Jesus? The LambToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a new series from the book of John called "Who is Jesus?". We look at John 1:19-34 and Dustin offers three observations from the text: (1) Following the Lamb can only lead to humility;(2) Following the Lamb means clearing the path to Him for others; and (3) Following the Lamb means constant and consistent reliance on the Spirit.Three questions for us to consider(1) How are you/we growing in humility?(2) How are you/we helping clear a path between someone else and Jesus?(3) How are you/we growing i...
2023-01-0946 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastManger Things: Christmas MorningIt was a great Christmas morning at The Bridge Church. Listen in as Pastor Dustin Clegg shares about the origin of some of our favorite Christmas songs. Our trio of singers consist of Beth Clegg, Sarah Riddle and Trey Pruiett.
2022-12-251h 05TheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Sling in the Rock: A Great and Weird CommandToday we celebrate the baptism of Dustin and Beth's son, Jud. Then Pastor Dustin Clegg opens the Word to 1 Samuel 18:1-9 as we continue in our current series about the life of King David. We see in verses 1-4 that loving ourselves rightly precedes loving our neighbors best. In verses 5-9 we see that finding our identity in anything (even God's callings, blessings, mission, ministry, etc...) other than a valued son or daughter of Jesus is a deep spiritual and mental pit that is difficult to climb out of. How do we apply this? (1) You have permission ultimately a...
2022-10-1051 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastFree! And Don't Let Anyone Tell You Different!Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Free! series as we take a look at Galatians 5:1-15. Dustin points out that there are 2 things that can derail our freedom: (1) Sin (Hebrews 12:1-2) and (2) believing false messages (Gal 5:7).What are some characteristics of a counterfeit message? (1) Jesus is not quite enough; (2) We are subject to 1 or 2 or a few of the laws; (3) A turn from the doctrine of grace; and (4) A loss of future righteousness.What are some characteristics of false followers? (1) They distract from obedience to the truth; (2) They aren't from Jesus; (3) Th...
2022-07-3159 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastFree! It is FinishedToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues the "Free" series through Galatians. Today we look at Galatians Two. Dustin has three points from this passage 1) Legalism Hypocrisy and Freedom together in clear view in one chapter. 2) Law or Messiah? 3) No one is too big or too little in the Kingdom of Christ but only precious sons and daughters. Legalism- Right behavior for the wrong reason- Galatians 2:1-10Hypocrisy- Good belief but bad behavior - Galatians 2:11-14 Freedom- Allowing the life of Jesus to flow in me- Galatians 2:15-21Application Points1) Denounce Leg...
2022-06-2645 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBefore the Silence: The Final CountdownToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues the series, Before the Silence, as we take a look at Malachi 3:13 - 4:6 and Dustin points out 3 things: (1) Complacent Christianity is not a thing. There is no middle ground. (2) The is a genuine connection between the work of God and the obedience of His people. And (3) God calls all men to be real men who are passionate about reconciliation. How do we apply today's message? Make room: - Get rid of legalism and license. - Completely submit to Jesus. - Men, please rise up.
2021-11-2848 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastDifficulty Thriving? Or Thriving in Difficulty?Today Pastor Dustin Clegg walks walks us through Jeremiah 29:4-14 and asks the question, "What are we going to have to do if we are going to thrive?". He offers the following: (1) Learn to live in the moment; (2) Love people; (3) Pursue the good of the entire community, understanding their good is your good; (4) Do not listen to everyone who says they speak on behalf of God; (5) Place your hope in the promise of Jesus; and (6) Pray to Jesus, understanding He always has your good in mind. And change your prayer from "WHY?" to "WHAT?". Dustin also reminded us t...
2021-08-0931 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRediscovering Redemption: OnwardToday we look at Exodus 34-36 as Pastor Dustin Clegg finishes up the Rediscovering Redemption series. Onward. A little bit of a look ahead as we ask ourselves, "Now what?". Dustin poses three questions: (1) Will we be people desperate for God's presence or dependent on ourselves? (2) Will we beg to see more or have we seen enough? And (3) Will we be givers or consumers?
2021-08-0151 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRediscovering Redemption: The IdolToday we take a look at Exodus 32 and explore the idols in our lives. Pastor Dustin Clegg points out 3 observations about idolatry: (1) Idolatry is sneaky; (2) Idolatry can be overcome by intercession. Idols fall when we fall on our faces on behalf of another; and (3) Idolatry cannot be overcome as long as we shift blame or justify worshipping idols. Dustin went on to say that if we don't consume our idols, they will consume us. How do we apply it? Identify and confess any idolatry in our lives. Also we should identify an intercessor for ourselves, and be an intercessor...
