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Donelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 6: GiveIn Part 6 of our series through James Pastor Jeffrey challenges us as believers to answer the call of God to give. Give of our time, attention, finances, whatever God is impressing on each of our hearts, as an outward sign of an inward transformation. "If your treasure never moves toward the mission of God, your heart will slowly drift from the mission of God." Pastor Jeffrey Dean Smith Donelson First Belonging Part 6: Give February 22, 2026
2026-02-2344 minDonelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 5: DecidePastor Jeffrey continues our series through James with part 5: Decide. He lays out the necessity of deciding to obey, and how that is the true way to live freely. "Belonging is not formed by intention. It is formed by obedience." Pastor Jeffrey Dean Smith Donelson First Belonging Part 5: Decide February 15th, 2026
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The Wright Report16 FEB 2026: Guthrie Glove // MN Dems Cooperate With Ice // Clinton Wants Borders // Irish Propaganda // Trump Lawfare Confirmed // NY Times Shocks on Weed & Epstein // A.I. Goes Rogue // Good Medical News!Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this President's Day Radar Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan previews major stories unfolding at home and abroad, including troubling new details in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case in Tucson and a notable shift as Minnesota Democrats begin cooperating with ICE after weeks of defiance. Bryan also examines Hillary Clinton's surprising admission that open border policies "went too far," outlines President Trump's plan to build 92,000 new detention be...
2026-02-1617 minDonelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 4: ListenPastor Jeffrey continues our series through James with part 4: Listen. He discusses the constant noise of our culture, as compared with James' call to humility and wisdom through listening. "Sometimes your greatest ministry to someone is not what you say but how you listen." Pastor Jeffrey Dean Smith Donelson First Belonging Part 4: Listen February 8th, 2026
2026-02-1050 minDonelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 3: SurrenderPastor Jeffrey continues our series through James with part 3: Surrender. Surrendering our pain to God and trusting that He will do what He has already promised. " Your trials are not signs of God's absence. Rather, they are tools of God's formation." Pastor Jeffrey Dean Smith Donelson First Belonging Part 3: Surrender February 1st, 2026
2026-02-0347 minDonelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 2: BelongIn this the second part of our series through James Pastor Jeffrey unpacks the importance of the believers identity as belonging to Christ and how this informs our lives as a whole. "Exile is not the evidence of God's absence. It is often the environment of His deepest work." Pastor Jeffrey Dean Smith Donelson First Belonging Series, Part 2: Belong January 18th, 2026
2026-01-1946 minDonelson First PodcastBelonging - Part 1: BelieveThis is part one of a sixteen week study through the book of James. Pastor Jeffrey begins this verse by verse study with James 1:1-12. "James is not writing as an outsider. He is not writing as an academic. He is not writing as a detached observer. He is writing as a brother who once doubted, a disciple who encountered the risen Christ, a pastor who shepherded suffering believers, and a servant who belonged wholly to Jesus! And now, believing, he speaks to us!" "It is about discovering that before you ever do anything for G...
2026-01-1346 minDonelson First PodcastChrist Is Here: Part 5 - The King Revealed: Christ for the WorldIn this the final part of Pastor Jeffrey's Advent series he teaches on the final components of God's provision and plan for Christ's birth: the magi. They recognized the star because God had been preparing them for years, through Daniel's teachings in Babylon. Every step of the advent story was a part of God's pre orchestrated plan. "The same God who guided the Magi… The same God who warned Joseph… The same God who protected the Christ-child… …is the God who sees your tomorrow before you ever get there."
2025-12-3048 minDonelson First PodcastChrist Is Here: Part 4 - The Promise Fulfilled: Christ in UsIn Part 4 of our Advent series Pastor Jeffrey begins by a look into the person Luke. The one who wrote the story of Jesus's birth, without having met Jesus during His earthly ministry. The story of Jesus was related in order that all of us could hear of it and be blessed by it. It is the very promise of God fulfilled. "The Christian faith is not built on legend nor myth. It is grounded and authenticated through carefully examined truth."
2025-12-2346 minDonelson First PodcastChrist is Here: Part 3 - The Peace: Christ for UsIn Part 3 of our Advent series Pastor Jeffrey explores the cultural context and significance of the details surrounding our saviors birth. From the task of these particular shepherds to the language utilized throughout Luke God was writing a story that was understood to the Hebrews even as it was being written. "Is this not just like the Lord? He takes the vocabulary of the culture - the words normally used to exalt earthly power - and He turns them toward a far greater truth."
