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Bible Jazz RECAP: Living with Purpose (feat. Donna Patrick) HOPE INSPIRED women's weekend is THIS WEEK! April 29-30 at UPPC. Register at https://uppc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1192757Meet Donna, learn together about "Purpose," worship, pray, eat, laugh, and give yourself this gift! Purpose -- we want it and want to find it. Author, speaker, worship leader, and all-around driven woman Donna Patrick joins Mike in an exploration of finding and living in God's purpose for our lives. Learn more about Donna and check our her books at:https://donnarenaypatrick.com/Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.com...

2022-04-2556 min

Bible Jazz You CAN Handle the Truth (with Chad Mansbridge) A Presbyterian and Pentecostal walk into a podcast...Pastor and author Chad Mansbridge joins Mike all the way from down under this week to discuss his book, "You Can Handle the Truth" and why the Bible was intended to bless anyone, any time. Learn three key questions to ask, and what the "ABCS" mean. Learn more about Chad and give his book as a gift this Christmas!https://www.youcanhandlethetruth.online/https://www.chadmansbridge.com/books-2/https://www.chadmansbridge.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/i5812We'd love to hear...

2021-12-0746 min

Bible Jazz Centering Prayer (with Rich Lewis) In 2014 Rich started the practice of "centering prayer," and over time, the results have transformed his life. Rich joins Mike this week to introduce the concept of sitting quietly in God's presence, and to give practical steps for how you can begin the practice. Learn more about Rich and centering prayer!https://silenceteaches.com/about-the-books/https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/centering-prayer-method/Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on...

2021-11-0949 min

Bible Jazz Abundance (with Paul Granger) Paul Granger works full time as an ambassador for Christ, which takes a variety of shapes...sometimes week to week! He and Mike sit down to talk about what it means to live in "abundance" (John 10:10) on God's terms. Also: "crazy prayer things," accidental idolatry, and air quote sound effects! Check out Paul's work!https://www.wheredidyouseegod.comhttps://www.wheredidyouseegod.com/podcastBe in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2

2021-11-0253 min

Bible Jazz BONUS - Key Principles of "Gold" (with Pastor Aaron Stewart) What is the difference between "strong" desire and "deep" desire? What is the meaning of "bounded freedom," and how is that more free than unbounded? Pastors Aaron and Mike sit down for this brief bonus recap of the current teaching series, "Gold." Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/university-place-presbyterian-church...

2021-10-2724 min

Bible Jazz Living with Purpose (feat. Donna Patrick) Purpose -- we want it and want to find it. Author, speaker, worship leader, and all-around driven woman Donna Patrick joins Mike in an exploration of finding and living in God's purpose for our lives. Learn more about Donna and check our her books at:https://donnarenaypatrick.com/Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen...

2021-10-1956 min

Bible Jazz What is the Bible? (feat. Currey Blandford of "A Theology of Hustle") Life presents a lot of big questions, like "Why are we here?" "What is reality?" and "Will the Mariners ever make the playoffs again?" At Bible Jazz, maybe the biggest question is: "What is the Bible?" Currey and Mike talk about the nature of the Bible, some practical approaches to reading it, and also touch on co-vocationalism and foster and adoptive parenting! Check out what Currey's up to: https://curreyblandford.com/Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts...

2021-09-2150 min

Bible Jazz What is Prayer? "You're in my thoughts and prayers." What does that actually mean? This week our first-time guest Ashli joins Lexi and Mike in a conversation asking "What is prayer, with what attitude should we pray, and how do we go about it?" I'm praying that you'll get a lot from this week's episode! Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5M...

2021-09-1453 min

Bible Jazz What are Justification and Sanctification? Are we saved...for free? What's the point in trying to live rightly? Will we have scars in the Kingdom of God? Debts or trespasses...or flubs? All this and more as Mark, Cienna, and Mike talk about justification and sanctification -- this week's $5 church words.Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher...

2021-08-0250 min

Bible Jazz What is faith in Jesus Christ? Lexi and Sav join Mike in a quick fly by of questions #27-29 in the New City Catechism, and then they land on question #30! What IS faith, and how does it look through our childhoods, into adulthood, and in a world that we can't presume shares it...or has even heard of it? Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5M

2021-06-2843 min

Bible Jazz The YAE: Lauren Harrison & Cienna Dumaoal Lauren, Cienna, and Mike talk about finding stability in uncertainty, God's "bigness," how to spell "wildlife," and how many times a person can move homes. Lauren works for YoungLife in southern California, and Cienna is a Whitworth University student and summer fellow at UPPC! Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher.com...