2021-07-2646 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRediscovering Redemption: An Unexpected EducationToday we celebrate the 2021 High School Graduates and we celebrate several baptisms. Pastor Dustin Clegg continues in our study of Exodus as we look at Exodus 2: 11-25 and see that God used the formal education of Moses, but he needed to learn something else about the heart of God and leading people. Dustin also shared from Christopher Wright's book, The Mission of God, that "Exodus-shaped redemption" demands "Exodus-shaped mission". How do we apply it to our lives? Be a humble learner allowing Jesus to teach you His redemption, which involves caring for urgent spiritual and physical needs.
2021-05-161h 05TheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: Rest for the WearyPastor Dustin Clegg has 3 observations as we continue the Not Yet series and take a look at Matthew 11:25-30 and explore Rest for the Weary. We see that (1) the invitation of Jesus is simple, specific, and clear; and (2) the humble and lowly heart of Jesus is mind-blowing and life-altering for the whole world. How do we apply these 2 observations? Be sure you are a bridge and not a barrier between broken people and Jesus. The 3rd observation is the yoke of Jesus and the cross of Jesus cannot be separated. You should find real rest for your soul by...
2021-04-1139 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: Risen for the WretchedHappy Easter! Today Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through Mark 16: 1-8 as we talk about the Resurrection Story. Dustin points out that (1) the resurrection of Jesus always changes the assignment of those pursuing Him; and (2) if you have gone too far, Jesus conquered death specifically for you. How do we apply this to our daily lives? ALWAYS JESUS. ONLY JESUS.
2021-04-0546 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: Substitute for the SinfulPastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Not Yet series as we look at Mark 15:1-20 and see that there is a Substitute for the Sinful. Dustin's 3 observations are: (1) The heart of Jesus for the "Not Yet's" is astonishing; (2) Jesus was the substitute for every single sin; (3) Jesus was the substitute for all of our shame.Can you see what Pilate, Barabas, the chief priests, and the crowd were too blind to see?
2021-03-2844 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: The Bread to the HungryToday we continue with the Not Yet series and look at Mark 6: 30-44 and The Bread to the Hungry. Pastor Dustin Clegg gives us 3 observations from this passage: (1) Rest is required to realistically minister to the "Not Yets"; (2) "Not Yets" are hungry for genuine; and (3) Concern and compassion are not the same thing. How do we apply this to our lives and personal ministry? (1) Move from a place of concern to a place of compassion; (2) Be real; and (3) Fight for your own rest, and fight for the rest of your brothers and sisters.
2021-03-2153 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: The Cure for the IncurableToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Not Yet series as we look at Mark 5 and take about The Cure for the Incurable.
2021-03-1443 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastNot Yet: Flingin' SeedPastor Dustin Clegg starts a new series today titled Not Yet. At the Bridge Church we refer to those how have not yet trusted in Jesus as the "Not Yet's" and this series is about those who are not yet followers of Jesus Christ. In todays message we take a look at the Parable of the Sower in Mark 4. We first observe that (1) a "Not Yet" cannot be reached where a "Not Yet" is not yet. We should treat all places as sacred places worthy of sowing. We also see that (2) flingin' seed is not precision planting. It can a...
2021-03-0741 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastClearly Marriage: Authentic Communication 2/21/2021Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the series, Clearly Marriage, and talks about Authentic Communication.
2021-02-2847 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastClearly Marriage: The Marriage DanceToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues in the Clearly Marriage series as we look at Ephesians 5:22-31 and talk about The Marriage Dance. Dustin has 3 observations: (1) Healthy roles and responsibilities in the marriage cannot be established until healthy boundaries are established in every other relationship. We need to protect our marriage with clear boundaries in all other relationships. (2) The role of the husband is to set the tone for a marriage that honors Jesus. HUSBANDS - lead like Jesus. And (3) the role of the wife is to respond rightly to her husband's right leadership. WIVES - lead like the Spirit.
2021-02-1445 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastClearly Marriage: The Mission of MarriageToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a new series titled Clearly Marriage as we look at Ephesians 5:15-33 and discover the Mission of Marriage. We see that we cannot fulfill the mission of marriage apart from being daily filled with the Spirit of Jesus. We also see that the mission of the marriage of every believer is to point a watching world to an incredible King. How do we apply this message to our lives? (1) Do not look to your spouse to supply for you what only Jesus can. And (2) Stop focusing on what marriage is not, and pursue (with y...
2021-02-0747 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastFriend of SinnersToday we look at Matthew 11:1-19 and see that the reason Jesus was called a "friend of sinners" was because He was a friend of sinners. Pastor Dustin Clegg points us to three observations in the text. We see in verses 1-6 that (1) there is potential for people of incredible faith to experience seasons of serious doubt. We need to remember that when doubt creeps in, jump quickly to the solid truth of scripture. Verses 7-15 show us that (2) there is potential for every believer to be used in unimaginable ways for the Kingdom. We need to stand ready...