2025-12-1749 minDonelson First PodcastChrist is Here: Part 2 - The Presence: Christ Among UsPart 2 of our Advent series looks closer at the prophetic details perfectly fulfilled by the birth of Christ. Pastor Jeffrey details the historic context of Jesus's birth place, and the beautiful prophetic fulfillment found in it. " Every detail was divine. Every detail was anointed. Every detail precisely as God wanted it to be."
2025-12-1048 minDonelson First PodcastChrist is Here: Part 1 - The Promise: Christ ForetoldPastor Jeffrey opened the Advent season with part 1 of Christ is Here: Christ Foretold. This message centers around the character of God that is revealed through His promise fulfilled. The beauty of God's plan is revealed through prophecy made and fulfilled.
2025-12-1046 minDonelson First PodcastGratitude - Part 4: RejoicePastor Jeffrey concludes our series on Gratitude with part 4: Rejoice. This week focuses on the beauty and necessity of gratefulness in the life of believers. We are called in every circumstance and season to give thanks to God. Gratitude in the easy moments is appreciation. Gratitude in the hard moments is adoration.
2025-12-1044 min
Dean's Chat - All Things Podiatric MedicineEp. 274 - Western University College of Podiatric Medicine - APMSA StudentsDean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey, welcome the American Podiatric Medical Association student representatives from Western University College of Podiatric Medicine. This episode is sponsored by the American Podiatric Medical Association! Jeslyn Dela Vega, Carissa Smith, and Sarah Marzouk, join us to discuss how they discovered podiatric medicine, their shadowing experiences, and things that have surprised them in school. They also discuss things that have inspired them, and a series of "Rapid Fire" questions! They also share "professor shout-outs" and their roles with APMSA! Enjoy this conversation with student leaders! ...
2025-11-1438 minDonelson First PodcastGratitude - Part 3: ReturnPastor Jeffrey continues our series on Gratitude this week with part 3: Return. This week focuses on the call of God to return to Himself. Gratitude calls us to return to the Father who all our blessings come from. This does not only apply to those who have run away in rebellion, but those who wish to walk more closely with God.
2025-11-1145 minDonelson First PodcastGratitude - Part 2: RememberPastor Jeffrey continues our series on Gratitude this week with part 2: Remember. This week focuses on the act of worship that is remembering what God has done. Gratitude grows when memories are tended to. When you remember what God has done, you rest in who God is.
2025-11-0545 minDonelson First PodcastGratitude - Part 1: ReturnPastor Jeffrey begins our new series, Gratitude. He details the natural human tendency to seek God out of need, and then forgetting gratitude while in the state of blessing. Gratitude is a way to live, independent of circumstances.
2025-10-2848 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 11: The Eternal JoyPastor Jeffrey concludes our 11 week series The Joy of Pain with this week's message: The Eternal Joy. We are encouraged to hope in the knowledge of the eternal reality of joy in spite of present circumstances. The source of eternal joy is the very presence of God. "The joy of pain is not that pain is easy, but that pain does not win. The joy of pain is not that suffering disappears, but that suffering does not last. The joy of pain is not that sorrow avoids you, but that sorrow cannot hold you."
2025-10-1446 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 8: The House of HealingIn Part 8 of our series, The Joy of Pain, Pastor Jeffrey unpacks God's assurance of comfort in the midst of our difficult circumstances. Not as the absence of adversity but as His unwavering presence within it. His strength given to us to sustain and heal us.
2025-09-2950 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 6: More Than a ThornIn Part 6 of our series The Joy of Pain, Pastor Jeffrey explores the powerful contrast between the brilliance of God's glory and the reality of our human limitations. Through Paul's testimony of the thorn in his flesh, we're reminded that even in weakness, the strength of Christ prevails. Discover how God reveals His power not in spite of our pain—but through it.
2025-09-0946 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 5: Your Valley Is Not The EndPart 5 of Pastor Jeffrey's series, The Joy of Pain. This week we look at the reality of valleys, and the fear that these places are the new normal. This is not the truth, the truth is that God is just as present with us there. He is our Good Shepherd regardless of circumstances.
2025-09-0249 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 4: The Comfort of His ScarsPart 4 of Pastor Jeffrey's series, The Joy of Pain. Scars are the evidence of previous pain, but we are not alone in our pain or our scars. Our Savior carries scars of His own, the result of His sacrifice for us. Jesus takes the endless replay of your pain and interrupts it with His presence.
