We hope you enjoy this brief guided reflection on Colossians 4:2-6. **This is a resource that can be paired with our IMAGE series you can find here**By Sandals Church

Pastor Fredo gives insight into what living a life ‘in Jesus’ looks like. The underlying theme being: Is how you are living your life today taking you toward who you want to become? Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download …

episode 79 As we near the end of our series on the Armor of God, we explore the significance of the Helmet of Salvation. Join us as we explore Ephesians 6 and understand how this crucial piece of armor protects our minds and solidifies our identity in Christ. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! Dis…

We hope you enjoy this brief guided reflection on Colossians 3:12-17. **This is a resource that can be paired with our IMAGE series you can find here**By Sandals Church

Pastor Fredo shares some insight on the importance of having wonder toward Jesus in a Christ centered life. When dealing with identity, crisis and pressures of life, it all starts with focusing on Jesus. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get c…

episode 78 Join us as we uncover practical ways to strengthen our faith and support fellow believers in their spiritual journey. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! In this episode, we continue our exploration of the armor of God, focusing on the shield of faith. We delve into the historical contex…

We hope you enjoy this brief guided reflection on Colossians 2:8-14. **This is a resource that can be paired with our IMAGE series you can find here**By Sandals Church

Pastor Fredo offers a unique perspective on identity. Acknowledging who we were, accepting who we are now and encouraging us in our pursuit of being more like Jesus. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Chur…

THW Special In this episode, inspired by the Fourth of July holiday, we explore the themes of independence and dependence. We discuss our personal and national heritage and how our identity shifts as we grow in our relationship with Christ. Join us as we explore the concept of renouncing worldly ties to embrace our new identity in Christ. We will d…

We hope you enjoy this brief guided reflection on Colossians 1:15-22. **This is a resource that can be paired with our IMAGE series you can find here**By Sandals Church

Pastor Fredo kicks off a series called IMAGE. Diving into where our true Identity comes from and how to put down our false selves. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/ap…

episode 77 In this episode, we discuss the significance of the "Sandals of Peace" in the Armor of God. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! We explore the Apostle Paul's metaphor of Roman sandals, which leads to a deeper discussion on how the "Gospel of Peace" equips Christians to stand firm in thei…

Pastor Matt Brown dives into the aspects of becoming a Godly man. From overcoming fears, facing our inner critic and recognizing men need a challenge to grow.By Sandals Church

episode 76 Welcome to the third installment of the Harder Way podcast's series on The Armor of God! Join us as we dive deep into the significance of the breastplate of righteousness, a critical piece of the armor of God described in Ephesians 6:10-18. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! In this epi…

Pastor Matt dives into the influential aspects of a man's life from relationships, fatherhood to sexuality. He reminds all of us to listen to the voices of people who care and the wisdom behind their words. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Ge…

episode 75 Welcome back to The Harder Way podcast with Scott and Mattie! The episode's main focus is the "Belt of Truth" from the armor of God, as described in Ephesians 6. Our hosts explore the significance of this piece of armor, both in the context of Roman military gear and its spiritual implications for Christians today. They emphasize that tr…

Pastor Matt gives some brief insight on what it looks like to set boundaries and say 'no'. FULL SERMON ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/euWJX-sH-F0 Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sandals…

Pastor Matt dives into the the obstacles men face today and what God has to say about how to overcome them. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have question…

Welcome back to The Harder Way Podcast with Scott and Mattie! In this episode, we're diving into a new series on the Armor of God. After our recent sermon interlude and the Beatitudes series, we're excited to explore this crucial biblical concept and its relevance to our lives today. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update …

Pastor Fredo dives into what it looks like to deal with fear and distractions. Offering a different perspective on how to give God our attention amidst the busyness of life. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sand…

We are thrilled to welcome David Oyola to Episode 10 of the Crossing Paths Podcast! David is the Youth Lead at Sandals Church Banning. Along with his wife Carly and their son Adam, they are devoted members of our church and community. Tune in and enjoy! ---- Do you have questions or want to get connected at our campus? Email us: banning@sandalschur…

Welcome to a unique broadcast. In this episode, we are presenting a message Scott recently delivered in a quaint town near Grand Coulee, Washington. The spotlight is on humility and the fascinating historical backdrop of the church at Philippi, as elucidated by Paul in the book of Philippians. We begin with a personal anecdote about the impact of e…

Melody Workman explains that real love requires sacrifice, how to love like a grown-up, and how you cannot grow in faith without growing in love. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sanda…

episode 73 Welcome to the final installment of our five-part series on the Beatitudes, aptly titled "Live Your Best Life." In this episode, we explore the last three verses of the Beatitudes, where Jesus speaks about persecution as part of His most important teaching, the Sermon on the Mount. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courie…

Pastor Matt sheds light on the topic of God's love being eternal and how it reaches outside the bounds of human understanding. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ D…

episode 72 Welcome back to our journey through the Beatitudes in our quest to live our best lives. In this episode, we consider the profound meanings that Jesus has layered into the Beatitudes by exploring the concepts of being 'pure in heart' and being a 'Peacemaker.' Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this po…

Pastor Fredo dives into what love is and how love is mean to give above anything else. He talks about how God is in his very nature is love and how Jesus modeled this during his time on Earth.By Sandals Church