2021-01-3143 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastSalvation Belongs to the LambPastor Dustin Clegg continues with our journey through Revelation as we look at chapter 7 verses 9-17. Dustin poses this question: "Is Jesus the thing that defines you?" and has these observations: (1) Even in wrath, Jesus shows mercy; and (2) Even in unfaithfulness Jesus remains faithful. Our Pastor encourages everyone to help The Bridge Church reflect the faithfulness of Jesus. The third observation is salvation is His to give and His salvation is complete. We can apply this by finding our place in facilitating His salvation. Jesus can and will use you to do this.
2021-01-2456 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Low PlaceToday Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through John 13:1-17 as we look at this passage where Jesus washes His disciples feet, and then afterwards the congregation has the opportunity to wash the feet of another. Dustin has 3 observations during his message: (1) No one is too busy to serve humbly; (2) No one is above serving humbly; and (3) No one is below being served humbly.
2021-01-1735 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Revolutionary Lamb: An Insane Message of LoveIn this episode, the 3rd contribution to the series, Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through Revelation 6:1-17 as we look at the 6 seals. In verses 1-8 we see that we should filter everything through Jesus, and in verses 9-11 we see that we should look for ways to "decrease". Dustin's main observation is that the only thing more intense than the Lamb's wrath is the Lamb's love.
2021-01-1047 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Revolutionary Lamb: King of KingsToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a series beginning in Revelation 4.
2021-01-1034 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Revolutionary Lamb: King of Kings Part 2Today Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through Revelation chapter 5.
2021-01-1037 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Gifts and Glory of ChristmasToday Pastor Dustin Clegg and his family lead us in a special Christmas service from their home complete with Christmas Hymns led by Jud, and a special reading by Selah from the Children's Storybook Bible, and a reading from Laynie from the book of Matthew. Merry Christmas to you and yours from the Clegg's, the Owen's, and the entire Bridge Church Family.
2020-12-2041 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Rags and Riches of ChristmasToday Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through Luke 2:1-24, and as we explore The Rags and Riches of Christmas we see (1) that Jesus stepped into some of the greatest cruelties of our world at His birth and (2) that His riches bring deliverance from all these things. How do we experience His riches at Christmas? WE LOOK! We should be careful not to miss the message because of the messenger. And we need to remember that amazement, wonder, and conviction do not always equal conversion.
2020-12-1341 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Hope and Hurt of ChristmasToday we take a look at Matthew 2 and explore The Hope and Hurt of Christmas. Pastor Dustin Clegg illustrates that (1) Christmas has never been absent of hurt; (2) Every hurt has a purpose; and (3) Christmas is the birth of hope for every hurt. We can apply this in our lives by remembering and praying for hurting people in our Bridge family and community. Don't miss either the hope or the hurt of Christmas......... they both matter. Christmas is the best news ever in the midst of the worst news ever.
2020-12-0637 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Songs and Silence of ChristmasToday as we celebrate Advent and the coming King, Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through several passages and as we explore The Songs and Silence of Christmas we see that:1.Zechariah was silenced. (Luke 1:5-20)2.Mary chose silence. (Luke 2:16-19)3.God broke 400 years of silence. (Malachi 4:4-6; Luke 1:16-17)4.Heaven sang, still sings, and will sing for eternity. (Revelation 5:1-14)Application:During this Christmas season, be silent to ponder the goodness of God and join heaven in singing to this worthy King.
2020-11-2940 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastIntroduction to Advent 2020Today as we begin our Advent Celebration Pastor Dustin Clegg gives us a bit of an introduction to Advent.
2020-11-2911 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastOrphan Sunday 2020Today is considered Orphan Sunday, a day of rallying individuals and churches worldwide to BE THE LIGHT for orphans and foster children. This call has never been more important, as it is always the vulnerable who suffer most when times are hard. Your prayers and acts of service, whether humble or grand, will bring light to a dark place.Pastor Dustin Clegg starts the service by interviewing a couple who is starting the process of fostering, and also two representatives of Connected, a gospel-centered foster care ministry of the Arkansas Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries.
2020-11-0944 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastCourage and Compassion: A Biblical Way Forward in a Bitter Political Climate - Part 2Pastor Dustin Clegg finishes up a 2 part series about Courage and Compassion today as we look at Luke 10:25-37 and the story of the Good Samaritan. We see that Gospel Compassion connects love for God and love for people. We should love people - - especially those we disagree with. We also see that Gospel Compassion understands that weird and difficult circumstances may reach us so that His mercy may reach beyond us. Do not not allow political or religious trappings to consume you while Jesus is wanting to use you. Let Jesus define who you are.
2020-11-0244 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastCourage & Compassion: A Biblical Way Forward in a Bitter Political ClimateToday we take a look at the book of Daniel as Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a two part series titled Courage & Compassion: A Biblical Way Forward in a Bitter Political Climate. Dustin points out that Gospel Courage means we honor the image of God found in the lives of all humanity. We should never minimize ANY Image Bearer. We see that Gospel Courage means we tell the truth to and about our leaders. We are to be a person of truth, no matter the cost. We also see that Gospel Courage means loving Jesus fully and completely with our w...
