Best West Des Moines Podcasts (2024)

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One Way or Another 35:07

6d ago35:07

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Psalm 58 brings out a lot of challenging emotions. Vengeance. Anger. Desperation. How should we approach a passage of Scripture so unlike the kind and compassionate Jesus we cling to? Pastor Brent explores how Christ-followers can deal with complex emotions like anger, ultimately inviting us to pray honestly and trust God to deal with injustice.…

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"The Thread of Work" | Various Passages 38:15

2d ago38:15

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The Bible describes Work...1. As a blessing (Genesis 1-2)2. As a curse (Genesis 3-4)3. As an occupation (Genesis 37-50)4. As not everything (Leviticus 23, 25)5. As skillful (Psalm 8; Isaiah 2)6. As imperfect (Galatians 2)7. As never ending (Matthew 25)By Pastor Tank

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I Fought the Law 37:52

14d ago37:52

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God reveals Himself through His Word. However, God’s Word isn’t just meant to be studied. It’s meant to be a way of life that draws us closer in heart and mind to King Jesus. Pastor Brent takes a look at Psalm 119, which describes the beauty of God’s precepts and ultimately leads us to Jesus—the Word made flesh.…

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"The Thread of Marriage" | Various Passages 46:59

2d ago46:59

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God designed marriage:1. With Purpose (Pentateuch)-Companionship-Partnership-Unity-Procreation-Community2. For Love (Poetry)3. As a Metaphor (Prophets)4. With Roles (Epistles)By Pastor Dave

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Imagine 29:45

21d ago29:45

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What would a world marked by real justice and righteousness look like? That was the author of Psalm 72’s prayer for their king. Pastor Amy explores the beautiful world described in this passage, as well as the only King who is making it come to fruition.By Amy Becker

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"The Thread of Mercy" | Various Passages 40:51

9d ago40:51

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1. God is Mercy (Pentateuch)2. God is Mercy For You (Psalms)3. God Desires to Show Mercy (Prophetic Literature)4. God Desires for You to Show Mercy (Gospels)5. God is Rich in Mercy (Epistles)By Pastor Dave

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What a Wonderful World 39:38

28d ago39:38

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It’s easy to forget just how majestic and big God is. However, with just one look at His creation—from day-old infants to ducks to the ocean—we are reminded of the wonder of God as well as the vulnerability of humanity.By Steve Rogers

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DCHS Baseball vs Cedar Rapids Kennedy (Class 4-A State Championship) - 7/26/2024 2:07:36

17d ago2:07:36

2:07:36

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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"The Return of Your King" | Psalm 24 38:02

17d ago38:02

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How to avoid losing sight of your king:1. Know your ____ King (v.1-6)- Creator King- Holy King- Righteous King2. Prepare for your ____ King (v7-10)- Victorious King- Glorious KingBy Pastor Tank

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DCHS Baseball vs Iowa City High (Class 4-A State Tournament Semifinals) - 7/25/2024 2:38:14

18d ago2:38:14

2:38:14

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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DCHS Baseball vs Dallas Center-Grimes (Class 4-A State Tournament Quarter Finals) - 7/23/2024 2:57:48

20d ago2:57:48

2:57:48

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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It’s My Life 36:29

1M ago36:29

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God has invited us to join Him in the work of this world, but are we allowing Him to join us in the work of our life? Pastor Brent takes a look at Psalm 127, encouraging us to partner with God in all that we do. As we allow ourselves to partner with God, we start focusing less on doing the “right things” and more on being the “right people” that fo…

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My Refuge and My Fortress | Psalm 91 35:57

1M ago35:57

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God provides refuge to those who trust and abide in Him. 1. I trust Him (vs.1-2). 2. You should trust Him (vs.3-13). 3. God is trustworthy (vs.14-16).What does Psalm 91 mean for Christians?By Jeff Johannesen

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Every Breath You Take 35:03

1M ago35:03

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Psalm 139 is a beautiful reminder of God’s nearness in both the joys and difficulties of life. Pastor Brent and Amy explore this famous passage, revealing what it means to be fully known by a good God.By Brent Clark, Amy Becker

