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Church ChatUnrealistic Expectations and Habits That Matter with Tony BalsamoWelcome to season 2 of Church Chat, the show that has the conversations about ministry you wish you were having. Today, we're talking to Tony Balsamo, Lead Pastor of Integrity Church and one of our District Superintendents here at EFCA East. We chat about the strengths and weaknesses of being bi-vocational, longevity in churches, platforming other people, submitting to the process, what to do with the barrage of cultural expectations on churches and pastors, the one thing pastors should be better at, and more!
Tony Balsamo serves as founding and lead pastor of Integrity Church. He loves to...
2025-06-171h 01
Church ChatSaying Yes, Leaving Well, and Staying Connected with Marc RamirezWelcome to season 2 of Church Chat, the show that has the conversations about ministry you wish you were having. Today, we're talking to Marc Ramirez, District Superintendent of EFCA Southeast. We chat about how to discern God's will for a big transition, staying connected to the local church when your role changes, understanding church context, being an influencer vs a decider, how to maximize interactions with people you lead but don't see very often, how to leave well, leading with clarity, and more!
Marc Ramirez is the District Superintendent of EFCA Southeast. For 18 years previously...
2025-04-1356 min
Church ChatA Chat With The Theology Yoda, Greg StrandWelcome to Church Chat, the show that has the conversations about ministry you wish you were having. Today, we're talking to Greg Strand, EFCA Executive Director of Theology and Credentialing. We chat about doctrinal purity, the significance of silence, theological guardrails, EFCA's denials and affirmations, cancel culture and the Church, theological anthropology, the next generation of theologians, and re-framing deconstruction.
Greg Strand is EFCA executive director of theology and credentialing, and he serves on the Board of Ministerial Standing as well as the Spiritual Heritage Committee. He and his family are members of Northfield (Minnesota...
2025-03-041h 08
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWalking By Faith We as readers of 2 Cor 5:6-15 catch a glimpse of what motivated the passionate and steadfast nature of the Apostle Paul during his ministry. The profound sense of Christ’s love and his recognition of a day in which he would appear before Christ, compelled him to rely on the Holy Spirit’s power as he lived to serve the Lord Jesus’ purposes.
2024-12-0142 min
Preaching for the Long HaulPreaching in the EFCA w/ TEDS President, Dr. Kevin KompelienDr. Kevin Kompelien has served as a pastor of several EFCA churches over 20 years, in Reach Global which is EFCA missions in Africa, as the EFCA President, and now serves as the president of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. In other words he has spent his whole ministry career serving in the EFCA context. Join Jake and Saolomon for a conversation on preaching in the EFCA.
2024-11-2534 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGrateful: Unexpressed gratitude communicates ingratitude.Message preached on November 24, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-11-2435 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Treasured Jewels Message preached on November 17, 2024 by David Jackson. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-11-1739 min
Church ChatConflict, Clarity, and Smelling Like Sheep with Kevin KompelienWelcome to season 2 of Church Chat, the show that has the conversations about ministry you wish you were having. Today we're talking to Kevin Kompelien, 17th president of Trinity International University about the future of denominations, the paradox of grace and truth, developing clear values, leading in the midst of conflict, the practice of stepping away, how to pivot in leadership, and more!
Kevin Kompelien is the 17th president of Trinity International University.
He served as the president of the Evangelical Free Church of America for nine years, from 2015-2023. Before that time, h...
2024-11-111h 07
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXHow to Pray for Our Nation Message preached on November 10, 2024 by David Jackson. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-11-1044 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Macedonian Call God's heart is inclined toward those who are open and desperate.Message preached on November 3, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-11-0333 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXProgress Out of Conflict God intends our differences to compliment his ministry, not complicate it.Message preached on October 27, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-10-2731 min
Church ChatThriving In Seasons Of Change with Jeff MartinWelcome to season 2 of Church Chat, the show that has the conversations about ministry you wish you were having. Today we're talking to Jeff Martin, Lead Pastor of Rock Creek Church, about the difference between relational and organizational problems, making big changes the simple way, ministering in a transient community, being a flexible leader, what the world needs in a hyper partisan environment, how to combat the one-way sermon, being a majority leader in a diverse community, attracting the younger generation, developing a replace yourself mentality and more!
Jeff Martin grew up in northern New...