2021-06-0444 min

Bible Jazz What else does Christ's death redeem? Matt Robbins-Ghormley is the senior pastor at Trinity Pres. Church in Tacoma, Washington. Matt and Mike talk today about the larger scope of Jesus' redemptive work -- is it just for people? Is it just about sin? Or is God's redemption plan much bigger? And if it is, what does that imply about the nature of sin and even our role in collective repentance? Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on...

2021-05-2444 min

Bible Jazz The Young Adult Experience: Beth and Lucy McGardle Beth and Lucy join Mike from across the pond in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Mike met Beth when she was 2 and Lucy when she was still in the womb -- and now these sisters are young adults living out their faith in a unique cultural context, as they navigate college, career, relationships, and more, all in an ever-changing world. Be in touch!Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com...

2021-03-2949 min

Bible Jazz The truly human Redeemer (feat. @revngeek Cliff Haddox) Cliff Haddox is lots of things: husband, father, pastor, and unsuspecting TikTok celebrity! With 14.4K followers and almost half a million "likes," Cliff's initial tinkering with TikTok has turned into a powerful ministry venue. And how Cliff adds to his list of "things" Bible Jazz guest! Join Cliff, Rob, and Mike on a conversation about why Jesus had to be truly human in order to be our Redeemer.Check out Cliff on TikTok @revngeekhttps://www.tiktok.com/@revngeek?lang=enBe in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazz...

2021-03-0859 min

Bible Jazz What sort of person should the Redeemer be? Jill, Randi, and Mike wonder if heaven is like a night club called "The Pearly Gates." Hopefully not. But in our culture and history, heaven has been portrayed as a hard-to-access place where good people go. But is that what redemption is all about? If there is a Redeemer to bring us back to God, what should that Redeemer be like?Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https...

2021-03-0145 min

Bible Jazz A Time to Embrace / Who is the Redeemer? Aaron and Mike take an introductory look at the new teaching series "A Time to Embrace" and how the Church is called to a new season of radical hospitality. Then Robin and Mike conclude Part 1 of our catechism journey with a look at the person and nature of our Redeemer.Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on...

2021-02-2251 min

Bible Jazz A Word from Mike - Spirit of God Chad Bird's book "Unveiling Mercy" guides us today in a brief meditation on the Hebrew phrase "ruach elohim," or "Spirit of God." Are you feeling waterlogged? That's God's specialty. We'll get back to "The Big 52" soon! Happy new year!Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/university-place-presbyterian-church/bible-jazz?refid...

2021-01-0409 min

Bible Jazz What does God require in the ninth and tenth commandments? Our good friend Sven chats with us about the final two laws of the 10 Commandments. And bonus, Sven helps shed a bit of light on the concepts of "law" and "freedom" from his special point of view as an attorney.Sharon McMahon Moffitt's book "The Blessed"https://www.amazon.com/Blessed-Sharon-McMahon-Moffitt/dp/0310246385/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+blessed+sharon+moffitt&qid=1607373856&sr=8-1An article on points of view about the death penalty as it relates to the Bible:https://www.prisonfellowship.org/resources/advocacy/sentencing/the-death-penalty/Be in touch!...

2020-12-0749 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "What does God require in the fourth and fifth commandments?" Multi-talented Dave Bishop, audio engineer, teacher, mentor, postulant for the diaconate (look it up) and all around great guy joins Mike this week to improvise through honoring Sabbath and one's parents.WIN A COFFEE! Be the first to write in the correct answer to this week's question. Listen to the episode for the question!Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!https://issuu.com/uppc...

2020-11-1648 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "What God require in the first, second, and third commandments?" Dr. Dave Ricker joins Mike for another round of commandment-conversation. WIN A COFFEE! Be the first to write in the correct answer to this week's question. Congrats to Bob for winning the free coffee last week!Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!https://issuu.com/uppc/docs/fall_pathways_2020FOUR NEW HABITS for 2020-21: https://www.facebook.com/UPPChurch/photos/a.10157052699306110/10160329470666110...

