In this Lenten Reflection, Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke explore Mark 18:1-8 and the powerful promise and hope that comes through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through this passage, we too are reminded of the power of faith and the need to trust in God's timing. Join us as we delve
Envisioning the Church of Tomorrow | Church Off the Map | Lenten Series
In this final episode of Church Off the Map, Michael Gewecke and Clint Loveall talk about Envisioning the Church of Tomorrow. They share insights on how the church might adapt to the changing times and become more relevant to the younger generation. They discuss the importance of embracing
Christ’s HUMILITY is STRENGTH | Philippians 2:1-11 | Lenten Reflections
Philippians 2:1-11 is a passage about the humility of Christ. It starts with Paul asking the Philippians to be united in Christ and to have the same love for each other. He then goes on to describe how Christ humbled himself by becoming a servant and dying on the cross. He says that God has highly
Tools for the Future Church | Church Off the Map | Lenten Series
In this second to last episode of the series, Clint and Michael suggest that as culture continues to change, the future church will also continue adapt different tools in order to continue to be faithful in its mission to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. This episode is audio only, so
Don’t Forget the Goal | Revelation 7:9-12 | Lenten Reflections
The Book of Revelation is a book about the end times, and it can be a bit daunting to read. However, this passage from chapter 7 is a beautiful and hopeful image of the church. It describes a multitude of people from all over the world gathered before the throne of God, worshiping him and praising
The Nature of the Church | Church Off the Map | Lenten Series
In this talk, Clint and Michael lay a foundation for the fundamental understanding of the nature of the Church, both what it is and what it isn't. They make the case despite the dire warning signs for the Church, the most effective solutions may actually be among the simplest practices of the
A Parable of Two Brothers (and Their Father) | Luke 15 | Lenten Reflections
In this episode of the Pastor Talk podcast, the two pastors discuss explore the different characters in the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son story and what they have to teach us about grace and forgiveness. The parable is seen as a compelling example of what grace looks like and how it can be
The Core Problem with the Church | Church Off the Map | Lenten Series
In the third talk in this series, Clint and Michael investigate the many possible explanations for the core problems of the Church. At its core, has the Church found itself in trouble due to forces and pressures outside of its walls or are its problems the sign of its own internal failings? This