2025-08-2650 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 3: Glory in the GriefPart 3 of Pastor Jeffrey's series, The Joy of Pain. This week's message centers around the beginnings of suffering, and God's ever present promise of hope and redemption. God's redemption plan began in the very moments after the fall, a plan that He knows will involve the suffering and death of His son for our sake. This is the foundation of finding God's glory in our grief.
2025-08-1950 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 2: The God Who Suffers with YouThe second part in Pastor Jeffrey's new series, The Joy of Pain. This week visits Isaiah and his suffering, and how even in the midst of that suffering came prophesies of our Messiah. He explores Jesus's redemption of our earthly pain, and God's presence in it.
2025-08-1244 minDonelson First PodcastThe Joy of Pain - Part 1: Hope in Your HeartThe first in Pastor Jeffrey's new series, The Joy of Pain. This week opens with laying a groundwork of hope that may be found in the very midst of tragedy and pain. God is always present in spite of pain, and His plan and promise is for redemption.
2025-08-0546 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 10:The Glorious FutureThe conclusion of Pastor Jeffrey's series, The Divine Place. The Church's story ends in glory. Christ will return, and we will dwell with Him forever in a new heaven and new earth. Until then, we live in hope.
2025-07-1450 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 7: The Shepherd ServantThis Sunday, Pastor Jeffrey taught us what it means to be a shepherd of God's people and what this sacred calling demands.
2025-06-2444 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 6: One Church, Many MembersThis week Pastor Jeffrey Smith explores the church as a collective made up of many members. The church is a blend of unity and diversity. Though different in background and gifts, we are united by one Spirit. Our differences are strengths when we honor and serve one another.
2025-06-1742 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 5: Called to BelongThis week Pastor Jeffrey's sermon focuses on church not just as a place to attend-- but as a people to belong to. Biblical membership is about connection, mutual responsibility, and shared spiritual growth. God places us in the body to serve, be known, and grow in Christ together.
2025-06-1045 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 4b: Sacred SignsThis week in Part 4 of our series on The Divine Place, Pastor Jeffrey looks at what it means to seek the Lord. Through the practice of communion God is seeking after us and pursuing us, while affording us the opportunity to in the same moment seek Him. Pastor Jeffrey encourages the church to seek the mystery and majesty of the supper.
2025-06-0247 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 4a: Sacred SignsIn this latest message from The Divine Place, Pastor Jeffrey dives into the meaning and purpose of baptism. Is it sprinkling or immersion? Is it symbolic or essential for salvation? While Christians may differ on the details, one truth remains: without Christ crucified and risen, nothing else matters.
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They Create WorldsYu Suzuki
TCW Podcast Episode 234 - Yu Suzuki
Often called SEGA’s Shigeru Miyamoto, Yu Suzuki redefined arcade gaming through innovation and ambition. He pioneered immersive cabinets like Hang-On's rideable motorcycle and After Burner’s flight sim, and used sprite scaling to simulate 3D in hits like Space Harrier and OutRun. His work culminated in the R360 G-LOC—a gyroscopic cabinet offering full 360° motion. Suzuki later led SEGA into 3D with Virtua Racing and Virtua Fighter, and pushed console design forward with Shenmue. Though he didn’t invent Quick Time Events, he coined the term—and created a living, in...
2025-05-151h 32Donelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 3: The Body and the BrideAs we continue our series on The Divine Place, Pastor Jeffrey explores the profound biblical images that define who we are as God's people. As the Body of Christ, the Church is called to unity and faithful service. As His Bride, she is called to purity and joyful anticipation. Through these powerful metaphors, we uncover the Church's true nature, identity, and purpose in the world today.
2025-05-1245 minDonelson First PodcastThe Divine Place - Part 1: The Divine DesignIn the first message of our new series, The Divine Place, Pastor Jeffrey explores how the Church is not a building or a weekly service, but a divine mystery revealed through Christ. Discover how God's purpose has always been to create a people for Himself—set apart to reflect His wisdom, not just to the world, but to the spiritual realm as well. Join us as we unpack what it means to be part of this sacred body, called to display the glory of Christ.
2025-04-2848 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 15: Surrender Easter isn't just a story to be remembered—it's a reality that calls for a response. In the final message of our series, The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey shares how the risen Christ extends His nail-scarred hands—not just as symbols of sacrifice, but as a powerful invitation to transformation. How will you respond?
2025-04-2142 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 14: PrayerIn the latest message of The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey shares how a strong prayer life is not a suggestion for the spiritually elite, nor the ones who find themselves in the mire. Instead, a life of incessant prayer is a necessity for all – and truly for the spiritually alive!
