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Church Nerds United

The Greater Guild Church

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Welcome to Church Nerds United, the ultimate podcast where the sacred and the geeky collide! Dive deep into the Holy Scriptures with us as we explore sermons sprinkled with your favorite gaming quests, cosplay characters, and anime adventures. Whether you're a Paladin of Prayer, a Cosplay Crusader, or an Otaku of the Old Testament, this is your sanctuary. Join our fellowship as we level up our faith through the lens of epic battles, legendary heroes, and fantastical worlds. From the wisdom o ...
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"Welcome to 'The Bible and the Geek,' where faith meets the digital age! Join me on an insightful journey that dives deep into the Bible, and explores its relevance in today's world of technology, theology, and culture. In each episode, I embark on thought-provoking discussions on biblical teachings, unraveling their meaning and practical applications in our modern lives. From in-depth Bible studies to profound theological insights, I seek to understand how ancient truths intersect with cont ...
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Pixel Digest is a weekly conversation at the deep end of geek culture, mining the new and noteworthy for spiritual meaning and social good. We make geeky recommendations for what to play, what to read or watch, and who to follow. Pixel Digest is hosted by Andrew Nguyen, Bret Staudt Willet, and Shamichael Hallman, and is a production of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA’s Ministry in Digital Spaces.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful parallels between gearing up for battles in gaming and equipping ourselves spiritually for the challenges of life. Just like players must wear the best gear to face raids and boss fights, Christians need to put on the full armor of God to stand firm against spiritual warfare. Based on Ephesians 6:10-1…
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Just like in your favorite RPGs, healing is essential for survival. Whether it's using potions or relying on the healer in your party, you can’t win battles without restoring your health. In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Holm dives into the importance of spiritual healing through prayer and community, drawing parallels between gaming and faith. We’ll…
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Welcome to the first sermon in our new series, "Leveling Up Together: Why Our Gaming Community Needs Spiritual Support." In this episode, "Guilds and Grace: Why We Need Each Other," we explore the powerful role community plays in both our spiritual and gaming lives. Just like in guilds where teamwork and cooperation help us win, we also need each o…
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Welcome to the final sermon of our "Almost True" series, titled "Why Doesn't God Give Me What I Want?" Pastor Brandon from The Greater Guild Church tackles one of the most common struggles in faith—the idea that God exists to fulfill our every desire. In this message, we explore the "happiness gospel" and the true meaning of holiness over fleeting …
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Welcome to The Greater Guild's Sunday service! Today, Pastor Brandon dives deep into the question: "Why Don’t I Feel Like Enough?" This message is part of our ongoing sermon series "Almost True," where we explore the subtle yet dangerous half-truths we often encounter. In this sermon, Pastor Brandon confronts the uncomfortable reality that while we…
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Welcome to the second installment of our sermon series, "Almost True." This week's sermon, titled "When Self-Love is Selfish," takes a hard look at how today's culture often pushes self-love to the point of selfishness. From influencers like Logan Paul and Mr. Beast to the everyday obsession with "me time," we dive into what the Bible really says a…
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Welcome back to the Greater Guild! I'm Brandon, your Guild Master, and today we're diving into a powerful new sermon series, "Almost True." In this episode, "The Dangers of Your Truth," we explore how modern Christian ideals often clash with biblical truths. We break down the concept of "truth," examine its relationship to perspective, and reveal h…
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Website: https://www.greaterguild.org Donate: https://theguild.church/give Welcome to this week's sermon titled "God Mode." Have you ever wondered, "Could life get any worse?"—especially after facing a major life event or a time of trouble? Join us as we explore the concept of "cheats" in gaming like CoD, Battlefield, the Konami Code, and Cheat Eng…
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Join us in this incredibly moving sermon where we explore the transformative power of the Bible and its impact on lives worldwide. 🌍🙏 Hear the inspiring story of how a simple act of receiving a free Bible led to a journey of faith, healing, and connection with God's Word. 📚💚 Discover how technology and innovation are bringing the Scriptures to ever…
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🙏 Thank You for Joining Us Today! 🙏 From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being here! Your presence truly matters. Amidst life's busyness, you chose to gather with God's people to hear His Word, serve others, and praise His name. Thank you! 📖 Scripture Inspiration 📖 Paul's words to the Thessalonians resonate with how we feel about you: "So w…
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🌟 Welcome, Geeks & Believers! 🌟 Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Busy beyond belief? You're not alone! Dive into this inspiring sermon, "You’re Not Alone In The Struggle," presented by Sam Roberts, part of our "He Promises" series. 🔍 In This Episode: Confronting the endless cycle of busyness and stress The humorous tale of Sam’s treadmill mishap Findi…
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What is the best Bible for beginners? I will discuss two good options in this episode! ******Join the Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/wendycoop Timecodes: 0:00 So you're a beginner who needs to choose a Bible? 1:43 Why you should get a study bible 2:50 ESV Study Bible 4:29 NLT Every Woman's Study Bible 6:52 Translations to avoid Grab you…
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Where should you start reading the Bible for a beginner? I'll give you some solid recommendations! ******Join the Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/wendycoop Timecodes: 0:00 Why read the Bible? 1:54 The first book of the Bible you should read 3:13 The second book of the Bible you should read 4:33 The third book of the Bible you should read…
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Was the word "homosexuality" added to the Bible in 1946? Let's do a Bible study on this. ******Join the Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/wendycoop Grab your 21-Day Foundations of Faith Reading Plan here ➡️ http://faithbibleplan.com This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning if you buy something, I'll rece…
