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Tru-ID is a podcast that focuses on Christian apologetics and tackling the issues of our time from a Christian perspective. The host of Tru-ID, Adam Coleman, hopes to honor Jesus Christ by engaging questions about and objections to Christianity, particularly those related to the African American community. Podcast episodes will explore race, the allegation that Christianity is the "white man's religion", history, science, philosophy, current events, and various ways to defend the Christian f ...
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Truth Serum

Crossover Bible Fellowship

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How do you grapple with the myths and messages in our society while holding to a Biblical worldview? Are you a silent bystander or an active debater? Regardless of where you land, join four Millennials for an authentic and lively discussion about the latest ideas and headlines from a Biblical perspective. A Serum is a liquid that is injected into someone's blood to protect them against poison or disease. We want TRUTH to be injected into the souls of young adults.
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Here are a few things to meditate on: - Suffering is universal, but it can be sanctifying and refining when viewed through faith. - Job's story teaches us to trust, worship, and praise God even in the midst of intense suffering. - Our response to suffering can lead to spiritual growth, deeper understanding of God, and the ability to intercede for o…
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Here are few points to mediate on this week: - God's revelation is often more valuable than resolution: While we may not always get answers to our "why" questions, God provides us with the "who" – reminding us of His character and sovereignty. - Our perspective is limited: Job's encounter with God reminds us of our finite understanding compared to …
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Here a a few things to meditate on this week: - We must be cautious not to judge a person's character solely based on their circumstances. Suffering is not always a direct consequence of sin. - When comforting those who are hurting, we should offer sympathy, encouragement, assurance, affirmation, and love, rather than sarcasm, personal experiences,…
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Here are a few things to mediate on: - Suffering and supernatural power can coexist. Like Job, we can experience God's power and presence even in the midst of trials and grief. - When suffering, we should allow ourselves to grieve but not let grief define us. We can still worship, proclaim God's sovereignty, process pain through prayer and reflecti…
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In recent social media skirmishes, Adam Coleman, has been getting PRESSED on the subject of the Trinity. One particular argument on Facebook didn't end so kindly. Tune into this podcast episode featuring none other that the BK Apologist, Alfredo Valentin, as we discuss objections to the Trinity from Hebrew Israelite influencer Dr. Kelly Richardson!…
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Here are a few things to meditate on and apply this week: - Suffering is a reality in this fallen world, but as believers, we can find hope knowing that Christ suffered for us, and that our suffering has an expiration date. - God is sovereign over our suffering; while He may allow it, He never abandons us in the midst of it. We must never mistake G…
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Here are a few takeaways to meditate on this week: - Direct your pain to God in prayer, naming your emotions and acknowledging the impact of hurtful words or actions that you've experienced. - Endure the pain by seeking God's strength and direction, rather than trying to escape or retreat from the situation. - Process your pain purposefully by voic…
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Many people today are *blindly* accepting the notion that to be a "Black Christian" is an oxymoron. I say "blindly" because I'd argue that a careful consideration of the interplay between African ethnicity/identity/heritage and Christianity affords us rational grounds to affirm Christianity without undermining our "blackness". In a recent video @Ga…
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Here are some key takeaways from our time together: - Conflict as an Opportunity for Growth: We discussed how separation in relationships, though difficult, can lead to personal and communal growth if handled with godly wisdom. - Biblical Guidance for Healthy Separation: We examined scenarios that may necessitate a temporary separation in relations…
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We dive into the depths of Scripture in a familiar encounter between Saul and David. We learned how comparison contributes to ongoing conflict in our lives. Here are a few key takeaways to meditate on this week: - Roots of Conflict is Internal: We explored James 4 to understand that conflicts often arise from pride and self-centeredness. Our intern…
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Here are a few key points to meditate on this week: - Recognize the roots of conflict, often stemming from family of origin issues, self-centeredness, and pride, and address these issues with a heart of humility. - Use Scriptural guidance, such as the wisdom found in James and the teachings of Jesus, to transform disputes into opportunities for gro…
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We delved into the transformative nature of prayer and the spiritual challenges we face as Christians. Here some key takeaways from our time together: - The Purpose and Power of Prayer: We discussed that prayer is more than just making requests; it's an act of obedience, service, and a means to align our will with God's. Rooted in faith, Jesus' nam…
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Our journey through 1 John 5:1-13 was enlightening. Here are some key takeaways that can inspire us throughout the week: - The Conquering Power of Love: We discussed the biblical assertion that true victory comes through our faith in Jesus Christ and our obedience to His commands. This love, as taught in the scriptures, conquers all. - Eternal Life…
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The message was called The Comeback! For those who couldn't join us or would like to reflect further, I wanted to share a few key takeaways: - The Resurrection as the Ultimate Comeback - compared the resurrection to some of the most remarkable comeback stories in sports and personal life, showing that Christ's triumph over death is the greatest vic…
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This past Sunday we concluded week 6 of our True Love series. As we live out our faith, let us revisit the powerful insights drawn from the depths of scripture and the heart of our shared experiences in Christ. Here are a few key takeaways from our message called Assurance and Acceptance: - Assurance in God's Grace: We were reminded that our assura…
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Ronique Wilson talked about a Bold Makeover! She took us on journey together through a spiritual examination of women's identity in Christ and the unyielding strength they derive from their sisterhood in faith. Here are some key takeaways from her message to encourage and inspire women: - Our Divine Identity: We are each a unique masterpiece create…
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Pastor Sandy gave us several areas of reflection: - Love in Action and Truth: We were reminded that genuine love is not just expressed in words but through righteous actions. As 1 John 3:18 encourages us, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. - Our Identity as Children of God: He emphasized our identity in Christ, especially in …
