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This is the home of The Local Church Podcast. Featuring sermons from our Sunday Liturgy, interviews, and more, we hope this audio affirms you, anchors you, and empowers you to love where you are. The Local Church is an unapologetically inclusive,Jesus-centered faith community.
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The Local Dive is a podcast about the deep and shallow musings about Christ, the Church, and Culture. The podcast is hosted by Dean Inserra, Ashlyn Portero, and Alex Scott focused on leading in the local church, and living life engaged in our city. We take some deep dives into theology, ministry, Christianity, and culture, while also spending time wading around in the shallow end sharing our thoughts on the slightly more trivial things in life. Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to p ...
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Date September 22, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore Paul's letter to the Philippians, focusing on cultivating a heart for trust through the practice of being a "regular" in our relationship with God. Those struggling with doubt, uncertainty, or a desire for deeper faith will benefit from this message, learning how consistent, intentional en…
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Date September 15, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, as we celebrate five years of weekly worship, we explore more from Paul's letter to the Philippians, focusing on cultivating a heart for humility as exemplified by Jesus in Philippians 2:1-18. We learn how embracing humility and prioritizing others' interests over our own can lead to a more joyful an…
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Date September 8, 2024 Synopsis This week, we launch our new "Take Heart" series and explore the theme "a heart for prayer" through Philippians 1:1-11. Pastor Brent discusses the importance of genuine, attentive communication and how holding others in our hearts can bring transformative joy. This message is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen thei…
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Date September 1, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore James 1:17-27, unpacking its call for Christians to be "doers of the word" and not just hearers. We learn about the importance of being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, as well as the true meaning of pure religion. This message will benefit anyone seeking to align their fa…
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Date August 25, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the concept of unity and reconciliation through the lens o the Bluey episode, “Flat Pack," drawing parallels to Ephesians 2:11–22 and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of the Beloved Community. Listeners will learn about the power of coming together, the importance of resolving conflic…
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Date August 18, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, Pastor Brent explores the theme of comparison through the lens of the popular children's show "Bluey," specifically the episode "Baby Race." He delves into how comparison can corrode relationships and self-worth and even fuel larger conflicts. Listeners will learn about biblical examples of comparison-d…
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Date August 11, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, we explore the spiritual power of play through the lens of Bluey's "Daddy Dropoff" episode and Jesus's surprising playfulness in John 8:2-11, revealing how play can disrupt our routines, liberate us from pretense, and ignite our imagination. Discover why adults struggle with playfulness, how Jesus used …
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Date August 4, 2024 Synopsis This week, we kick off our wackadoo sermon series called “The Gospel According to Bluey” with our first episode: “Camping." Through this episode and the words of Jesus, we explore the theme of friendship. What you'll learn: How childhood friendships differ from adult relationships The challenges of forming deep friendsh…
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Date July 28, 2024 Synopsis We all love a good underdog story, but what if the most famous biblical underdog tale has more to offer than we thought? Join Pastor Brent as he revisits the classic story of David and Goliath with fresh eyes and uncovers surprising insights for our modern lives. What You'll Learn: A new perspective on the familiar David…
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Duke Divinity Pastoral Intern Isabel Packevicz expands our understanding of the divine by exploring often-overlooked feminine imagery for God in scripture. The sermon encourages us to see God's presence in life's messy, painful moments, offering hope for transformation. In this sermon, hearers will: Explore often overlooked feminine imagery for God…
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Date July 7, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, you will: Revisit the classic Bible story of Daniel in the Lion's Den with fresh eyes Learn to shift focus from "be like Daniel" to understanding God's presence and activity in the story Discover how this ancient tale relates to modern challenges and fears Key takeaways: God meets us in places of uncertain…
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To wrap up our "The Call of the Wild" series, we gathered outdoors and hear from Pat Watkins and Denise Honeycutt who shared the profound connections between community, creation, and our relationship with God. What You'll Learn: The Interconnectedness of Relationships: Discover how our relationships with God, each other, and creation are fundamenta…
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From our Sunday Liturgy on June 23, we invited Lenore Braford, Founder and Executive Director of Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, to share insights into the meaningful work of rewilding and community healing. Lenore talks about the refuge’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and provide lifelong care for farm animals that have been subjected to abuse, ne…
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Date June 23, 2024 Synopsis Inspired by the popular internet phrase "touch grass," the sermon draws from Genesis and Matthew to offer insights into reducing anxiety, embracing our true selves, and finding peace in God's creation. This sermon will empower you to step back from the digital overwhelm and constant hustle of modern life. By rewilding yo…
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Date June 16, 2024 Synopsis In this sermon, Leah explores what it means to "rewild" our faith by restoring a right relationship with all of God's creation. You'll learn: Why caring for the earth is central to the Christian story, not a side issue How to have a "right-sized" relationship with creation that recognizes our smallness and interdependenc…
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Date June 9, 2024 Synopsis In this episode, Pastor Brent explores the story of Moses and the burning bush to invite us into a more expansive, untamed, and transformative relationship with God. Through fresh insights from this familiar narrative, we'll discover how to encounter God in the wilderness places of our lives and in the wildness of the wor…
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In this episode of The Speakeasy, host Brent Levy talks with Elisa Rosoff, a humanist chaplain who works with incarcerated and recently released women through the organization Arise Collective. Listeners will learn about: Elisa's unique faith journey from growing up Episcopalian to discovering humanism How her background in Montessori education inf…
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