2020-10-2547 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Sending ChurchToday we look at the church in Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7-13, and Pastor Dustin Clegg shares 3 observations from this passage: (1) the Church is more powerful when operating in weakness than in strength; (2) Jesus is the truth...... the Church is to clarify; and (3) Jesus takes the love He has for His Church seriously. We can apply this to our lives by freshly embracing the passion Jesus has for us, and being most passionate about Jesus alone.
2020-10-1234 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Dead ChurchToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with our study of the seven churches in Revelation as we look at the Church in Sardis in Chapter 3 verses 1-6.The Letter to Sardis3 “Write to the angel of the church in Sardis: Thus says the one who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars: I know your works; you have a reputation for being alive, but you are dead.2 Be alert and strengthen what remains, which is about to die, for I have not found your wo...
2020-10-041h 03TheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Compromising ChurchToday we continue in our study of Revelation as we look at chapter 2 verses 12-17.12 “Write to the angel of the church in Pergamum: Thus says the one who has the sharp, double-edged sword: 13 I know where you live—where Satan’s throne is. Yet you are holding on to my name and did not deny your faith in me, even in the days of Antipas, my faithful witness who was put to death among you, where Satan lives. 14 But I have a few things against you. You have some there who hold to the teaching of Balaam...
2020-09-2050 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Loveless ChurchToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with our study of Revelation as we look at Chapter 2 verses 1-7, and begin a journey through the 7 churches with a look at the church in Ephesus. In these verses we see that Jesus wanted the Ephesians to know that (1) He was with them intimately. As believers we must always live as if we are starring into the eyes of our King - - because we are. Jesus also wanted the Ephesians to know that (2) they were not with Him intimately. Purity is not a good replacement for passion. When we are with Him...
2020-09-0635 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Revolutionary LambToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a study of the book of Revelation. We start with Revelation 1:1-8 and Dustin says that Revelation is not a book to scare you, but rather a book to describe our King and how He will return for His Bride. How do we apply what we have heard today? For you, preparing for Jesus' return might mean helping others prepare for Jesus' return.
2020-08-2447 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBig Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger God: The Grace PlanterPastor Dustin Clegg completes our look at the book of Jonah today with Chapter 4, and he emphasizes three points. The first point is that the tragic surrender to our moods leads to a dangerous trajectory for our lives. We see some things about Jonah's mood: (1) He isolated himself, (2) He becomes accusatory, and (3) He becomes completely irrational. The second point is that the scary arrogance of the people of God reveals a total ignorance of the person of God. We can apply this by never exalting the blessings of God over the heart of God. The final point is that...
2020-08-1638 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBig Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger God: The Mercy GiverToday we continue our study of the book of Jonah, and as Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through chapter 3, there are 3 things that he wants us to see in this passage: (1) Jesus is constantly pursuing every person with His mercy; (2) In breaking down the king's decree we see that the king called the entire community to pray and repent together. We have a responsibility to cry out to God on behalf of our community; and (3) Genuine salvation costs nothing and everything at the same time.We don't get Jesus the Savior without Jesus the King.
2020-08-0240 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBig Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger God: Saved by the Bell...yToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues in our series based on the life of Jonah. Today we see that Jonah is "Saved by the Bell....y".
2020-07-3037 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBig Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger God: The Idol SmasherToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues looking at Jonah and points out that, like Jonah, there is sometimes a gap in what we say and how we live. He asks us to consider the gap in what we say about Jesus and what we do with our life. The end goal of the justice of God that believers experience here is mercy and grace. Where are you in the story of Jonah?
2020-07-1949 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBig Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger GodWe begin a new series today as Pastor Dustin Clegg looks at the life of Jonah. Big Rebel, Big Fish, Bigger God starts with Jonah 1:1-6, and we see that rebellion against God's commands (1) leads to rejection of God's presence; (2) invites wrath on us and all those connected to us; and (3) can seem like justified anger against evil. Dustin also makes two points: (1) we are surrounded by Ninovites; and (2) God in His rightness and justness condemns all sin as evil. How can we apply this to our daily lives? Obey God for the purpose of having God.
2020-07-1235 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: Jesus on JudgementToday we continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount as we look at Matthew 6:33 - 7:6. Pastor Dustin Clegg gives us 3 observations to consider: (1) Judgmentalism is a respectable and even praised sin in our culture, but denounced and condemned by Jesus; (2) Judgmentalism is not the same as having sound judgement; and (3) On some issues it is possible for us to disagree, and each of us be acceptable to God. Dustin offers 3 ways we can apply this passage to our lives: (1) Hate your own sin worse; (2) Cling to your convictions humbly; and (3) Never walk away from what you have...