2024-10-211h 01
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Jerusalem Council Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.Message preached on October 20, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-10-2035 min
Church ChatEvangelicalism, Politics, and Essentials with Bill RiedelWelcome to Church Chat, the show where we have the conversations about ministry you wish we were having. Today Josh and Emily are joined by Bill Riedel, lead pastor of Redemption Hill Church in Washington D.C.! They talk about fundamentalism vs evangelicalism, the political divide in our churches, essentials vs non-essentials, how to function as a church when we disagree, getting objective about the culture in which you serve, deconstruction, the intersection of Christianity and politics and more!
Bill is the founding and lead pastor of Redemption Hill Church in Washington, DC. He was formally trained...
2024-10-171h 03
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXPaul and Barnabas at Iconium and Lystra Hardship is a necessary path to the kingdom of God.Message preached on October 6, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-10-0638 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXDont Scoff At Gods Grace God's grace extends forever– its offer does not.Message preached on September 29, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-09-2945 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXOn Mission With the Spirit The Lord authenticates his messengers by the Spirit of GodMessage preached on September 22, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-09-2246 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGod Gets the Glory God's sovereignty ensures his glory over both church and state.Message preached on September 15, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-09-1539 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Church in Antioch The Lord’s hand is on the church on mission with Him.Message preached on September 8, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-09-0839 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Conversion of Cornelius God responds with light to those who walk in light.Message preached on September 1, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-09-0141 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGet Up and Walk Relying on the Spirit's transforming power authenticates the risen Jesus in your life.Message preached on August 25, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-08-2537 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXSauls Early Ministry A measure of suffering is guaranteed and necessary to obey God's call for your life.Message preached on August 18, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-08-1843 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXSaul's Conversion MAIN POINT: The way of God is not a doctrine, philosophy, or religion–it's a person.Message preached on August 11, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-08-1134 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXAn Introduction to the Apostle Paul The Life of PaulMessage preached on August 4, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-08-0435 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Pouting Prophet Beware of surrendering to God's moral will for your life but not surrendering to what God wants to do in the lives of people not like you.Message preached on July 28, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-07-2838 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Repenting Prophet God is generous in his grace but thorough in his discipline.Message preached on July 21, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-07-2128 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Runaway Prophet Jonah 1:1-16 teaches us that while we can run from God, we cannot outrun Him. God's sovereignty andrelentless pursuit are evident throughout the story. By examining Jonah's actions and the reactions ofthose around him, we learn the importance of obedience and the impact of our choices on ourselves andothers.
2024-07-1436 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible Says About Anger Man's anger does not accomplish God's righteousness.Message preached on July 7, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-07-0744 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible says About Self-Esteem MAIN POINT: Good self-esteem is not a pursuit, it is a result.Message preached on June 30, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-06-3046 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible Says About False Guilt Any violation of one's conscience is always real guilt before God.Message preached on June 23, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-06-2339 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXI Cant Do All Things God does not promise prosperity but gives gratitude, contentment and strength.Message preached on June 16, 2024 by Guest Pastor Bob DeGray. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-06-1631 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible Says About Guilt Message preached on June 9, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-06-0945 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible Says About the Conscience The conscience is God's red light on the dashboard of your heart.Message preached on June 2, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-06-0240 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat the Bible says about Scripture The Scriptures are uniquely suited to address all of our emotional and spiritual issues.Message preached on May 26, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-05-2638 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXPhilip and the Ethiopian God ensures that all who are open to the message – hear the message.Message preached on May 19, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-05-1939 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Gospel in Samaria God's glory cannot be contained, stolen, or bought.Message preached on May 12, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-05-1235 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXStephen's Witness Acts The Lord stands for those who stand for Him.Message preached on May 5, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-05-0540 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXChoosing Servants Servant leaders steward the work of God for the glory of God.Message preached on April 28, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-04-2836 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXFacing Opposition Unspeakable joy awaits the one boldly facing opposition to the Gospel.Message preached on April 21, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-04-2130 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWith Priviledge Comes Responsibility The privilege of knowing God includes one's responsibility to fear God.Message preached on April 14, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-04-1435 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXPrayer For Boldness We need supernatural boldness for a supernatural battle.Message preached on April 7, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-04-0739 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXNo Other Name The resurrection of Jesus devastates all other worldviews.Message preached on March 31, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-03-3148 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXHealing at the Gate Jesus is your greatest asset.Message preached on March 24, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-03-2440 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXBiblical Community Biblical community foster's intimacy with God, fellowship among believers, and influence with unbelievers.Message preached on March 17, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-03-1739 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXPeter's Sermon God's indwelling Spirit is available in these last days to all who put their faith in Jesus.Message preached on March 10, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-03-1039 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXPentecost Power The Holy Spirit enables one to speak and discern God's truth.Message preached on March 3, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-03-0352 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWaiting with Purpose Acts God intends seasons of prayer to prepare you for his purposes.This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-02-2536 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXEmpowered beginnings Your union with Christ enables you, by the power of God’s Spirit, to live for God's glory.Message preached on February 18, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-02-1839 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXEvidence for the resurrection of Jesus The evidence for the resurrection of Jesus is multiple and credible. Application: Take comfort in the reality of our risen Lord.This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-02-1139 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWalking in the fear of the Lord Message preached on February 4, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-02-0451 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXSnared: Avoiding the Fear of Man The fear of mankind is a snare, but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.Message preached on January 28, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-01-2835 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXNavigating the World of Music through a Biblical Compass Message preached on January 21, 2024 by Guest Preacher David Jackson. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-01-2152 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXState of the Church Message preached on January 14, 2024 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-01-141h 21