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In this episode of Church Nerds United, we delve into the universal struggle of worry and anxiety. Join us as we explore the many facets of what keeps us up at night, from the safety of our children to financial stability, health concerns, and the constant barrage of unsettling news. We'll discuss how worry affects our peace, joy, and spiritual gro…
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🌟 Dive into the latest episode of our podcast with a message that's bound to elevate your spirit! Join us as Craig Groeschel delves deep into "Finding Peace In Your Thoughts," part of our thrilling series "He Promises." Get ready to explore how Jesus, in his infinite wisdom, willed his peace to you, contrasting it with the fleeting peace the world …
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In today's episode, titled "You’re Not Alone In The Struggle," Sam dives deep into Jesus' promise to be with us always, even in the midst of life's storms. Drawing from the powerful passages in Matthew 28:19-20 and Mark 4, Sam brings to life the Great Commission and Jesus' calming of the storm, illustrating how Jesus' presence is a constant in our …
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Do you ever struggle to hear God's voice, especially when faced with important decisions? In this week's sermon, "Hearing God’s Voice," Pastor Craig dives deep into the challenges and beauty of discerning God's guidance in our lives. Imagine if you could ask God a question and receive a clear, unmistakable answer. Wouldn’t that be incredible? In th…
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What does it mean when a popular and influential pastor steps down? We will examine the news of Dr. Tony Evans stepping down and consider what the appropriate actions for believers should be in light of this. Links for today's show: Christianity Today article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2024/june/tony-evans-sin-step-down.html Christian …
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Welcome to the first installment of our new sermon series, "He Promises." Today, we're tackling a crucial question that many of us wrestle with: "Does God Still Love Me?" In this powerful message, we delve into the heart of God's promises, starting with John 3:16—a verse that assures us of God's unwavering love. No matter what you've done or where …
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What is sola scriptura and what does it mean? ******Grab your FREE Foundations of Faith Reading Plan here ➡️ http://faithbibleplan.com Become a Founding Member of the Community: https://biblegeekcommunity.com What is Sola Scriptura? https://www.gotquestions.org/sola-scriptura.html What are the Five Solas? https://www.gotquestions.org/five-solas.htm…
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Join Wendy Coop as she discusses how to start a Christian YouTube channel in 2024. Resources: Tube 1K Challenge: https://wendycoop.com/think Video Ranking Academy: https://wendycoop.com/vra vidIQ Research Tool: https://vidiq.com/wendycoop Foundation of Faith Reading Plan: http://faithbibleplan.com Join the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com…
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Join Wendy Coop as she discusses 5 easy tips for beginners for studying the Bible. Resources: Foundation of Faith Reading Plan: http://faithbibleplan.com Join the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/wendycoop Resource page: https://bibleandthegeek.com/resources Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@bibleandthegeek…
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Join Wendy Coop as she discusses how to choose a Bible translation. Resources: Foundation of Faith Reading Plan: http://faithbibleplan.com Join the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/wendycoop Resource page: https://bibleandthegeek.com/resources Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@bibleandthegeek…
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Which is the better translation for bible study: ESV or NIV? Let's take a look inside both bibles and compare! ******Grab your FREE Foundations of Faith Reading Plan here ➡️ http://faithbibleplan.com Join the Patreon community: https://patreon.com/wendycoop Get the merch: https://bibleandthegeek.creator-spring.com Timecodes: 0:00 Which Bible transl…
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What do we mean when we say God is love? Have you thought about it? Let's take a look at 1 John 4 to see what the Bible says. ******Grab your FREE Foundations of Faith Reading Plan here ➡️ http://faithbibleplan.com Join the Patreon community: https://patreon.com/wendycoop This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meanin…
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Discussing 11:11 and whether or not angel numbers are biblical. Angel numbers are a popular topic of discussion and speculation, but do they have a biblical basis? In this video, I'll explore the topic and give my opinion on whether or not angel numbers are based on biblical scripture. Angel numbers article: https://www.gotquestions.org/angel-numbe…
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My testimony of being a Christian, then Muslim, then coming back to Christ! Listen to my journey of faith and how I came back to Jesus after a year of being a Muslim. Check out the shop for inspirational and faith-based goodies! https://wendycoop.gumroad.com/ To hire Wendy to speak at your church, organization, or conference, email: bibleandthegeek…
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Theme music: “I’m Going Bazurky” by morgantj http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/morgantj/29944 The conversation roadmap:Special host: Henry Lucey-Lee https://twitter.com/h_luceylee Special guest: Bryan Chung https://twitter.com/bryancreatesSpecial guest: Brian Chung https://twitter.com/brianchung Alabaster http://www.alabasterco.com/ Alabaster Kickstart…
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Theme music: “I’m Going Bazurky” by morgantj http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/morgantj/29944 Season roundup:Favorite episode:Bret: Episode 9 GriefShamichael: Episode 7 Princeless and MOBAsAndrew: Episode 12 In Search of Good Christian ArtFavorite moment or idea while recording:Andrew: Games as rest (ep9)Shamichael: How do we tell a story in a way that…
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Theme music: “I’m Going Bazurky” by morgantj http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/morgantj/29944 The conversation roadmap:The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild gameplay https://youtu.be/6nMnc4P_DOk Nintendo Switch http://www.nintendo.com/switch Building a Retro Gaming Console http://bretsw.com/retro-gaming-console/ Wizard of Wor https://en.wikipedia.org…
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