2020-06-1431 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: Jesus on AnxietyToday we continue with our walk through The Sermon on The Mount as we look at Matthew 6:19-34, and explore what Jesus has to say about anxiety. Pastor Dustin Clegg makes 3 observations: (1) Money and possessions can cloud the way we view the world; (2) Money, food, clothes, etc. make great servants, but terrible masters; and (3) Jesus will take care of His children. How can we apply this passage to our lives today? (1) Serve Jesus, seek His Kingdom, and don't worry; and (2) Don't settle for faulty thinking.
2020-06-0847 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: An Audience of OnePastor Dustin Clegg continues walking us through the Sermon on the Mount as we look at Matthew 6: 1-8, 16-18. We observe that (1) we have to redefine hypocrisy, that (2) Jesus is not preaching against public displays of our faith, and that (3) people should see us living for Jesus, but we cannot only live for Jesus when others see us. Our public life has to align with our private life. Dustin gave us 3 applications for our lives: (1) Check your motives on everything; (2) Be genuine; and (3) Always live for Jesus only.
2020-06-0338 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: Others First - Part 2Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues in Matthew 5 beginning with verse 38 as we look at The Sermon on the Mount, and talks about putting Others First. The first observation he makes is that "Pride is the enemy of Kingdom expression", and shows us that we must surrender pride and victim mentality, and embrace opportunities to show people the nature of our King. The second observation is "Because Jesus tells us to love our enemies, there is not a person on this planet that a believer can justify not loving". We have to decide as individual followers of Jesus, and as a...
2020-05-2434 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: Others FirstAs we continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount Pastor Dustin Clegg walks us through Matthew 5:31-37 as he begins part 1 of a 2 part message titled Others First. The message has 2 applications for us: (1) In a world consumed with our rights Jesus is calling those who follow Him to care more about their responsibility to care for the needs of others and (2) Structure your life to keep your word, and watch the dynamics of all your relationships change. He adds that the point of the message is not to go home and try harder with your spouse...
2020-05-1736 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Mountain of a Sermon: The Heart of the MatterToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues exploring the Sermon on the Mount as we look at Matthew 5 starting in verse 21, and he gives us two observations from this passage. (1) Our relationship with Jesus is directly connected to our relationship with His people, and (2) the Spirit of Jesus changes us, but we are responsible for our sin.We also had the honor of witnessing three baptisms today.
2020-05-111h 01TheBridgeWynne PodcastClear Truth: What is True Worship?Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Clear Truth series as we explore the question, "What is True Worship?". We look at John 4:1-26, 39-42 and see that (1) Jesus initiates true worship, (2) True worship is not contained in a place, (3) True worship is directed at Jesus alone, and (4) True worship always responds in obedience.
2020-03-2943 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastClear Truth: Why Do I Need Truth?Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues the series, Clear Truth, as we look at John 8:31-50 and ask ourselves the question "Why Do I Need Truth?". We find that if we embrace the truth it will bring us freedom. The truth offers freedom from sin, freedom from religion, freedom with purpose, and freedom from fear. The applications for us are: (1) Jesus has new things to teach us and we are to never stop taking steps; (2) We are to love truth even if it disagrees with us, and avoid all manipulation and deception; and (3) Embrace freedom with truth.
2020-03-1538 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBaptism Celebration / Clear Truth: What is Truth?Today we met at the Splash Pad and celebrated several baptisms. Pastor Dustin Clegg started a new series titled Clear Truth, as we looked at John 18:28-38 and unpacked the question, "What is truth?"
2020-03-0846 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Awakened Church: Jesus Will Build His ArmyToday we continue with the series, The Awakened Church, and see that Jesus Will Build His Army. Pastor Dustin Clegg leads us through Matthew 16:1, 13-23 and offers three points: (1) No one can see the truth about Jesus until the Father reveals it to them, (2) Following Jesus is not a defensive posture, and (3) A church that raises any other banner besides Jesus Christ becomes a stone for stumbling rather than a foundational rock.
2020-03-0132 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Awakened Church:Servant Leaders and Leading ServantsToday we continue with the series, The Awakened Church, as we explore 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and look at a Biblical definition of Servant Leaders and Deacons. Pastor Dustin Clegg encourages us to pray for God to raise up the right leaders to serve The Bridge Church, and also for us to continue to take our next steps to grow as believers.
2020-02-2338 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Awakened Church: Exalting Jesus and Only JesusToday we continue with the series, The Awakened Church, as we look at Acts 19:11-20. Pastor Dustin Clegg opens the Word, and explains that when Jesus alone is exalted by His people (1) the power of God is displayed, (2) He begins to operate outside of the "plan", and (3) we begin to take our sin very seriously. Dustin asks the question, "What is it that you are so scared to lose that it is causing you to say no to your next steps with Jesus?".