2025-04-1453 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 13: HumilityThe Christian who has surrendered to a life philosophy of true allegiance to God, whether or not attaining worldly success, is called to assume a posture of humility and descend into a life of devoted servanthood. In this powerful message, Pastor Jeffrey unpacks three profound ways to live with humility and dives deep into four truths that reveal its transformative role in our lives.
2025-04-0849 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 11: IntimacyIn our latest message of The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey explores what it truly means to experience a depth of intimacy with the Lord that transcends the surface-level faith of which many settle. Discover how sin distorts this divine closeness and how we can walk back into the sacred nearness that God desires for us.
2025-03-2446 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy Of Life - Part 10: HolinessIn the latest message of The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey discusses how holiness is a divine calling that reaches beyond mere behavior for all who belong to Christ. As we reflect on God's character, we explore what it means to actively pursue holiness, through reverence for Christ and surrender of worldly attachments, in every aspect of our lives.
2025-03-1046 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 9: ForgivenessIn this powerful sermon, Pastor Jeffrey teaches on the divine act of forgiveness and shares the profound impact of Jesus' ultimate act of forgiveness on the Cross—an act of love, grace, and mercy that bridges the gap between a broken world and a holy God. Through this message, we learn not only the importance of embracing forgiveness but also the challenges of seeking such. Pastor Jeffrey offers insights on how to adopt a life philosophy centered on forgiveness, guided by the words of Romans 5:8.
2025-03-0443 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 8: PeaceIn our latest message of The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey unpacks the profound difference between the peace the world offers and the peace Jesus gives. While worldly peace is dependent on ever-changing circumstances, the peace of Christ is enduring. Through Scripture, Pastor Jeffrey reveals the two key actions we must take repeatedly to experience and possess the true peace of God.
2025-02-2452 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy Of Life - Part 7: JoyIn part 7 of "The Philosophy of Life", Pastor Jeffrey unpacks why so many Christians are unhappy despite the promise of joy — the emotion of salvation — and shares how it is necessary to possess true joy as a reflection of the Christian's eternal perspective.
2025-02-1747 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 6: ScriptureTo know Scripture is to know God. And while many Christians recognize the power of the Bible, a majority of Christians never read it outside of church. Discover how spending consistent, intentional time in Scripture shapes your life philosophy and receive three practical takeaways from Pastor Jeffrey to enhance your personal time in the Word.
2025-02-1046 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 5: FamilyIn the latest message of The Philosophy of Life, Pastor Jeffrey teaches us that, while family is important, the ultimate goal is to honor God both within and through your family by placing Him first. Pastor Jeffrey shares practical ways to live this out, from loving and encouraging each other to praying together, as part of a lifelong pursuit of glorifying God in all things.
2025-02-0449 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 3: PurposeIn the latest message of our series, "The Philosophy of Life", Pastor Jeffrey focuses on purpose as we explore two of life's biggest questions: Why am I here? and What am I supposed to do with my life? While they may seem similar, understanding the difference between the "why" (your mission) and the "what" (how you fulfill that mission) is the key to not just discovering the reason for which you live, but fulfilling the reason for which you are to live.
2025-01-201h 00Donelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 2: TimeIn Part 2 of Pastor Jeffrey's sermon series "The Philosophy of Life", we explore one of the most significant responsibilities of a Christ follower: stewarding time well. Time is a precious and fleeting gift, and the life of a believer should reflect intentionality and purpose. Take a listen to discover how to become a proficient manager of time and embrace the brevity of life with eternal perspective.
2025-01-1353 minDonelson First PodcastThe Philosophy of Life - Part 1: TodayAs we kick off the new year, we're diving into The Philosophy of Life, a series that explores 15 habits that sets the Christian apart from the world. In part 1 of this series, Pastor Jeffrey challenges us to act urgently, obey loyally, and surrender completely to God's will as we live today. Take a listen to study what it means to, through the lens of Scripture, live today in 2025.
2025-01-0645 minDonelson First PodcastIt's Christmas Y'all - Part 4: The Child is HereIn our fourth message of It's Christmas, Y'all, Pastor Jeffrey dives into the significance of God sending His Son at the perfect moment in history—born of a woman, under the law, to redeem humanity. Take a listen as we study and celebrate this spectacular moment in history and the events surrounding the birth of the Christ-child.
