THE PODCAST

In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell describes the angst that defines modern society and helps us see ourselves in the person of Martha, a woman who was so encumbered that she couldn’t appreciate the grace and peace that was available in her own house. We are reminded to trust God with our anxieties and find joy in the things he has given us to find joy in.

Pastor Dorrell urges us to respond to offenses with grace rather than retaliation. We’re reminded to embody the spirit of Christ in all we do—being good to others and mindful of the way we represent our faith.

In this episode, we once again dive into the parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing the elder brother's resentment and the father's plea for reconciliation and unity. It is naive to think we can be right with the Father without being right with those he loves. The elder brother actually demonstrates a resentment for the Father and the love that was part of his nature.

We are all somewhere in relation to the Father. Where are you? He’s waiting to cover you; he’s waiting to embrace you.

In this episode, we explore the parable of the prodigal son, a tale of a young man who disrespects cultural norms by asking for his inheritance prematurely. He leaves his family and Jewish heritage to live among the Gentiles, squandering his wealth on reckless and immoral living. Eventually, he hits rock bottom, unable to pay his debts, and decides to return to his father. We are reminded that we must come to God on His terms, approaching Him with humility and repentance, recognizing that salvation is not earned through works or bargaining but through faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice.

This episode challenges our perspective on wealth and life's true purpose. Pastor Dorrell emphasizes the importance of living on less, being rich towards God and others, and aligning our choices with God's priorities.

In this episode, we explore the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15. Jesus tells this story to religious leaders who are critical of his association with sinners. The parable highlights the themes of redemption, grace, and celebration, reminding us that there is always hope for those who have strayed to return to their Father's love. We are all prodigals who have squandered God's goodness, but God longs to forgive and welcome us back. The story is a call to turn from self-righteousness and hypocrisy and to extend love, kindness, and grace to others. Join us as we dive into this powerful reminder of God's grace and love.

For all the glory of Christ coming to earth, this story is full of difficulty and adversity. God would not accomplish his purposes in Christ minus sorrow and pain. The bearing of a cross is a reality of the Christian life too often forgotten.

The glory that causes heavenly hosts to sing is the glory of God demonstrated in His reconciling man to Himself. We can rejoice this Christmas because we who once were at enmity with God can now call Him Father.

Jesus Christ has singularly impacted history in a way that is unprecedented, difficult to fathom, and truly supernatural. As those who claim to follow Him, it would be wise to examine how much we allow Him to impact our day-to-day lives.

This message discusses how modernity has made us wealthy, but we are not richer for it. Seeking pleasure and abundance reduces happiness, whereas humility increases it. The message emphasizes the importance of seeing life as a resource, serving others, and finding fulfillment in God and service to others.

This message highlights the tendency of humans to be more critical of others than of themselves and how this attitude can be detrimental to ourselves and Christ's mission. Listeners are encouraged to adopt the spirit of Christ and respond in grace rather than self-righteousness and anger in order to preserve good.