Best City of Durham NC Podcasts (2024)

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How Much Faith is "Saving" Faith 35:50

2h ago35:50

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How much faith is required for a believer to be truly saved? Join Pastor Alex Regalado in a discussion on the idea of "saving" faith and what it is. In this message, we'll look at Abraham and why Paul tells Christians to believe like him.

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Remember the Lord’s Salvation | Exodus 13:1-16 | Pastor Mike Herman | Mercy Church 31:06

3d ago31:06

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Pastor Mike discusses the importance of remembering God's acts of mercy in our lives. The sermon dives into the story of Israel's exodus from Egypt and emphasizes the need to remember God's deliverance amidst life's trials. He encourages giving our best to God, recognizing His strength, and holding onto hope for the promised land like the Israelite…

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Celebrate and Remember | Exodus 13:1-16 | Pastor Scott Urbanek | Mercy Church 33:36

3d ago33:36

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Pastor Scott highlights the importance of actively remembering and celebrating the faithfulness of God in our lives. Drawing from the book of Exodus, he explains how forgetfulness hinders our relationship with God and emphasizes the need to keep God's faithfulness at the forefront of our minds. He highlights discipleship principles, such as giving …

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Remember God’s Goodness and Celebrate His Faithfulness | Exodus 13:1-16 | Pastor Darrick Smith | Mercy Church 34:50

3d ago34:50

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Pastor Darrick urges the congregation to remember God’s goodness and faithfulness. He focuses on consecration, unleavened bread, and the redemption of the firstborn, emphasizing trusting God with all aspects of life. He encourages intentional celebration, gratitude, and passing on faith to the next generation. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons,…

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S3E20 - Piloting Domestic Election Observation with Montana’s Jeff Mangan 25:56

2h ago25:56

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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Jeff Mangan. He’s a former Commissioner of Political Practice in Montana, and one of co-chairs of the Montana Election Observation Initiative [MEOI], a Carter Center-supported nonpartisan election observation effort. MEOI conducted their first pilot observation during Montana’s June 4th …

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What is Justification? 33:24

7d ago33:24

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What does it mean for believers to be justified by faith? Join Pastor Alex Regalado as he explores the theological concept of justification through the analogy of jumping into a pool. In this message, you'll discover how the concept of justification is woven throughout Scripture and what it means for us today.…

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A Heart for the Lost | Jonah 4:1-11 | Pastor Ryan Brooks | Mercy Church 46:29

7d ago46:29

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Guest speaker Ryan Brooks, Lead Pastor of Vertical Church in Hillsborough, NC preaches from Jonah 4 and implores us to have a heart for the lost. Looking at Jonah's heart issues helps listeners to understand where their own hearts may be misaligned in withholding the good news of Jesus from others. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can lis…

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Gospel Partnership | Philippians 1:3-7 | Pastor Taylor Knock | Mercy Church 27:39

6d ago27:39

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Pastor Taylor Knock, a lay elder at our Northeast campus, teaches from Philippians 1:3-7, emphasizing unity through the gospel in joy, suffering, and trust in Jesus, using the Philippians’ support for Paul amidst persecution as an example. He stresses that true joy and salvation come from God’s work, encouraging believers to walk together through c…

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A Devoted and Generous Church | Acts 2:42-47 | Pastor Mike Herman | Mercy Church 35:06

15d ago35:06

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Pastor Mike Herman teaches from Acts 2, emphasizing the early church’s devotion to God and radical generosity. He challenges the congregation to mirror the early church’s unity and dedication, urging them not to settle for a casual church experience. By highlighting historical and biblical examples, Pastor Mike calls for a community of devoted and …

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From Generation to Generation | 2 Timothy 1:1-14 | Pastor Josh Jones | Mercy Church 37:56

5d ago37:56

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Pastor Josh Jones, who oversees our discipleship ministries, preaches at our Providence Road campus. He emphasizes the importance of impacting future generations with the gospel and highlights our mission and vision. He shares personal stories of influential individuals in his faith journey and discusses the scriptures found in 2 Timothy 1:1-14. He…

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S3E19: It's happening.....it's finally happening! Tom Hicks with the EAC 27:13

10d ago27:13

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The High Turnout Wide Margins team recently traveled to Portland, Oregon, for a special workshop on State Associations hosted by the Election Center. While there, we were able to have face-to-face conversations with people working in elections across the country. In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Commissioner Tom Hicks, …

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The Real Purpose of Prayer 42:22

11d ago42:22

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Your belief about the purpose of prayer will determine how you interpret James 5. Listen to Pastor Sharon Miller discuss the real purpose of prayer. In this message, you'll learn two ways that prayer effectively draws us closer to God and others.