2024-12-2342 minDonelson First PodcastIt's Christmas Y'all - Part 3: The Star is HereIn our latest message of, "It's Christmas, Y'all!", Pastor Jeffrey leads us in a study of the supernatural, unexplainable, and awe-inspiring story of a star hung in the sky, guiding a convoy of wise men on a voyage to see the newborn Savior.
2024-12-1742 minDonelson First PodcastIt's Christmas Y'all - Part 2: The Angel is HereIn Pastor Jeffrey's latest message, we explore four powerful moments in Scripture where angels interact with humans. While not all of these encounters take place during the events surrounding the birth of Jesus, they each point to the heart of Christmas and the hope we celebrate during this season. As you listen, expect to hear how each angelic encounter offers a specific, life-changing hope to individuals who are wrestling with the challenges of life. These timeless messages reveal the profound ways that the angel's presence and message still speak to us today, reminding us of the true joy and...
2024-12-1050 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 35: The Death of God's FriendAs Pastor Jeffrey brings to a close what has been a most remarkable journey From Fear To Freedom, we study Moses' final moments on earth and unpack scripture to truly understand how he shall be remembered.
2024-11-2554 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 29: The Law, P4To fully grasp the magnitude of Commandment #7, you shall not commit adultery, we must clearly understand how God ordained the first marriage relationship between Adam and Eve. Take a listen as Pastor Jeffrey offers a biblical perspective on God's design for marriage and unpacks common questions that often surface as it relates to adultery.
2024-10-0152 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 27: The Law, P2.As we continued our study of the 10 Commandments and how they are eternal and true for all of time, Pastor Jeffrey gave us tangible ways that we can remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy and honor our father and mother.
2024-09-1811 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 26: The Law, P1.We often think of Moses as the great deliver, the great emancipator. He, too, was the great law giver. Deliverance from fear, bondage and slavery was obviously a life-changing trajectory for the nation of Israel. But, on the other side of their freedom, a nation without laws, really isn't a nation free. A nation without laws is a nation still in bondage, enslaved to chaos, and immersed in anarchy. As Pastor Jeffrey begins to unpack the 10 Commandments, we see that the law was necessary for God's people if they were to ever become a truly free nation.
2024-09-0953 minDonelson First PodcastGive Back Sunday VisionThere are very many reasons as to why so very many people have chosen to make Donelson First their home over the past 112 years. Take a listen as Pastor Jeffrey answers the question, "Why Donelson First?", by sharing the impact being made through the light on the hill in Music City.
2024-09-0357 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 25: The Writings of GodIn part 25 of From Fear to Freedom, Pastor Jeffrey continues to unpack the requirements God demands on the part of His people and principles that align with them as we consider our own life journey.
2024-08-2650 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 22: The Test of a LifetimeIn week 22 of From Fear to Freedom, Pastor Jeffrey teaches us that the Lord is not taking these people on such a journey of testing for His knowledge. He is doing so that these people will arrive at the knowledge that it is the Lord who has brought them out of the land of Egypt and into a land of green pastures, and lush waters, and fruitful soil.
2024-08-0654 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 12: The Obedient Choice of Free WillAs we continued our study and examined Exodus 3:11-22, Pastor Jeffrey taught us that Moses does not yet fully comprehend what God is doing. What we are learning from the man Moses is the responsibility we have, while exercising free-will, to obediently follow the ways and workings of God.
2024-04-3046 min
The Undead SymphonyEpisode 136: Dead and BreakfastSend a textOn paper it should have been good. It had a Hollywood cast of Jeremy Sisto (Clueless), Oz Perkins (Legally Blonde), David Kung Fu Carradine, Harry Dean Morgan... no...Rob Downey Jnr... no... Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Walking Dead) and the trailer was hilarious. A group of young handsome and beautiful friends including Ever Carradine, Jeremy Sisto, Oz Perkins, Gina Philips and Eric Paladino are heading to mutual friend, Portia De Rossi, get lost and end up staying at David Carridine's bed and breakfast. Carridine's son has died and Carridine uses an old Asian e...
2024-04-111h 33Donelson First PodcastTea Talk + Scoop on GroupsIn our latest Tea Talk with Pastor Jeffrey, we heard from key leaders at Donelson First the ways in which God is using this body of believers to fulfill the church's mission of inspiring people to know, grow, and go in Jesus. Take a listen as we celebrate and give thanks that the Lord is positioning Donelson First to be a church for the world!