2020-11-0942 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "What is the law of God stated in the Ten Commandments?" Long time friend Paul Bishop joins Mike this week for a fly-by of a pretty famous list of "rules." Some people memorize them, other people have them in frames on their walls -- listen to see if Mike can even remember all ten of them! But when is the last time you slowed down to consider what God wants for us?Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!

2020-11-0245 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "What Does the Law of God Require?" Whitworth U's Lauren Hunter joins Mike and Randi in this exploration of the idea that God requires certain things of human beings. Can a grace-filled God still have high expectations? What happens if we don't follow the law? And more!Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!https://issuu.com/uppc/docs/fall_pathways_2020FOUR NEW HABITS for 2020-21: https://www.facebook.com/UPPChurch/photos...

2020-10-2643 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "How Can We Glorify God?" Mike's cousin Lisa joins us to talk about a couple doozies --1) Listener question: "Did God create Hell?"2) The Big 52 question of the week: "How can we glorify God?" Quote of the week: "It's just when I'm not a jerk."Be in touch!uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!https://issuu.com/uppc/docs/fall_pathways_2020FOUR NEW HABITS for 2020-21: https://www...

2020-10-1943 min

Bible Jazz The Big 52: "How and Why did God Create Us?" Hey wait a sec, that's TWO questions! Sneaky. Just another super-deep question to start your week. Improvise through this topic along with Mike and Randi, and send your questions and comments!"That's God doing carpool karaoke with you."uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzThanks to New City Catechism for this great resource. http://newcitycatechism.comPATHWAYS: our quarterly catalog of learning and growth opportunities!https://issuu.com/uppc/docs/fall_pathways_2020FOUR NEW HABITS for 2020-21: https://www.facebook.com/UPPChurch/photos/a.10157052699306110/10160329470666110Find more at...

2020-10-0540 min

Bible Jazz New Nation: The Altar "Witness" 0:00-11:40 -- Our 2-year-old through Pre-K school is still enrolling! Need somewhere for your preschooler to go so you can work? https://sunsetchristianpreschool.com11:45 on -- Duh, duh duuuuuuuh! What will become of this new nation on the brink of civil war? Mike, Randi, and Lexi discuss the role of WITNESS.Write to us! uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comInstagram: @biblejazzTwitter: @biblejazzLink for you history buffs about that one time when people wrote their own constitution:https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/looking-back-at-the-confederate-constitutionSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!

2020-08-2544 min

Bible Jazz Graduation, Justice, and Learning to Adjust Recent high school graduate Maria Smith joins Lexi and Mike to talk about her experience of being a high school senior during the Covid-19 shut down.The Bible Project on "Justice":https://bibleproject.com/explore/justice/This week's "Headline":https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFETUbrlEpgGreat listener email: "Lack of Unity in the Church"!Learn more and register your primary school kids for Day Camp:https://uppc.org/childrenRightNow Media is available to you for FREE! Visit UPPC.org and scroll down to RightNow...

2020-06-1545 min

Bible Jazz Response and Prayer For Bible Jazz's 100th episode, Mike and Randi improvise through an unexpected, brief conversation about the murder of George Floyd, the riotous aftermath, and the clear need for empathetic listening and compassion as we seek reconciliation as one community. Announcements: - We are celebrating our 100th episode by giving $100 to Families Unlimited Network (familiesunlimitednetwork.org)- Today's episode also marks the one-year anniversary of rebranding the podcast as "Bible Jazz"- Over the next year we'd like Bible Jazz to offer listening content AND be an active contributor to tangible needs in our community...