2020-02-1640 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Woke Church: A Biblical Model for ChurchToday we continue with the Awakened (Woke) Church series as we look at Acts 11:19-30 and a Biblical Model for Church. Pastor Dustin Clegg opens God's Word and we discover that a Biblical Church (1) Executes creative strategies to reach new people, (2) Commits itself to discipleship, (3) Ministers mercy to the whole person, and (4) Sends and supports it's very best.
2020-02-0943 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Woke Church: Ordinary Church. Extraordinary Mission.Today we continue with The Awakened (Woke) Church series as we look at Acts 8:26-40. We see that the early church, just as today, was an ordinary church with an extraordinary mission. Pastor Dustin Clegg makes three main points as we explore this passage: (1) The church best represents Jesus when groundbreaking love is seen in its people; (2) The church that truly desires to hear from and obey Jesus will; and (3) The church must find its way to Jesus every time it encounters the scripture. Dustin challenges us all to obey the voice of Jesus in His Word even if...
2020-02-0241 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Woke Church: Protecting the Growing ChurchToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues the series on the Awakened Church as we look at the early church in the book of Acts. We take a look at Acts 6:1-7 and also Galatians 5:19-23. Dustin gives us three observations from the passage in Acts: (1) Legitimate concerns never justify sinful responses; (2) NOTHING - absolutely nothing - is more important for the church than Gospel advancement; and (3) The Spirit of Jesus awakened in a person always produces qualities that can be seen by others. This 3rd observation led us to Galatians as we looked at the Fruits of the Spirit.
2020-01-2652 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Awakened (Woke?) Church: Broken AND BoldPastor Dustin Clegg continues with the series, The Awakened Church, as we take a look at the early church in the book of Acts. Today we explore Acts 4:1-30 and see that the ministry of the early church was healing to some, and annoying to some. We also see that the early church embraced both brokenness and boldness. Dustin reminds us that the early church always responded boldly in prayer, and so should we. He pointed out that there were three bold directions of their prayer: (1) God's attributes, (2) God's Word, and (3) God's mission and glory above comfort.
2020-01-1242 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Awakened Church: A Healthy BodyToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the series, The Awakened Church, as we look at Acts 2:42-47 on this first Sunday in 2020. Acts 2:42 tells us that the first church devoted themselves to the Word of God, to one another, to having communion together, and to prayer. And the church today must devote themselves to these four things if the body is going to be healthy. We have to embrace them and teach them to others. Dustin tells us that generosity, unity, joy, gratefulness, genuine worship, and evangelism flow naturally from a healthy body.
2020-01-0539 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Bridge Christmas: Hilarious JoyToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with A Bridge Christmas and demonstrates from Luke 1:46-50 that Hilarious Joy (1) flows from a person who interprets their circumstances through who God is, and (2) Hilarious Joy is connected to humility and finding value in who Jesus says we are. The application of today's message is to live constantly aware of what Jesus has done for us.
2019-12-2231 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Bridge Christmas: Hope for the Hurting OnesToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with A Bridge Christmas as we look at Matthew 2:13-23. Dustin emphasizes two important things to see in this passage: (1) Christmas has always represented hope in the midst of intense pain, and (2) the Spirit of God awakens people to care for the vulnerable.
2019-12-1543 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastOrphan Sunday 2019Today is recognized as Orphan Sunday and The Bridge Church participates by hearing from two young families who have adopted children. Pastor Dustin Clegg asks the Suttons and the Pruietts questions about their journey with adoption, and then he opens God's Word as we look at Galations 3:27 - 4:7. Dustin challenges us with two questions: (1) How shouldn't we respond to the orphan crisis? and (2) How should we respond?
2019-11-1146 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest Story Part 6In the 6th and final installment of Ruth: A Harvest Story, we look at Ruth 4:1-22 and Pastor Dustin Clegg shares 3 observations: (1) It's okay for those who follow Jesus to be shrewd and urgent with the Good News; (2) In reality, service always leads to greatness; and (3) Holiness and providence are connected.
2019-11-0333 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest Story Part 5Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with part 5 of A Harvest Story as we look at Ruth 3:1-18. We see in verses 1-9 of this passage that Naomi and Ruth did not make the smartest decisions. Dustin explores two dangers: (1) Forcing the issue can endanger myself or others, and (2) A lack of boundaries and self-awareness can lead to disaster. In verses 10-18 we see that Jesus reigns in awkward and confusing circumstances. Dustin points out that we can live so scared to fail that we fail.Application for adults: Never put another believer in a position to p...
2019-10-2828 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest Story Part 4Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with Ruth: A Harvest Story. We pick up with Ruth 2:14-23. Dustin reminds us that Jesus is our "Family Redeemer" and tells us that those who have been redeemed and follow their family in the redemption of others (1) have abandoned the idea of sacred spaces, (2) are welcoming of all people, and (3) are generous in all things.