2024-03-2555 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 5: Fascinating Scenarios in a Most Fascinating StoryWhen it comes to God and His plan, there are no coincidences. As we continue our From Fear To Freedom series, Pastor Jeffrey walks through fascinating scenarios in Moses's story that remind us just how intricate every detail of this story is in God's plan to take care of His people.
2024-02-2755 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 4: A Lie That Saves A NationTwo midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, save countless babies by lying to the most powerful man on the planet. Should these women be applauded for lying? Is it every okay to tell a lie? Take a listen as Pastor Jeffrey unpacks these questions as the story of the Exodus continues.
2024-02-2051 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 3: A Nation Already FreeWhy did Egypt, and specifically the Pharaoh, treat God's people with such contempt? Through the study of Egyptian Dynasty Periods and characteristics of the powerful nation of Egypt, Pastor Jeffrey teaches on what sets the stage for this contempt and how Scripture reveals just how greatly the Jews are impacted.
2024-02-1252 minDean's Chat - All Things Podiatric MedicineEp. 89 - Travis Motley, DPM, FACFAS - Residency Director/Mentor/LeaderDean's Chat hosts, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey, are joined by Dr. Travis Motley, a successful podiatric physician from Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Motley currently practices at the John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Motley graduated from Texas Christian University with both his Bachelors in Biology/chemistry as well as his Masters in Biology and then went on to the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Motley completed his surgical residency program with John Peter Smith Hospital where he now serves as the residency program director...
2024-02-0647 minDonelson First PodcastFrom Fear to Freedom - Part 1: God's "Know For Certain" CovenantThe circumstances surrounding the introduction of Moses to the world are both bizarre and unique. Moses was not a perfect man, yet a man chosen by God to overcome his imperfections and complete the purpose for which he was created – to obediently follow God over men and mountains and across waters and before multitudes. He too was called to embark upon a most challenging and supernatural and overwhelming chance of a lifetime to journey from fear to freedom. Join Pastor Jeffrey as he sets the stage for what will be a most remarkable study on the man who spent mo...
2024-01-3050 minDonelson First PodcastDedication SundayIn the first Sunday back in the renovated Worship Center at Donelson First, Pastor Jeffrey teaches of a man who, too, dedicated to the Lord a very special place of Worship.
2024-01-1652 minDean's Chat - All Things Podiatric MedicineEp. 81 - John Ruch, DPM, FACFAS, - Pioneer/Mentor/LeaderDean's Chat hosts, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey, are joined by Dr. John Ruch to discuss his distinguished career in podiatric medicine. Dr. Ruch is currently a member of the Emory Decatur Hospital Residency Training Committee. He's also in private practice in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Ruch is the son of Stuart J. Ruch, DPM, class of 1950 of the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. John Ruch is a 1973 graduate of the California College of Podiatric Medicine. His podiatry school mentors included many esteemed individuals in podiatric education including Thomas Sgarlato, Phillip Gardner, Merton Root, Bill...
2024-01-0951 minDonelson First PodcastLove Begins Here - Part 3, The Extraordinary of Eternal LifeThe events surrounding the announcement of the birth of our Savior in Luke 1 and in Luke 2 are saturated with Old Testament words, phrases and concepts that elevate the proof of the prophetic and divine hand of God on all that is happening and all that has been unfolding for so very many years leading up to this supernatural story of which Mary and Joseph find themselves now as central characters. Take a listen to Pastor Jeffrey's final message of Love Begins Here to see how each of these events, together, lay the foundation for the promise of eternity found i...
2023-12-2058 minDonelson First PodcastLove Begins Here - Part 2, Whoever Believes In Him Shall Not PerishWho was the first non-family member of Jesus to believe in Him? Join us as Pastor Jeffrey shares the answer to this question and how the love of the Christ began before ever meeting Jesus.
2023-12-1250 minDonelson First PodcastUnto the Nations, Part 4 - The "How" I Am To GoJoin us as Pastor Jeffrey leads us in studying the words of Jesus as He offers a sobering truth about what is to come for the world and how we are to go unto the nations.
2023-11-2351 minDonelson First PodcastUnto the Nations, Part 3 - The "Why" I Am To GoAm I heartbroken enough to go unto the nations whatever the cost, whatever the sacrifice, and whatever the necessity to save others from the hell that awaits those who do not know the Christ? Pastor Jeffrey discusses this very question and why we are called to go unto the nations.
2023-11-1555 minDonelson First PodcastUnto the Nations, Part 2 - For a FriendThere may be a time when we are called to take the extreme step of giving up our life for a friend in an attempt to protect another, but the true meaning of the call to "lay down" one's life is in reference to one's choice to wIllingly appoint others before themselves. Take a listen as Pastor Jeffrey instructs us of this type of love we are to take Unto The Nations.