2020-06-0118 min

Bible Jazz Talking Across the Divide (with Beth McGardle of Belfast, N. Ireland) Northern Ireland. For many people around the world, it is a country whose history conjures images of civil unrest and militia-style warfare. Mike lived in Belfast in 2000-01 and has remained friends with several people there, including Beth McGardle. As we explore the idea of Jesus having a "bigger table" for people, Beth brings wise insight about the healing message of the Gospel in a divided country like N. Ireland. It's insight that any country struggling with division needs to hear. Help others find Bible Jazz and subscribe on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

2020-03-0943 min

Bible Jazz A Light for the World, and Your Part in the Story $10 Wayside gift card to the 16th person to write to Bible Jazz by January 12 and share your New Year's resolutions! Write to us at uppcbiblejazz@gmail.com!This week: The worst-ever baby card idea! Intentional discomfort! Mike's thoughts on tapioca! And of course, the best news for the whole world.Subscribe, rate, and review Bible Jazz at Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MStitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/university-place-presbyterian-church/bible-jazz?refid=stpr

2020-01-0651 min

Bible Jazz Sorcerers in Jerusalem! $10 Wayside gift card to the 16th person to write to Bible Jazz by January 5 and share your New Year's resolutions! Write to us at uppcbiblejazz@gmail.com!This week: Christmas trivia! Used candy canes! Sorcerers and new year's resolutions! And of course Rob, Kate, Randi, and Mike look into some of the meaning of the visit of the Magi as part of the Christmas story. Subscribe, rate, and review Bible Jazz at Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5...

2019-12-3045 min

Bible Jazz The Art of Improv (with special guest Erik Johnson) We kick things off with MORE EMAILS from listeners about your favorite Christmas songs! Share your comments, questions, or favorite songs:Email: uppcbiblejazz@gmail.comTwitter & Instagram: @biblejazzEach week we say our conversations at Bible Jazz are "always improvised." On this special episode, Mike and his college buddy Erik share some memories as they look at the art of improv theater, its skills and principles, and how it relates to life and faith. They even do a little improv live on the mic.Highlights include: - Listening and giving to your...

2019-12-2352 min

Bible Jazz The Arduous Journey of Mary and Joseph We got an early Christmas present this week -- EMAILS from listeners! Keep sending your favorite Christmas songs and we'll share them on an upcoming episode.Write to us at uppcbiblejazz@gmail.com, and on Twitter or Instagram @biblejazz. Robin, Aaron, and Mike get into the dangerous and challenging journey Mary and Joseph would have taken from Nazareth to Bethlehem as we try to cultivate a better understanding of their world, and deepen the meaning of Christmas in our world today.We also talk about horses who chew their hooves. So there's that.

2019-12-1650 min

Bible Jazz You Feed Them, There is Enough "Band Name or Movie Title" kicks things off, and then new guest Kristen joins Randi and Mike in the Gray Room 2, located this week at the Tacoma Mall, for a chat about whether or not there really is enough to go around. If there is (spoiler: the Bible suggests there is) then why is there need? And how does God's overabundant generosity set us free to give of ourselves?Re-engage with each week's teaching by following the Group Life Blog: https://uppcgrouplife.wordpress.com/Write us on Twitter and Instagram @biblejazzLearn more...

2019-11-1145 min

Bible Jazz The Surprising Gifts that Come from Hard Times Julia, Randi, and Mike cover the difference between wailing and whaling and play Name the Tune, and then jump into a discussion of how painful experiences can become a source of beauty and value. What does it mean for our own pain? How does it inform our interactions with others in pain? With kids? What would one day of complete "shalom" look or feel like for you? Listen to this episode to learn more about "shalom" and write us your answer on Twitter or Instagram @biblejazz.Julia talked about foster and adoptive parenting -- for...

2019-11-0443 min

Bible Jazz Six Pathway Hazards to Avoid Join the conversation as Mary, Randi, and Mike gain new perspective on Dumbledore, compare prayer to texting, and consider what it means to mature into our walk with Jesus. Questions, comments, or ideas? Message Mike on Insta or Twitter: @biblejazzLearn more at UPPC.org

2019-10-2848 min

Bible Jazz Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin After a round of "Bible Jazz Feud," we dive into two more "half-truths" that pervade culture:1) "God said it. I believe it. That settles it."2) "Love the sinner, hate the sin." What effect have these half-truths had on our ability to learn, to engage our communities as Jesus did, and to be lifelong learners at the feet of our master, Jesus?Send your questions and comments to @biblejazz on Twitter or Instagram, or email Mike at mmoffitt@uppc.org

2019-10-1447 min

Bible Jazz Dear Younger Me - The Sin that Keeps on Taking Loren, Aaron, and Mike learn just how much sleep giraffes and chinchillas need before they jump into an improvised conversation about God's command for us to rest every week. Our conversation includes naps, Wetzel's Pretzels, Sabbath lovemaking, and God's glimpses of Heaven, rediscover the gift of restoration God wants you to have every single week (note: God doesn't mention pretzels.)SUBSCRIBE on Apple & StitcherFOLLOW on SpotifyLISTEN on the UPPC appBE IN TOUCH @biblejazz on Instagram and Twitter!