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Sign 7: Jesus Raises the Dead | John 11:1-44 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 32:48

12d ago32:48

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Pastor Spence finishes our series on the seven signs of Jesus recorded in the gospel of John with a message on Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. He emphasizes Jesus' love for Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, and his power over death. Pastor Spence explores Jesus' distinct responses to the two women's grief, highlighting Jesus' care for individuals. If…

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CityLife: The Story Behind Stormwater Quality in Durham (July 2024) 33:40

16d ago33:40

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Where does rainwater that doesn’t soak into the ground go? And why wouldn’t it soak into the ground in the first place? In this CityLife episode, host Beverly Thompson talks with Michelle Woolfolk and Anna Smith from the Stormwater Quality Division about why stormwater quality in Durham affects us all and what you can do to help protect our streams…

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Four Stages of Generosity 30:43

19d ago30:43

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What does it mean to use our resources for the kingdom? Listen to Pastor Ike Miller explore this topic in the book of James. In this message, you'll learn about the four stages of generosity and how to identify which stage you're in.

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Sign 6: Jesus Heals the Blind | John 9 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 35:07

19d ago35:07

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Pastor Spence continues in our series with the account of Jesus healing a blind man in John 9. This sign illustrates the transformation one experiences upon encountering Jesus and the power of personal testimonies in sharing the gospel. Pastor Spence urges us to share our own stories, remembering how Jesus has transformed our lives and sending us t…

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S3E18 - A Tale of Two Cities with Michigan’s Jackie Beaudry and Melanie Ryska 30:22

29d ago30:22

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The High Turnout Wide Margins team recently traveled to Portland, Oregon, for a special workshop on State Associations hosted by the Election Center. While there, we were able to have face-to-face conversations with people working in elections across the country. In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Jackie Beaudry and Melan…

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Resurrecting Fatherhood 30:39

26d ago30:39

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Happy Father's Day! While this day can be celebratory, it is also a challenging time for many believers. Join Pastor Ike Miller as he discusses the difficulties of this day and the significance of rebuilding trust in strained relationships. In this message, you will gain insights on how to navigate broken relationships and journey towards reconcili…

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Sign 5: Jesus Walks On Water | John 6:16-20 | Pastor Darrick Smith | Mercy Church 34:32

26d ago34:32

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Campus Pastor of our Northeast campus, Darrick Smith, continues in our series that explores the seven signs of Jesus recorded in the gospel of John. His message explores the story of Jesus walking on water in John 6:16-21, emphasizing that God's presence is better than the signs he performs. As we've been saying in this series, "Signs are good, but…

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How to Plan Your Life 38:00

1M ago38:00

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Join us as we delve into the book of James to understand the risks of making plans without God. Pastor Sharon Miller discusses practical steps for including God in your life's plans. In this message, you'll learn how to shift your perspective and make God the core of your planning process.

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Sign 4: Jesus Feeds the 5000 | John 6:1-15 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 41:07

1M ago41:07

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Pastor Spence dives into the significance of the feeding of the 5000 as the only sign of Jesus recorded in all four Gospels, highlighting Jesus' role as the bread of life. He walks through the abundance Jesus provides, his sustenance as the bread of life, and the practical application of making him the center of our daily lives. Pastor Spence concl…

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S3E17 - Virginia is for Voters with Henrico County’s Mark Coakley 25:39

1M ago25:39

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The High Turnout Wide Margins team recently traveled to Portland, Oregon, for a special workshop on State Associations hosted by the Election Center. While there, we were able to have face-to-face conversations with people working in elections across the country. In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Mark Coakley. He’s the G…

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How to Guard Against Envy 36:27

1M ago36:27

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Envy is the grounds that cause many believers to become the villain of their story. Join Pastor Sharon Miller as she discusses James 4 and the dangers of letting envy rule our motives. In this message, she'll provide two ways to guard against envy.

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Sign 3: Jesus Heals on the Sabbath | John 5:1-15 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 37:52

1M ago37:52

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Pastor Spence continues in our series in the gospel of John. This week’s message covers Jesus healing a disabled man after 38 years. The sermon highlights Jesus’ miraculous power and challenges the rigid interpretation of Sabbath rules by the religious leaders. Pastor Spence emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the Messiah, finding tru…

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CityLife: Understanding the Down Payment Assistance Program (June 2024) 22:01

2M ago22:01

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Helping to make the dream of home ownership a reality for Durham residents. That’s the goal of the Durham Down Payment Assistance Program. In this CityLife episode, host Beverly Thompson talks with Community Development Manager for Neighborhood Stabilization Dr . Michael Pullum about what the program is and who it’s helping. About CityLife CityLife…