2023-11-1152 minDonelson First PodcastUnto the Nations, Part 1 - Jesus Does the UnthinkableThere is not a single place in Scripture where we, as followers of Christ, are given the permission to remain as spectators. Not a single one. Join us as Pastor Jeffrey discusses our call to go Unto the Nations.
2023-10-2846 minDonelson First PodcastMay I Ask a question, Part 17 - JesusWe consider how we as the Church can love the unloved, and feed the poor, and support the elderly. All of these pursuits are noble, and needed, and necessary. But do we spend equal, and even more, time and thought and tenacity on becoming as Christ? In the final message of our May I Ask A Question series, Pastor Jeffrey asks us to consider: Has the Church forgotten the Christ of Christianity?
2023-09-2146 minDonelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 15 - PeaceContrary to the peace of the world that is dependent upon circumstances, the peace Jesus offers is optimally manifested amid persecution, pain, tribulation, and tears. Pastor Jeffrey leads us in our conversation on how we can surrender concerns and anxieties to the Lord and rest in HIs peace no matter the situation.
2023-09-0554 minDonelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 14 - Joy Unto DeathThe discovery of joy is intricately connected and so very important and necessary in sustaining the Christian to live a life that is full and satisfying and complete. Everyone wants joy, but not everyone has joy. In part 14 of our May I Ask A Question series, Pastor Jeffrey offers us scripture-inspired insights on how to find joy.
2023-08-3052 min
Donelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 13 - AbortionHow would you respond to an expectant mother contemplating abortion? Is abortion okay in the instances of rape or incest, or when the life of a mother is at risk? In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey tackles these tough and often divisive questions through the detailed response offered in Scripture.
2023-08-2154 min
Donelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 12 - The Fight For a God-First FamilyFamily is really, really hard. There is no way around it. In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey offers suggestions on helping your family be best united and prepared to face the hard together and to learn to grow closer even in the midst of challenges and difficulties.
2023-08-1455 min
Donelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 10 - Dinosaurs, Hell & The Coming of JesusTime is such a critical aspect of life. It too is a gift for us each that, if not careful, can be misused. In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey discusses this gift in relation to the creation of the world, the existence of dinosaurs and the afterlife.
2023-08-0155 min
Donelson First PodcastMay I Ask A Question, Part 9 - Church GovernanceWhat is the biblical role of the deacon, Elder's wife, and Ministry Team? This week, Pastor Jeffrey continues our conversation on Church governance and how following the guiding principles set forth in Scripture Equips the Church to love the people of God well.
2023-07-2455 minDean's Chat - All Things Podiatric MedicineEp. 28 – Kevin Smith, DPM, PhD, Dean/Leader/ResearcherDean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen, is joined by Dr. Kevin Smith, who is the Dean at the Des Moines University – College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. No stranger to academics, Dr. Smith received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree in 1995. He returned to Des Moines in 1998 and has played a prominent role in making the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery a top program in the country! He also received his Master of Science in Education from Drake University in 2007 and received his Ph.D. in Educational Administration – Higher Education Leadership, from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2014. A grea...
2023-07-1145 min
The Well-Seasoned Librarian: Mixing Cookbooks and ConversationSarah Neidhardt Twenty Acres Interview Season 10 Episode 7Bio: Sarah Neidhardt grew up in Arkansas and Northern California. She left Arkansas with her family in 1986 and moved to Fairfield, California, and later the East Bay. A gap year after high school turned into a gap five years while she worked in a daycare, a refinery, and a bookstore. After earning her BA from Oberlin College in 1999, Sarah returned to California where she worked as a secretary and paralegal in American Indian and business law. She also interned at the iconic California indie press Heyday Books and worked for Apress.
Sarah moved with her husband to...
2023-03-2037 min
Donelson First PodcastOrthodoxy, Part 3 -The Pursuit of OrthodoxyIn part three of the Orthodoxy series, Pastor Jeffrey shares the pursuit of truth being a necessary process to the Christ-follower.
2023-01-2353 min
Donelson First PodcastOrthodoxy, Part 2 -The Origin of OrthodoxyIn response to an ever-shifting world, the Church has three options. Listen as Pastor Jeffrey presents the origin of Orthodoxy and the one biblically correct response.