2019-09-1642 min

Bible Jazz Dear Younger Me - Beware of Half-Truths National Whistle at a Dog Day? Holidays and Hoaxes introduces our topic of half-truths as Aaron, Julianne, Randi and Mike launch a conversation about this new series: "Dear Younger Me..." Have you heard these half-truths before? Believed them? Been confused by them? What does the Bible have to say about them? This conversation is in response to Aaron's teaching on Sunday, Sept. 8, so don't miss it at UPPC.org/media!What do you think? Let us know @biblejazz on Instagram and Twitter!

2019-09-0941 min

Bible Jazz Moses - The Lord is My Banner Play "Golf Course or Housing Development?" before venturing into giving and receiving help during our external battles. Plus: Frogs with spikes and fireballs, freaking out in China, and proof that Mike should not keep score. Be in touch on Instagram and Twitter @biblejazzLearn more at UPPC.org

2019-08-0542 min

Bible Jazz Moses - Water, Whiners, and What is it? Play "Guess the Movie Theme!" Then Batesy, Kathy, Randi and Mike talk about what it's like to live between times of plenty and times of need, including scary news and delightful surprises...plus a hidden Hebrew treasure that Mike didn't have time to share on Sunday! Follow and be in touch on Instagram & Twitter @biblejazzLearn more at UPPC.org

2019-07-2944 min

Bible Jazz Moses - Broken in the Desert A gripping round of "Cat or Dog?" leads Lauren, Yuliya, Aaron and MIke to a conversation about seasons we spend in our own wilderness, and the ways God shapes us there. Also, Randi joins Mike to offer a couple suggestions for how you can help spread the word about Bible Jazz!- Talk it up with your friends and family!- Subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts and rate and review it!We want to hear from you; Twitter and Instagram: @BibleJazz

2019-06-1043 min

Bible Jazz Moses - Murderer, Fugitive...Prophet? Lisa Franklin joins Aaron and Mike in a twist on "Would You Rather?" before jumping into this week's topic: in a highlight-reel, social media culture, it's tempting to let people see only our best selves, but Moses didn't have that luxury. In his first recorded act as an adult, Moses impulsively killed someone and fled from the law. He probably had no idea that God reveals redemption through broken people. Comments? Questions? Game ideas? Get in touch!Twitter and Instagram: @BibleJazzWalk with others in faith and life this summer: - The Well

2019-05-2840 min

Bible Jazz Moses - For Fear of the Hyksos This week we explore humanity's fundamental tendency to fear "strangers," that is, people different from ourselves. Jenn, Aaron, and Mike discuss how our hospitality to strangers leads us to an encounter with Jesus himself. Oh, and we also talk about baby animals. Email your comments and questions: UPPCpodcast@gmail.comFind us on Twitter and Instagram: @BibleJazzLearn more: www.UPPC.org

2019-05-0641 min

Bible Jazz Re:Lent - Rethink Lauren and Yuliya join Mike in this important conversation on judgment, criticism, and conviction. What does it mean to avoid judgmentalism while also speaking true good news into a broken world?Play along in this week's game: "Food or Fuel?"Some gems from this week: "Keep on scrollin'.""Listen with empathy and understanding." "Beaver-bottom juice."What do YOU think? Let us know at:Email: UPPCpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @BibleJazz

2019-04-0838 min

Bible Jazz BONUS - Matt Canlis of "Godspeed" Pastor Matt Canlis of the renowned documentary Godspeed joins Mike and Aaron on this bonus episode! UPPC did an 8-week teaching series also called "Godspeed" (as well as a series of podcast episodes) based on Matt and Julie's excellent film and narrative of what God taught them during their time serving two parishes in Scotland. In this brief bonus episode, we explore together the implications of "Godspeed" in America, and ways to rethink the time and place in which God has placed us. Learn more at www.livegodspeed.orgEmail us: UPPCpodcast@gmail.comT...