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXFixing Your Eyes on Jesus Message preached on January 7, 2024 by Guest Preacher David Jackson. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2024-01-0752 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhat is Your One Thing Message preached on December 31, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-12-3151 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGod Presents His King Message preached on December 24, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-12-2457 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGod Fulfills His Word Message preached on December 17, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-12-1746 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGod Favors the Humble Message preached on December 10, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-12-1051 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGod Prepares His People Message preached on December 3, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-12-0348 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXBe Like Jesus To walk by the Spirit we need to have the mindset of the Spirit.Message preached on November 26, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-11-2649 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThink Like Jesus Being like Jesus means thinking like Jesus.Message preached on November 12, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-11-1252 min
Parkview Training PodcastThe Heart of the EFCA: An Interview with Kevin KompelienPastor Mark and Devon sit down with Kevin Kompelien, the president of the EFCA to learn more about Kevin and the EFCA ahead of his visit to Parkview on November 12. We hope you can join us at 10 AM on Sunday, November 12 at Central Campus (15 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA) to hear Kevin's message.About Kevin Kompelien:With the gospel as the foundation of the EFCA, President Kompelien is committed to building a culture of disciplemaking furthering the EFCA’s mission of multiplying transformational churches among all people. His desire is to establish disciplemaking pathways and multiply ge...
2023-11-0826 min
Parkview Groups PodcastWeek of November 6-12Pastor Mark and Devon sit down with Kevin Kompelien, the president of the EFCA to learn more about Kevin and the EFCA ahead of his visit to Parkview on November 12. We hope you can join us at 10 AM on Sunday, November 12 at Central Campus (15 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA) to hear Kevin's message.About Kevin Kompelien:With the gospel as the foundation of the EFCA, President Kompelien is committed to building a culture of disciplemaking furthering the EFCA’s mission of multiplying transformational churches among all people. His desire is to establish disciplemaking pathways and multiply ge...
2023-11-0626 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Way With Divisive People How should we respond to a divisive person?Message preached on November 5, 2023 by Pastor John White. This audio/video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-11-0546 min
Trinity Church WoodbridgeEp. 8 EFCA Pastoral Installation ServiceDistrict Superintendent Sam Huggard preaches about pastoral ministry during the installation service of Pastor Josh Benner.
2023-10-2942 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Purpose for the Holy Spirit God's kindness/love enables you (through Spirit) to extend kindness and engage in good works.Message preached on October 29, 2023 by Pastor John White. This audio/video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-10-2940 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Way in Culture Message preached on October 22, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-10-2242 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Purpose for Grace What is God's Purpose for Grace?Message preached on October 15, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-10-1544 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Way in the Workplace What is God's desire for the Workplace?Message preached on October 8, 2023 by Pastor John White. This audio/video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-10-0846 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXProclaim Gods Way for Young Men What is God's desire for Young Men?Message preached on October 1, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video/audio is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-10-0137 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXProclaim Gods Way for Families God’s way in the family preserves reverence for God’s word.Message preached on September 24, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-09-2441 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXConfront False Teachers What is God's way of handling Spiritual Deception?Message preached on September 17, 2023 by Pastor John White. This audio/video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-09-1757 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXGods Call to Spiritual Leaders Am I a leader worth following?Message preached on September 10, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video/audio is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-09-1037 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Truth Effect Message preached on September 3, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-09-0342 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Resurrection and the Life What must you believe about Jesus to be saved?Message preached on August 27, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-08-271h 00
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXNot Ceasing to Pray for You Message preached on August 20, 2023 by Pastor Bob DeGray. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-08-2031 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXHow Do You Control Feeling Out of Control Message preached on August 13, 2023 by Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-08-1359 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXResponsibilities of Shepherds and Their Sheep Hebrews Message preached on August 6, 2023 by Guest Pastor Brent Burckart. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-08-0644 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXWhere is Your Faith Learning to trust Jesus in the storms of life.Message preached on July 30, 2023 by Guest Preacher David Jackson. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-07-3038 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Care and Feeding of the Pastor Message preached on July 23, 2023 by Guest Pastor Mark Swirsky. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-07-2327 min
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXDealing with EGRs (Extra Grace Required) Message preached on July 16, 2023 by Guest Pastor Mark Swirsky. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-07-162h 00
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXLive by Grace Choose to live by grace and not by law.Message preached on July 9, 2023 by Guest Pastor Mark Swirsky. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-07-091h 00
Trinity Fellowship Friendswood, TXThe Prayer God Always Answers Message preached on June 25, 2023 by Trinity's New Senior Pastor John White. This video is for non-profit educational purposes only. The brief use of images from copyright material is thought to be ‘fair use’ of the material.