In this sermon, Christina Crowley looks at what it means for love to be all about celebrating the truth. She affirms that we can't do anything, good or bad, to change God's love for us.By Sandals Church

episode 71 In this episode, Scott and Mattie examine the Beatitudes, their two core verses, and their broader meaning. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast!By nations4jc

Join us as Pastor Matt dives into the effects of anger and resentment in our relationships and how God teaches us to deal with these emotions. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandals Church App https://sandalsc…

episode 70 If you aspire to live Jesus' idea of the best version of your life, this nuanced exploration of Matthew 5:5, Blessed are the Meek, is an episode you won't want to miss. Join hosts Scott and Mattie as we explore these rich, multi-layered biblical teachings and their relevance to modern Christian life. Send Bibles to the persecuted church.…

In this special episode of The Debrief, Pastor Matt has Sandals Church Youth Director Justin Knowles on the podcast to talk about Summer Camp. The two answer your questions about being—or parenting—a teenager in this world today. To sign up for camp, to volunteer, or to donate to send a student to camp, you can go to https://sandalschurch.com/camp …

In this sermon on the topic of love, Pastor Matt offers perspective on why love celebrates, forgives and embraces gentleness. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have questions, need prayer or want to get connected? Reac…

episode 69 If you seek Godly wisdom and spiritual growth and aspire to live a life that is reflective of Jesus, this nuanced exploration of the Beatitudes is an episode you won't want to miss. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! In this episode of The Harder Way Podcast, hosts Scott and Mattie, who…

As Pastor Fredo introduces a new series through 1 Corinthians 13, he challenges us to examine our own lives and compare the way we love to the way that God loves us: with patience. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you hav…

NOTE: Mattie and I are working on a two-part podcast about finding Blessing in Persecution based on Jesus's teaching in Matthew 5. We will bring you the first installment next week. To set the stage, we thought it would be good to encourage you to listen to this timeless message from our Father in Christ, Don Roberts. Summary: In this profound serm…

As Pastor Fredo continues in this series on Miracles, he challenges us to listen to what Jesus is calling us into as we ask Him for what we need! Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have questions, need prayer or want to…

Welcome to another episode of The Harder Way with Scott and Mattie! In this thought-provoking installment, we dive deep into the heart of prayer and its profound significance in navigating life's trials. Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Receive the Courier Update Support this podcast! Drawing from personal anecdotes, biblical wisdom, and insig…

As Pastor Matt continues in this series on Miracles, he challenges us to listen to what Jesus is calling us into as we ask Him for what we need! Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have questions, need prayer or want to …

episode 67 Join Scott and Mattie on The Harder Way Podcast as we discuss the shocking Easter Sunday event in Tennessee: hundreds of Bibles publicly set ablaze outside a prominent church. Can political tensions fuel extreme actions like public Bible burnings and question how individualism can promote discord over constructive dialogue? In this episo…

In his sermon, Pastor Matt invites us to think about the story of Easter and the impact it has on our lives. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have questions, need prayer or want to get connected? Reach out to our team…

episode 66 In this episode, dive into a riveting discussion on the 'God Bless the USA Bible.' This controversial Bible, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, merges the Holy Scriptures with significant American political documents, all wrapped in a cover emblazoned with the American flag. This fusion prompts a critical examination of the lines…

Easter 2024 Join us in this episode as we embark on a quest for enlightenment and encouragement, navigating Easter's origins and controversies. Discover the true meaning behind the festive symbols of eggs and bunnies and the historical joy of candy in celebrations. Arm yourself with the knowledge to celebrate this occasion with a deeper appreciatio…

Pastor Fredo walks us through the meaning behind Good Friday. He inspires us to explore the legacy of Jesus and his transformative strength found amidst being misunderstood and facing immense suffering. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschur…

We are so excited to have Donna back on The Debrief! In this episode, Pastor Matt answers your questions on topics ranging all the way from the Bible's trustworthiness to the role of godparents. NOTES: Pastor Matt referred to two theologians, Dr. Bruce Metzger, formerly of Princeton Seminary and Dr. Bart Ehrman of UNC Chapel Hill. Like, subscribe, …

In this episode, Pastor Fredo talks about the expectations of miracles and how we can easily miss the ones God is already doing around us. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/ Do you have questions, need prayer or want to get co…

Immerse yourself in the riveting dialogue of "The Harder Way" podcast as Scott and Mattie dissect the intricate aspects of fleeing temptation in "Tempted to Flee: Striving For Genuine Faith amidst Persecution." Taking inspiration from Biblical times when Jesus himself side-stepped danger, the hosts delve into the pressing challenge Christians face …

In this episode, Pastor Matthew Brown explores the idea that Jesus performs miracles just because he loves us. He emphasizes the fact that there is no such thing as a silly prayer and poses the question, "What are you missing out on because you don't ask?" Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Support what Sandals Church is doing at http://donat…

This episode we have author & coffee roaster Nate Westwick on our show! Nate recently published a book, 'Clearing the Path' that Matt actually wrote the foreword for. This discussion explores the demystification of spiritual life, emphasizing Jesus's extensive use of questions throughout the Bible. It underscores the importance of small groups in f…

episode 64 Send Bibles to the persecuted church. Send Bibles Receive the Courier Update right to your mailbox. Courier Update Support this podcast! Give In episode 64, "Tempted to Fight," of "The Harder Way," hosts Scott and Mattie delve into the complex world of religious restriction and persecution, focusing on one of the three major temptations …