2019-03-2515 min

Bible Jazz Re:Lent - Release Ian and Aaron go head-to-head in their Frozen knowledge! Then they join Mike in a discussion of what it means to release as an act of changing our disposition toward God. When are the pros and cons of having control of our lives. When do we find more freedom in releasing control? What kinds of things end up controlling us? Email us! UPPCpodcast@gmail.comTweet us! @BibleJazz

2019-03-1838 min

Bible Jazz Re:Lent - Repent First-time guest and local restauranteur Derek Bray joins Aaron and Mike in kicking off the season of Lent with a game of "Food or Fictional Character?" Then it's into this week's topic: Repentance. Probably on the list of "things that are awkward to talk about at parties," repentance is Jesus' first command in Mark's gospel and integral to the Christian life. But what is it? What can it become in our lives?Email us: UPPCpodcast@gmail.comTweet us: @BibleJazz

2019-03-1137 min

Bible Jazz Godspeed Kathy "X" and Aaron join Mike in the first-ever round of Bible Jazz! What does it mean to be rooted in our lives? How can overcome obstacles to stability and grow deep, strong roots? Email us at UPPCpodcast@gmail.comOr on Twitter: @BibleJazzLearn more: www.UPPC.org

2019-02-1935 min

Bible Jazz Godspeed Julianne and Rob try to stump Mike in a game of "WHO AM I?" Then we jump into the topic of Identity -- what are the implications of fully realizing our identities as God's beloved children? And of course, where can I get the best coffee in the Northwest? We want to hear your questions, comments, and ideas:Email: UPPCpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @BibleJazz

2019-02-1233 min

Bible Jazz Godspeed Pauline and Rob go head-to-head in a game of "True or False," and then they join Mike in an honest conversation about "pace" and how to be blessed by the Sabbath in the midst of daily realities like illness, boredom, and binge watching.

2019-02-0434 min

Bible Jazz Godspeed What does your daily commute, Walgreens, and the hair stylist have in common? Join Aaron, Jill, and Mike today as we discuss the concept of unearthing holiness wherever we are.

2019-01-2024 min

Bible Jazz Happily Ever After Falling in love—easy. Staying in love—well, that's another story, because it most definitely takes conscious effort. As this message asks: How different would our relationships—especially romantic relationships—be if we made love a verb? What would change in our communication with those with whom we fell in love? How would we want to serve the other person? Using as a base Philippians 2:3-8, we're led into an understanding that staying in love requires our having the same attitude of humility in relationship that Jesus had in his time on earth. And we're given practical ways to put the...

2018-01-1531 min

Bible Jazz Moving Forward 2018 (TCI Survey Followup) On this week's podcast, Aaron Stewart, Heath Hollensbe, and Mike Bates discuss the results of the TCI Survey and what this means for the "health" of our church. For a copy of the survey, email: Sarah Brooksher at sbrooksher@uppc.org

2018-01-0844 min

Bible Jazz Talking:Listening Mike, Jill and Heath discuss yesterdays message and what it means for us today.

2018-01-0132 min

Bible Jazz Advent 2017 - Week #3 This week, Heath Hollensbe - Diana Greene - Aaron Stewart and Mike Moffit discuss yesterday's "Songs Of Christmas" as well as the importance of music and the theology of some of our favorite Christmas songs. And Heath gives out the weirdest Christmas gift you may have ever received.

2017-12-1826 min

Bible Jazz Advent 2017 - Week #1 This week, Heath Hollensbe, Pastor Mike and Lisa Woicik follow up with some deeper thoughts on this past weeks message - Waiting.

2017-12-0323 min

Bible Jazz From Lost To One This week, Pastor Aaron and Pastor Mike follow up with some deeper thoughts on this past weeks message - "From Lost To One".

2017-11-2920 min

Bible Jazz Giving Questions We couldn't answer all your giving questions Sunday. Listen to Pastor Aaron & Pastor Mike answer the rest of your questions!

2017-11-2135 min

Bible Jazz Advent 2017 - Week #2 This Week, Pastor Aaron - Pastor Mike and Heath talk about sensory deprivation tanks, Benedictine monks and what happens when your friends won't talk to you... As they unpack yesterday's message on "Silence".

1970-01-0128 min