2023-06-2545 min
Shades MidweekEpisode 055 - Interview With Kevin KompelienThis week we had an excellent conversation with EFCA President Kevin Kompelien about the EFCA denomination and the work they are doing locally and globally. Rev. Kevin Kompelien was elected president of the Evangelical Free Church of America in 2015. For the previous nine years, he served as the international leader for the Africa division with ReachGlobal (the international mission of the EFCA) and as a senior leader of the mission. A graduate of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (1983), Kompelien served over twenty years as pastor of two EFCA churches. In addition, he served on the North Central District Board chairing...
2021-03-101h 05
EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 196: The Doctrine of God: The Trinity and Classical Theism with Dr. Fred SandersIn February 2020, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. The focus was on the theme “Contending for the Faith – 7 Critical Contemporary Doctrinal Challenges: A Biblical, Theological and Pastoral Response.” On this episode of the podcast, we share Dr. Fred Sanders' opening message of the conference, “The Doctrine of God: The Trinity and Classical Theism.”
Fred serves as professor and associate dean of the Torrey Honors Institute at Biola University in La Mirada, California.
2020-03-201h 11EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 173: Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA, part 4In February 2019, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. The focus of the preconference was on the theme, “Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA.” On this episode of the podcast, we share the third and final session, which is a panel discussion with Mark Noll and Daryl Williamson, moderated by Greg Strand, as they engage with one another and respond to questions asked by others.
Mark serves as the research professor of history at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, and professor emeritus at Notre Dame University in South Bend...
2019-05-051h 00EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 172: Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA, part 3In February 2019, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. The focus of the preconference was on the theme, “Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA.” On this episode of the podcast, we share Daryl Williamson’s message on the topic “'Evangelical' in the Early Twenty-First Century: An African-American Perspective.”
Darryl serves as the lead pastor of Living Faith Bible Fellowship in Tampa, Florida.
2019-05-0453 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 171: Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA, part 2In February 2019, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. The focus of the preconference was on the theme, “Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA.” On this episode of the podcast, we share Mark Noll’s opening message on the topic, “'Evangelical' in the Early Twenty-First Century: An Historical and Global Perspective.”
Mark serves as the research professor of history at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, and professor emeritus at Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana.
2019-05-0455 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 170: Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA, part 1In February 2019, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. The focus of the preconference was on the theme, “Evangel, Evangelical, Evangelicalism and the EFCA.” On this episode of the podcast, we share Greg Strand’s introduction to the preconference.
Greg serves as the executive director of theology and credentialing in the EFCA.
2019-05-0314 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 169: EFCA Statement of Faith Q&AIn February 2019, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, for the annual Theology Conference. As part of this conference, there was a “Statement of Faith Q&A” on the motion to amend Article 9 of our EFCA Statement of Faith, which consists of removing the term “premillennial” and replacing it with “glorious.” On this episode of the podcast, Bill Kynes and Greg Strand, members of the Spiritual Heritage Committee, gave an introduction to the session by responding to a few of the commonly-asked questions regarding this motion.
Bill serves as senior pastor at Cornerstone Church (EFCA) in Ann...
2019-05-0231 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 168: Pablo Cachon and Bryan Lair, What It Means to be Evangelical in the EFCA, Part 2In the fall of 2018, a number of pastors and leaders from across the EFCA gathered at the national office for the annual Missional Summit. Our theme for the Summit was “What it Means to be Evangelical,” which was the topic of the opening lecture.
