We explore why small groups turn church from a crowd into a family, tracing a biblical pattern from Acts 2 and Ecclesiastes 4 to real stories from our Iron Men group. This week, we share how we measure health by circles, not rows, and outline simple ways to plug into a class.

• fellowship as a central discipline alongside teaching and prayer
• Acts 2 model shaping service, meals and shared needs
• Ecclesiastes 4 and the danger of isolation
• Iron Men example prioritising service over schedule
• measuring church health by group connection
• leadership that hosts, teaches and protects culture
• practical on-ramps into Sunday classes and midweek groups
• growth that spreads from circles to Sundays

What are modern idols, and how do they form us? How worship shapes character and how to keep good things in their place.

• defining idols in Scripture and today
• Exodus 32 and the golden calf pattern
• you become what you behold
• phones, influence, money as subtle idols
• worship that reforms us into Christlikeness
• practical ways to grind down idols
• John 4 and living water as true fulfillment
• enjoying good things without worshiping them

Two pastors untangle the difference between inherited religion and a lived relationship with Jesus, moving from family patterns to personal responsibility, testimony, and daily practices that form resilient faith. Scripture, stories, and a few laughs ground a clear path to owning what you believe.

• defining generational sin versus personal standing before God
• baptism, discernment, and how we listen for real testimony
• Allie’s courageous conversion story and what changed
• two-part testimony framework: saved by Jesus and life since
• Ezekiel 18 on responsibility and hope beyond family patterns
• three diagnostic questions for authentic faith
• moving from knowing about God to knowing God intimately
• practices of Scripture, prayer, worship, and discipleship
• encouragement to write your story and pursue steady obedience

Spiritual disciplines can be challenging in our instant-gratification culture, but they're essential for growing as Christians. The path to spiritual growth involves daily, incremental steps rather than dramatic overnight transformation.

• Spiritual disciplines extend far beyond Bible reading and prayer
• Inward disciplines include meditation, fasting, simplicity, and solitude
• Outward disciplines involve service and submission to God
• Corporate disciplines include confession, worship, and celebration
• Psalm 119:105 compares God's word to a lamp showing just enough for our next steps
• Daniel's faithfulness in daily prayer prepared him for the lions' den test
• Modern culture's desire for instant results makes spiritual disciplines challenging
• Faithfulness in small daily practices leads to growth over time
• Discipleship and spiritual growth work best in community
• Embrace where you are in your spiritual journey while pursuing growth

Join us in exploring how consistent, small acts of faith create lasting spiritual transformation. The journey itself—where God teaches and shapes us—is as valuable as the destination.

Churches are seeing an encouraging trend as younger generations attend in record numbers. This shift raises the question not of how to reach young people but whether churches are prepared for those already coming through their doors.

• Young people aren't seeking entertainment but truth and biblical teaching
• Creating multi-generational spaces builds a stronger community than age-segregated groups
• Prayer remains the most powerful yet underutilized strategy in reaching any generation
• Authentic relationships and discipleship produce lasting fruit, not just attendance numbers
• Setting an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity attracts people of all ages
• Young people are drawn to authentic examples who demonstrate godly marriages and lifestyles
• Multi-generational ministry enriches the church with both wisdom and energy

In moments of national tragedy, we explore how Christians can respond faithfully when faced with evil and suffering in our broken world.

• Evil and suffering are realities in our fallen world since Genesis 3
• Our connectivity to news makes us more aware of tragedies happening everywhere
• Romans 3 reminds us that "no one is righteous, not even one"
• Jesus warned his disciples: "In this world you will have tribulation"
• Christians are called to love even those they disagree with politically
• What Satan intends for evil, God can use for good
• While we cannot police hearts, Jesus can transform them
• Our battle isn't against political opponents but against evil itself
• We should be voices of healing rather than adding to division

If you're struggling with recent events happening in our world or need someone to talk to, please call our church office. This podcast is meant to start a dialogue, not end it.

We explore the importance of celebrating milestones and honoring those who've paved the way in our faith journeys. We dive into this topic as we celebrate Dr. Ed Peary, Georgetown Baptist Church's newly named Pastor Emeritus.

• Dr. Ed Peary honored as Pastor Emeritus after decades of faithful ministry service
• The biblical basis for ceremonies and remembrances in church life
• Why ordination, baptism, communion, and other church ceremonies matter
• How celebrating milestones strengthens our faith and provides perspective
• The importance of honoring those who've gone before us while preparing the next generation
• Practical ways to acknowledge and celebrate growth in our families and personal lives
• Taking time to recognize our own spiritual growth rather than always rushing to the next thing

Remember to pause and celebrate what God has done in your life and the lives of those around you. Life moves too quickly - don't miss the opportunity to mark important moments.

In this episode, we dive into how you can have faith without being conformed to the world.

• Understanding secularism biblically as "the course of this world" described in Ephesians 2
• Christians don't need to fix the world but should focus on not conforming to it (Romans 12:1-2)
• The hardest part of living faithfully was accomplished by Jesus on the cross
• Surrounding yourself with believers who sharpen you spiritually is essential
• Biblical examples like Daniel and Joseph show how to thrive spiritually while excelling in secular environments
• Simple acts of service open doors for a relationship without requiring elaborate evangelism
• Don't hide your light—let Jesus shine naturally through you in every setting
• Remember God's sovereignty—nothing is impossible with Him