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Sign 2: Jesus Heals the Official’s Son | John 4:46-54 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 31:36

2M ago31:36

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Pastor Spence continues our new series on Jesus’ signs recorded in the Gospel of John. He focuses on Jesus’ miraculous healing of the royal official’s son and discusses three key ingredients of faith. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can listen to them here! You can also watch videos of the sermons at mercycharlotte.com/sermons. Mercy Chu…

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What kind of "wise" are you? 35:36

2M ago35:36

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There are two types of wisdom a person can have. Which kind of "wise" are you? Listen to this message from Pastor Ike Miller as he discusses the end of James 3 and the call to heavenly wisdom. In this message you'll learn the difference between the two wisdoms and how to identify the better.

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S3E16 - Professionalizing the Election Field One OREO at a Time with Ohio’s Aaron Ockerman 27:16

2M ago27:16

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The High Turnout Wide Margins team recently traveled to Portland, Oregon, for a special workshop on State Associations hosted by the Election Center. While there, we were able to have face-to-face conversations with people working in elections across the country. In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Aaron Ockerman, the Exec…

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How to tame the Tongue 39:38

2M ago39:38

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While the tongue is a small part of the body, it has the potential to direct the entire self. Join pastor Sharon Miller as she discusses a passage from James about the dangers of not taming our tongues. In this message, you will learn three practices intended to help the believer tame their tongue and avoid destruction.…

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Sign 1: Jesus Turns Water Into Wine | John 2:1-11 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Pastor Spence introduces our series on Jesus' signs in the gospel of John. Jesus' first sign, turning water into wine, reveals Jesus' power to transform shame into honor, and delivers a greater message of Jesus' glory and power. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can listen to them here! You can also watch videos of the sermons at mercychar…

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What do we do with Mother's Day? 37:46

2M ago37:46

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How do we celebrate the gift of mothers while also honoring the complicated circumstances surrounding Mother's day? Join Pastor Sharon Miller as she speaks into the hardships many people experience on this special day. In this message, you'll hear about the curse of Genesis 3, the effects on family dynamics, and the hope we have in Jesus.…

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S2E6: Ingrid Lakey on taking on the country’s 6th-largest bank and changing the activist culture on climate change 1:15:14

2M ago1:15:14

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In our Season 2 Finale, we’ll hear about a group of Quakers who wanted to experiment with campaign strategy to tackle climate change. Their experiment ended up forcing one of the country’s largest banks to stop funding mountaintop removal coal mining after a multi-year campaign and hundreds of direct actions around the country. Ingrid Lakey describ…

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Blessed Are the Persecuted | Matthew 5:10 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 41:17

2M ago41:17

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Pastor Spence finishes our series with the eighth beatitude, "Blessed are the persecuted," by helping us understand what this verse means for the modern-day believer. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can listen to them here! You can also watch videos of the sermons at mercycharlotte.com/sermons. Mercy Church is located in Charlotte, NC, a…

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S3E15 – Investment, Representation and Reflection in North Carolina with Derek Bowens in Durham County, NC 27:13

2M ago27:13

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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Derek Bowens, the Elections Director in Durham County, North Carolina. They spoke about crafting narratives to help election administrators share and showcase the need for local investment in elections and about the importance of having election administrators that represent and reflect …

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The Vital Signs of your Faith 39:57

2M ago39:57

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What good is it if someone claims to have faith but does not have works? Join Pastor Ike Miller in a discussion on works and how they relate to our faith. Throughout this message, you will receive four indicators that serve as the vital signs of faith.

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Blessed Are the Peacemakers | Matthew 5:9 | Pastor Mike Herman | Mercy Church 38:07

2M ago38:07

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Pastor Mike teaches on the seventh beatitude, "Blessed are the peacemakers," by defining peace, explaining our role as children of God, and giving practical handles on how we can live as peacemakers. Depending on your campus, you may have heard a message from our Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, or Campus Pastor Mike Her…

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Blessed Are the Peacemakers | Matthew 5:9 | Pastor Darrick Smith | Mercy Church 32:35

2M ago32:35

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Pastor Darrick teaches on the seventh beatitude, “Blessed are the peacemakers,” explaining that God’s children embody a life of peacemaking. Depending on your campus, you may have heard a message from our Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, or Campus Pastor Mike Herman as we continued in The Upside Down Kingdom series! List…

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Blessed Are the Peacemakers | Matthew 5:9 | Pastor Brett Bouldin | Mercy Church 37:11

2M ago37:11

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Pastor Brett teaches on the seventh beatitude, "Blessed are the peacemakers," defining what being a peacemaker means and giving practical advice for obtaining and maintaining peacefulness. Depending on your campus, you may have heard a message from our Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, or Campus Pastor Mike Herman as we c…

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The Danger of Adding to Jesus 34:46

3M ago34:46

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What happens when we try to hold onto Jesus + (something else)? Join Pastor Ike Miller as he discusses James 2:1-13 and the dangers of showing partiality with our neighbors. In this message, we take away three reasons to avoid partiality and why it's important to serve the needs our community.