On this episode, we include the second session, part 2, which includes messages from Pablo Cachon and Bryan Lair, with a more focused and specific message to us, “What It Means to be Evangelical in the EFCA.” The speakers addressed the following questions: What are the challenges or positive aspects you face in reaching your community because of the n...
2019-01-1637 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 166: David Dockery, What It Means to be EvangelicalIn the fall of 2018, a number of pastors and leaders from across the EFCA gathered at the national office for the annual Missional Summit. Our theme for the Summit was “What it Means to be Evangelical”. Considering societal turmoil, the word "evangelical" has developed various meanings, some which are not favorable.
On this episode of the podcast, we share the opening message from the Summit by David Dockery, in which he chronicles the history of evangelicalism and where he sees evangelicalism today. In his message, David also provides a look forward with a focus on some ways we in the EFCA...
2019-01-071h 04EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 150: D.A. Carson on Word and GospelIn 2017, EFCA pastors and church leaders gathered in Austin, Texas for EFCA One, our biennial national conference. The focus of the conference was on EFCA’s “foundation stones,” which are the essential values that have guided our movement from the very beginning. On this episode of the podcast, we share a message from that conference by D.A. Carson.
Dr. Carson serves as Research Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL.
2018-01-161h 03EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 140: An Interview with Greg Strand on the 2017 EFCA Theology ConferenceThe EFCA is deeply committed to the theological health of our pastors, church leaders and churches. One way we live out this commitment is though our annual theology conferences. On this episode of the podcast we share an interview with Greg Strand, EFCA Director of Biblical Theology and Credentialing, on the 2017 EFCA Theology Conference. Titled Reformation 500: Theology and Legacy – God’s Gospel and the EFCA, the conference will be held in early February at Trinity International University. This interview will give you a good sense of what you will gain from the conference.You can find more information on the 2017 EFCA...
2016-11-0336 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 131: Scott Manetsch on Baptism and the EFCAMany people (including some within our EFCA family) are surprised to learn that we allow the practice of both believer’s baptism and infant baptism in our churches. To help us better understand our commitment to unity on this issue, the 2005 EFCA Theology Conference took up the task of examining “Baptism and the EFCA.” On this episode of the podcast, we share a message from that conference by Dr. Scott Manetsch, which provides a helpful historical overview of the doctrine and practice of baptism, from the early church through the Reformation.Scott serves as Professor of Church History at Trinity Evange...
2016-06-231h 13EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 124: John Woodbridge on the History of Biblical AuthorityFor more than four decades Dr. John Woodbridge has been helping EFCA pastors and church leaders understand and apply the lessons of church history. On today’s episode, we share his conference message from the 2015 EFCA Theology Conference, entitled, “The History of Biblical Authority: Nine Pointers.”Dr. Woodbridge serves as Research Professor of Church History and the History of Christian Thought at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL.You can find more from the 2015 EFCA Theology Conference here.
2016-04-271h 13EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 119: Greg Strand on our EFCA History and HeritageRecently Greg Strand, director of Biblical Theology and Credentialing, was invited to give the Founders' Day lecture at Trinity Evangelical Divintiy School. On this episode of the podcast we share his address on the history and heritage of the Evangelical Free Church of America and Trinity International University.You can find more information on the EFCA here and on Trinity International University here.
2016-03-1642 minEFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 117: Washed and Waiting: A Personal Testimony, Theological and Ecclesial Reflections by Wesley HillMost would agree that we find ourselves in the midst of a cultural sea-change in the area of human sexuality. In light of this, our 2013 EFCA Theology Conference focused on this topic. On this episode of the podcast, we share a conference message by Dr. Wesley Hill in which he shares his personal testimony as well as his theological and ecclesial reflections on this important topic. The episode includes an introduction and Q&A with EFCA’s Greg Strand.Dr. Hill serves as Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Trinity School for Ministry in Ambridge, PA.You can find more fr...
2016-02-291h 30EFCA Theology PodcastEpisode 107: Approaching the Doctrine of the Trinity by Fred SandersIn 2014, the EFCA Theology Conference took up the theme of "Christian Faithfulness in a Changing Culture." At the beginning of that conference we invited Dr. Fred Sanders to teach a preconference seminar on the doctrine of the Trinity called God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity. On this episode we share his opening lecture, Approaching the Doctrine of the Trinity.Dr. Sanders serves as an Associate Professor for the Torrey Honors Institute at Biola University in La Mirada, CA. He is the author of The Deep Things of God .You can find more resources from our 2014 EFCA Theology Conference here.
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