2023-01-1654 min
Donelson First Podcast(re)born to Lead, Part 7 - Principles for Living the Unthinkable LifeIn the concluding sermon of the (re)born to lead series, Pastor Jeffrey reminds us that a life void of discipline is a life rich in regret.
2022-11-2149 minDonelson First Podcast(re)born to Lead, Part 3 - Principles for Living the Unthinkable LifeNo other religion forces me to face the truth about myself and then leads me to action as does Christianity. Listen as Pastor Jeffrey answers the question, "Why Christianity?"
2022-11-0357 min
Donelson First PodcastA Summer Of Wisdom, Part 1 - An Overview of Wisdom LiteratureThis message begins a 6 week study entitled, "A Summer of Wisdom." In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey introduces the Wisdom Literature and shares what makes each book unique. Listen to learn about these writings that give instructions for living well amidst the challenges and difficulties of life.
2022-10-0349 minDonelson First PodcastGive to Grow More, Part 1 – Savvy Investment StrategiesThis is the first message of a two week series, Give To Grow More. In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey challenges us to consider the "why" behind our giving and whether or not giving actually gives us joy.
2022-10-0350 min
Donelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 1 - The Origin of the Slithery OneIn this inaugural episode of the Snake Among Us Series, Pastor Jeffrey lays the foundation for who the snake is and his intentions for your life. Take a listen!
2022-10-0358 minDonelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 7 - EndureIn this episode, Pastor Jeffrey addresses an important aspect fighting the enemy. Listen in to hear the biblical meaning as how we are to fight as Christ followers.
2022-10-0350 minDonelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 6 - The Snake and the Home: The Institution of MarriageThis week's episode reveals an area where Satan has worked to destroy. The battle for your marriage is one in which Satan is relentless. Listen as Pastor Jeffrey offers the tools you need to fight and win.
2022-10-031h 00Donelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 5 - The Snake & The Home: The Ideology of FamilyToday, Pastor Jeffrey reminds us that the family is Satan's battlefield. And, that no family is immune to the ways of the slithering one. Enjoy your listen.
2022-10-0358 minDonelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 4 - The Snake Often Slithers Where I Least Expect ItIn this week's episode, Pastor Jeffrey tackles a critically important essential for the church. The church is under attack and unfortunately The Snake is winning in many churches today. Let's go!
2022-10-0353 minDonelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 3 - The Snake Strikes Where It Hurts The MostIn this episode, Pastor Jeffrey reveals the truth that Satan knows how to trip up each of us. If you believe otherwise, you are probably setting yourself up for a big fall.
2022-10-0350 minDonelson First PodcastThe Snake Among Us, Part 9 - The Assault on the SnakeThis episode concludes what has been a powerful series highlighting the brutality of the world's greatest enemy and how every Christian can endure well. In this message, Pastor Jeffrey will encourage you to confidently continue the fight for you, your family, and the church.
2022-10-031h 02Donelson First PodcastState of the Church – Part 2In part two of his annual address, Pastor Jeffrey continues our conversation about what makes Donelson First strong.
2022-09-271h 07Donelson First PodcastState of the Church – Part 1In part one of his annual address, Pastor Jeffrey highlights the reasons for why the state of Donelson First is strong.
2022-09-231h 03
Straight No Chaser - A Jazz ShowPodcast 890: A Conversation with Quentin AngusQuentin Angus has received national and international recognition for winning three ASCAP 'Young Jazz Composer Awards', five Downbeat Magazine Awards in the 'Composition' and 'Soloist' categories. The State of Things is his third album as a leader. He carefully chose his collaborators for the album, choosing the topnotch drummer Nate Smith as the core of his band. Pianist Can Olgun and bassist Desmond White solidly round out the rhythm section. Vocalist/lyricist Michael Mayo is a new talent to me, and based on his work here, most definitely deserving of wider recognition. The album is mostly Quentin o...
2022-03-2128 min
The Absolute Geek PodcastEpisode 253: Making America Absolute Geek Again!!!Welcome everyone to episode 253 of the absolute geek podcast. As we approach the 4th of July we demand a change on this Independence Day, so on this week's episode we do just that as we talk about the comic con at home idea, Image Comics paper Girls getting a tv adaptation, -Jeffrey dean morgan joining season-3 of the boys, Negan Lives, Zatanna film on the works at warner-bros, and the crazy Batman news and so much more.
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The Fellowship NashvilleJames WEEK 2- "The Word of God" MJ campus2nd message of the "James" series at The Fellowship. Message by guest speaker Jeffrey Dean Smith
2017-06-1138 min