2019-10-2038 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest Story Part 3Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with A Harvest Story as we look at Ruth 2:1-13. Dustin asks us to view the commands of God as His invitation to join Him in what He is doing around us and to remember that someone's physical or eternal life is always on the other side of our obedience. He also points out that one role of those who follow Jesus is to close the social gaps around them, and he encourages us to be aware of social gaps and to courageously build bridges in those situations.
2019-10-1336 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest Story Part 2Today Pastor Dustin Clegg continues in the book of Ruth as we look at chapter 1 verses 10-22. Dustin pulls and explores 3 main points from the passage: (1) Our good and bad circumstances do not always accurately reflect God's approval or disapproval; (2) Unrealistic memories from the past can cause us to be distracted from what God is doing now; and (3) Our commitment to one another ultimately reflects our commitment to Jesus.
2019-10-0636 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastRuth: A Harvest StoryToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a new series as we explore the book of Ruth. We look at Ruth 1:1-13 and Dustin makes 3 observations: (1) Having no king leads to doing what is right in our own eyes; (2) God uses even our times of darkness to draw others to Himself; and (3) Sometimes we can muddy the character of God with the actions of God's people.
2019-09-2934 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World: Sending is SecureToday Pastor Dustin Clegg puts the "exclamation mark" on the Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World series with Sending is Secure. We explore Luke 9:49-62 and see that Secure and Sent people (1) keep the Kingdom exalted over their groups; (2) warn of the judgement to come, but they do not call it down; and (3) lose themselves in the mission of God. Dustin gave us 5 applications for living a "sent" life: (1) Pray intensely, (2) Go humbly, (3) Look for people of peace, (4) Be bold, and (5) Celebrate always!
2019-09-2332 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World: Mercy is MightyToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World series with Mercy is Mighty. We explore mercy in Luke 10:25-37 and observe that (1) Mighty Mercy never flows from religion; (2) The only way forward for genuine racial reconciliation is through mighty men of mercy; and (3) Mighty Mercy flows from a right understanding of Jesus, the GREAT Samaritan. Dustin encourages us to find our identity in the mercy act that Jesus has done for us. And then go and do the same for others.
2019-09-1543 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World: Brokenness Can Be BeautifulToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Right-Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World series with Brokenness Can Be Beautiful. We look at Luke 7:36-50 and see that brokenness in our lives can be a blessing when the end result is a right understanding of Jesus. We also learn that brokenness can be condemning when it blinds us from who Jesus really is. Only Jesus can forgive sins. Only faith in Him can save us and His salvation is thorough.
2019-09-0836 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World: Last is FirstToday Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the Right Side-Up King in an Upside-Down World series with Last is First. We explore Matthew 20:1-16 to find Christ explaining in a parable that the "last will be first, and the first last". Dustin challenged us all to be last.
2019-09-0141 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right Side-up King in an Upside-Down World: Weakness is StrengthToday as we look at Luke 9:37-48 Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the series, A Right Side-up King in an Upside-down World, with today's message, Weakness is Strength.
2019-08-1842 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Right Side-up King in an Upside-Down World: Dying is LivingPastor Dustin Clegg starts a new series today titled A Right Side-up King in an Upside-Down World. Todays message, Dying is Living, is based on Luke 9:1-36 and we explore the questions, "Who is Jesus?" and "What does it mean to follow Jesus?". Dustin issues the challenge for us all to commit to wake up each morning and completely set ourselves aside to allow Jesus to live fully in us that day. What does it mean to you when Jesus said "Pick up your cross, and follow Me"?
2019-08-1143 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Lasting Faith, Part 2Today Pastor Dustin Clegg completes Part 2 of A Lasting Faith as we look at James 5:7-20. We see that a lasting faith is patient in suffering, prayerful in sickness, and loving towards sinners. During the message Dustin calls on Kirk Owens to lead a time of prayer as we gather around those in need of touch from the Lord. Hannah Sutton opens the service by interviewing two teachers and asking for ways that The Bridge can pray for them and other teachers as school is starting soon.
2019-08-0548 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Lasting Faith, Part 1Pastor Dustin Clegg continues working through the book of James as we talk about faith. Today we look at James 4:13-17 and explore what it means to have A Lasting Faith, and look at steps we need to take to guard ourselves against burnout in our walk with Jesus. Dustin also talks about some of the values that The Bridge is built upon.
2019-07-2842 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Vocal FaithToday we continue with our study on faith as we explore James 3:1-12. Pastor Dustin Clegg says that we should have a Vocal Faith, and we should be mindful of Matthew 12:34, "For the mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart".
2019-07-1436 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Risky FaithToday one of our summer interns, Dalton Yates, opens the Word as we continue with the series about faith and talks to us about A Risky Faith. Pastor Dustin Clegg spends a few moments talking with Millie Lace about the ministry of Concepts of Truth.