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Brandon emphasized how through Christ we have been delivered from being children of wrath to children of God. He shared how God does not simply save us, but he adopts us as children. Many of us have challenges with our parents and when we become Christians, we find comfort in knowing our Heavenly Father will never leave or forsake us. Through Chris…
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Here are a few key takeaways from our time together as John talked about The Advocate, The Antichrist, and The Anointing: - Jesus Our Advocate: We learned about the role of Jesus as our advocate, providing satisfaction and reconciliation between humanity and God. His sacrifice is available to all, yet requires personal acceptance (John 3:18). - Obe…
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Darkness and light are symbols for evil and good. Light is a spiritual metaphor for truth and God’s unchanging nature in the Bible as James 1:17 says. It is repeatedly used in the Bible to help us understand that God is wholly good, loving, and truthful (1 John 1:6). When we are “in the light,” we are with Him (1 Peter 2:9) and His truth. He encour…
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Here are a few things to ponder on over the week: 1. Bold Community: Drawing from the early church's example in Acts, we must intentionally and lovingly access the community and support provided by the Holy Spirit. 2. Koinonia and Community: Exploring the biblical call to fellowship and the "one anothers," we must overcome personal barriers to embr…
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Prayer is communicating with God. It is a direct address to God. It is the interaction of humanity with the Lord who is the Creator of the body and soul. Prayer is the primary way for the believer of Christ to vocalize their emotions and desires with God and to fellowship with God. We studied four different mechanics of prayer this week: - Brought …
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During Pastor Gay's sermon this week, we saw the incredible courage of Peter and John as they stood before the religious and political authorities. Their story isn't just a lesson from the past; it's a call to action for all of us to live bravely for the Gospel. We were reminded of the necessity of spiritual exclusivity in our relationship with God…
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Our theme for this year is Bold and it comes from the book Acts. There are essentially two types of boldness: - Secular Boldness - Spiritual Boldness As we meditate on having Spirit-filled boldness let's remember that Christ’s bold display of forgiveness should lead us to bold displays of faith.By Pastor Jerome Gay Jr.
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We learned about conflict, forgiveness, reconciliation, and atonement. When people we love and trust have done something to hurt us, we’re left with three options: retaliation, retreat, or restoration. Restoration is hard even when there’s repentance! What do you if you find yourself in the middle of the offender and the offended? This is the posit…
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Discover the power of Gospel-centered justice in confronting societal injustices! Our latest sermon explores how Christian activism isn't passive but a bold stand against darkness. We share the transformative story of Paul and the slave girl's encounter with the Gospel, underline the need to be a voice for the oppressed, and explore the cost of tru…
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Today, Pastor Jerome Gay will be leading us in this new series. Join us as we navigate the multifaceted landscape of 'wokeness' and Christianity. We will unpack the complexities and controversies of this modern buzzword and learn how believers can engage with culture differently, rooted in the Gospel. We will delve into the dichotomy of redeemed an…
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We concluded our series in the book of Jude and I've been amazed by what God has done. I almost cried seeing so many people come to the altar for prayer and to trust Christ. God is truly at work. We called the last installment of this series Fighting for the Love of God! Our Thought Tattoo this week is simple:We contend, Christ converts! People to …
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Jude has a spiritual as well as a relational concern, and this concern leads him to give us a detailed description of the anatomy of false teachers. Jude wants to give his readers a reminder about the judgment that false teachers will face. This is an important reminder because sometimes it looks like false teachers and abusive leaders will get awa…
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Marriage is an exclusive covenant between one man and one woman, ordained and sealed by God, preceded by the leaving of parents, consummated in sexual union, issuing in a permanent mutually supportive partnership. To protect the oneness of the marriage couples MUST establish healthy boundaries with their parents. - Relational – what level of access…
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We learned three things from this section of Scripture: False teachers reject biblical exposition (Jude 1:8). False teachers rely on themselves (Jude 1:9-10). False teachers rebel against God’s authority (Jude 1:11-13). We must be aware of the teaching and character of false teachers because they lead people astray. In today's climate people can ha…
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We need to be loving while holding to a biblical sexual ethic and we need to be intentional about not highlighting homosexuality while giving a "pass" to heterosexual sin. God calls ALL to repentance and He desires that all regardless of sexuality would trust Him because the goal isn't to be straight, because sexuality doesn't save, but to be redee…
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Ignorance is not a Christian virtue! In this episode, Adam Coleman and Pastor Matt Castillo discuss how vital it is to know what you believe and why you believe it as a committed follower of Christ. We also touch on the recent imprisonment of #brotherpolight for child sexual abuse charges as we discuss the real world pitfalls of having a faulty wor…
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Jude has two main concerns—that we do not drift and that we are not be led astray by false teachers. He prays that they (recipients of his letter) will instead take the initiative and contend for the faith. While we need to fight against false teachers and their teachings it’s important to remember that contending isn’t separate from caring. In fac…
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Thought Tattoo: God preserves us in faith and propels us to fight. Jude is going to tell us in two verses that we’re called, loved, and kept and that he wants mercy, love, and peace to be multiplied to his recipients and us because when it looks and feels like you’re losing you need to know that despite what it looks like, you and I win because He …
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The book of James teaches us that our joy does not come from a lack of suffering; we can find joy in our trials. Pastor Sean Bynum reminds us that joy is not circumstantial; joy is found in Christ. We can consider it a great joy to suffer trials when we focus on: righteousness, encouragement, availability, and love.…
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