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CityLife: Vision Zero Explained (May 2024) 30:09

3M ago30:09

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Vision Zero Explained A commitment to end traffic deaths and serious injuries in Durham is the goal of Vision Zero both globally and here in Durham. In this CityLife episode, host Beverly Thompson talks with initiative Coordinator Lauren Grove about why we believe this lofty goal is possible and what we’re doing to make it happen. About CityLife Ci…

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S2E5: Nico Amador on fighting gender discrimination on public transit and pivoting gracefully when the campaign got stuck 1:13:46

3M ago1:13:46

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In this episode, we’ll hear about how a few Philly activists came together in 2009 to take on a policy that was causing harassment and discrimination against transgender public transit riders. This all-volunteer collective used creative tactics, including a drag show and a larger-than-life riders bill of rights to take on one of the largest public …

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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart | Matthew 5:8 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 40:56

3M ago40:56

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Pastor Spence teaches on the sixth beatitude, "Blessed are the pure in heart," explaining what it means, how we become pure in heart, and how we remain that way. If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can listen to them here! You can also watch videos of the sermons at mercycharlotte.com/sermons. Mercy Church is located in Charlotte, NC, and is…

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S3E14 - A behind-the-scenes look of the private election industry with Matthew Fitch 27:56

3M ago27:56

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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Matthew Fitch. He’s the owner of Merriman River Group, a private election firm that works with organizations such as labor unions and, recently, the Missouri Democratic Party for the presidential preference primary.They spoke about how one manages a private election, including preparatio…

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What to do With Your anger 41:38

3M ago41:38

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Join Pastor Sharon Miller as she speaks on James 1:19-27 where she explains two types of anger. In this message, you'll be given the opportunity to practice listening as a way to manage our anger responses.

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Come to Jesus and Bring Your Friends | Mark 2:1-17 | Pastor Allan Waruhiu | Mercy Church 36:34

3M ago36:34

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Guest speaker Allan Waruhiu, Lead Pastor of Mercy Nairobi in Nairobi, Kenya, appeals for us to come to Jesus and bring our friends! He focuses on Jesus' compassion and authority in healing the paralyzed man from Mark 2, and emphasizes the importance of having faith, trusting in God for the impossible, and sharing the message of Jesus with others. I…

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Three Threats to our Integrity 34:44

3M ago34:44

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Join Pastor Ike Miller as he speaks on James 1:1-18. In this passage James addresses three things that threatened the integrity of his community. In this message, you will see how these three threats are still prevalent in our community today.

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Blessed Are the Merciful | Matthew 5:7 | Pastor Spence Shelton | Mercy Church 36:33

3M ago36:33

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Pastor Spence teaches on the fifth beatitude, "Blessed are the merciful," by exploring the concept of mercy using a parable from Matthew 18. He emphasizes that giving mercy opens the door to receiving more of God's mercy, urging believers to reflect on extending mercy to others despite difficulties, leading to healing and reconciliation. If you mis…

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Introduction to the Book of James 40:47

3M ago40:47

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Join Pastor Sharon Miller as she introduces the book of James. For the next few months, we will be practicing an integrated faith in a disintegrated world by studying this New Testament letter. In this introduction, you will receive context for the writing of this book and two major warnings James gives his readers throughout his letter.…

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S2E4: Byron Hobbs and Jonathan Hogstad on taking on the corporations funding voter suppression in Michigan 1:14:07

3M ago1:14:07

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In this episode, we’ll hear about how several Black-led Michigan basebuilding groups responded to the January 6th 2021 revolt and ongoing attacks on voting rights in Black communities. Byron and Jonathan describe the process of researching the corporations that funded election-denying politicians (23:16), and then going after those corporations to …

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Blessed Are Those Who Hunger for Righteousness | Matthew 5:6 | Pastor Brett Bouldin | Mercy Church 33:29

3M ago33:29

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Pastor Brett teaches on the fourth beatitude, explaining how we can navigate a spiritually hungry world to find true satisfaction and favor in God’s kingdom. Depending on which campus you attend, you either heard Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, Pastor of Campuses Rashard Barnes, or Campus Pastor Josh Jones continue in The Upside Down Kingdom series…

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