2019-07-0736 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastAn Active FaithToday as we continue our walkthrough of the book of James we look at chapter 2 verses 14-20 and explore what it means to have an active faith. Pastor Dustin Clegg challenges us today with verse 17, "In the same way faith, if it doesn't have works, is dead by itself" and distinguishes "dead" faith from "active" faith.
2019-06-2337 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Merciful FaithToday as we continue with our study of James and what this book says about faith, we look at James 1:26 - 2:13. Pastor Dustin Clegg talks about our ability to show mercy with our words and our actions. He concludes todays message by saying that the only way we can truly live the Christian life is to constantly dwell on the mercy we have been shown by Jesus Christ.
2019-06-1636 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastAn Obedient FaithToday we continue with our study in the book of James as we look at Chapter 1 verses 19-25 and explore what James has to say about faith. Pastor Dustin Clegg reminds us that our willingness to obey Jesus is not the same as actually obeying Jesus. Just as James tell us, we are to be doers of the Word and not hearers only.
2019-06-0934 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastAn Unstoppable FaithToday Pastor Dustin Clegg begins a new series from the book of James, which says a lot about faith and how our faith in Jesus moves us. We start exploring this book in James 1:1-18.
2019-06-0235 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Life Like No Other: The King of Compassionate AuthorityAs Pastor Dustin Clegg continues with the series, A Life Like No Other, we explore John 8: 2-12 and see that The King of Compassionate Authority has the authority to eliminate guilt in a person's life, and we don't have to live under condemnation if Jesus has freed us from it.
2019-05-2628 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Life Like No Other: Truth for HealingToday as we continue the series, A Life Like No Other, Pastor Dustin Clegg leads us through 1 John 3:19-24 and speaks about Truth for Healing. He starts by asking the question, "'Have you ever heard anybody say "Follow your heart!"?"'He finishes by saying that when our hearts condemn us, use BOL.Today was also a day we observed the Lord's Supper.
2019-05-0532 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Life Like No Other: An Incredible Love LifeToday as we continue in the series, A Life Like No Other, we explore 1 John 3:11-18. Pastor Dustin Clegg invites us to look at three points: (1) Jesus changes our capacity to love, (2) Jesus broadens who we love, and (3) Jesus changes the nature of our love. He concluded by saying that our only hope in obeying this passage is to connect 1 John 3:16 to John 3:16.
2019-04-2831 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastEaster Baptism ServiceToday the Bridge Church met at the Splash Pad in Downtown Wynne and held our first baptism service. We had a great time of fellowship and worship, and witnessed five baptisms on a beautiful Easter morning. Pastor Dustin Clegg wrapped up the morning with a unique perspective on "The Easter Story" and challenged those present to "come and see".
2019-04-2239 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastA Life Like No Other: UP - IN - OUTEven though we have been gathering for the last several weeks today was the official launch of the Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. We explored Luke 6:12-19 as Pastor Dustin Clegg started a new series, "A Life Like No Other". He explained how you can know the principles of God and not do them, but you can't do the principles of God if you don't know them. A Believer should live their life UP, IN, and OUT.
2019-03-3135 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastThe Kingdom. Not the Bridge. Not us.In this episode Pastor Dustin Clegg explores Mark 4:21-29 as we look at why what we do should not be about us or even about the Bridge Church. All that we do should be about the Kingdom.
2019-03-2436 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: Margin for the MarginalizedPastor Dustin Clegg with the last message in a 6 part series about the foundations of the Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Embracing Margin" and that foundation is explored in today's message as we look at Mark 5:21-43.
2019-03-1036 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: Clear Compassionate TruthPastor Dustin Clegg with the 5th in a 6 part series about the foundations of The Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Clarifying Truth" and that foundation is explored in today's message as we look at John 9:1-12, 35-41.
2019-03-0332 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: Gospel-Centered DiversityPastor Dustin Clegg with the 4th in a 6 part series about the foundations of The Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Pursuing Diversity" and that foundation is explored in today's message as we look at John 17:20-26.
2019-02-2427 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: His Little OnesPastor Dustin Clegg with the 3rd in a 6 part series about the foundations of The Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Loving the Fatherless" and that foundation is explored in todays message as we look at Mark 2:1-12.
2019-02-1737 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: Lost and ValuablePastor Dustin Clegg with the 2nd in a 6 part series about the foundations of The Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Connecting with the Uninitiated"and that foundation is explored in todays message as we look at Luke 15.
2019-02-1040 minTheBridgeWynne PodcastBridge Foundations: Contagious JoyPastor Dustin Clegg with the 1st in a 6 part series about the foundations of The Bridge Church in Wynne, Arkansas. One of the foundations is "Experiencing Joy" and today we explore Romans 15 and Dustin talks about how, as Christians, our joy should be contagious.
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