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The Wedding of The King | Psalm 45 39:39

1M ago39:39

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A wedding psalm of praise: 1. For the royal groom (vs.1-9). 2. For the royal bride (vs.10-15). 3. For the royal children (vs.16-17).By Pastor Dave

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I Heard It Through the Grapevine 36:48

1M ago36:48

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Stories are important, especially when it comes to remembering God’s work in our lives. Although we are quick to forget all God has done, psalms like Psalm 78 demonstrate the importance of sharing one’s story. This particular psalm tells a story of God’s people and His relationship with them, reminding the author of the passage and its readers of G…

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"The Psalm of The Poor Man" | Psalm 34 37:56

1M ago37:56

37:56

1. The Hymn of The Poor Man (1-10)2. The Sermon of The Poor Man (11-22)By Pastor Dave

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You Can’t Always Get What You Want 33:37

1M ago33:37

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Why do bad things happen to good people, and why do good things tend to happen to bad people? It’s a fair question that the author of Psalm 73 considers in an authentic way. When we meet with God, however, He often gives us a new perspective on the circumstances of our lives, revealing who we are, who God is, and what it actually means to be prospe…

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"The Victorious King" | Psalm 110 40:13

2M ago40:13

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As King, Jesus is:1. A Victorious Commander (1-3)2. A Victorious Priest (4-7)By Pastor Dave

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Rescue Me 29:46

2M ago29:46

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We spend most of our day looking down, distracting ourselves with technology and the things of life that ultimately don’t satisfy us. Psalm 121 encourages us to lift our eyes to the Lord, the One who watches over us by day and by night. Listen as Pastor Steve explores this psalm and encourages us to look to Jesus!…

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"The Eternal Love of God" | Psalm 118 43:35

2M ago43:35

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The Steadfast Love of God is Eternal, Being Faithful in the...1. Past (1-16)2. Present (17-18)3. Future (19-29)By Pastor Dave

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If I Could Turn Back Time 35:34

2M ago35:34

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In Psalm 51, we find King David in a difficult season of life. He’s made mistakes, and he has regrets. Pastor Amy explores what he wrote in response to his sin, finding that God can forgive what seems unforgivable.By Amy Becker

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"The Reign of Love and Justice" | Psalm 101 40:46

2M ago40:46

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Steadfast Love: HesedJustice: MishpatStructure of Psalm 101...A: Reign with Hesed (v2)B: Avoid non-Mishpat (v3-5)C: Dwell with Hesed/Mishpat people (v6)B: Avoid non-Hesed (v7)C: Reign with Mishpat (v8)By Pastor Dave

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Lean on Me 25:40

3M ago25:40

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What does one of the most popular Psalms in Scripture tell us about God’s presence? Listen to guest preacher Mike Harder share about the Good Shepherd described in Psalm 23.By Mike Harder

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"Longing For Our Messiah-King" | Psalm 72 46:30

3M ago46:30

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5 Characteristics of Christ's Reign:1. A Just King (1-4)2. An Eternal King (5-7)3. A Global King (8-11)4. A Compassionate King (12-14)5. An Abundant King (15-17)Benediction and Conclusion (18-20)By Pastor Dave

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Walk This Way 32:11

3M ago32:11

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The book of Psalms teaches us how to walk with God in a broken world. As we explore this beautiful book of Scripture throughout the summer, Pastor Brent begins by looking at Psalm 1. Here, we ask ourselves what consumes our minds, hearts, and actions. Whatever shapes your thinking shapes your life and walk with God.…

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Present The Word | 2 Timothy 4:1-5 36:09

3M ago36:09

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1. Why to present the Word of God. (v.1-2)2. Where to present the Word of God. (v.2)3. When to present the Word of God. (v.3-4)4. How to present the Word of God. (v.5)By Jordon Korell

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Our Response 36:40

3M ago36:40

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Now that we’ve explored who Jesus is, it’s time to respond. Pastor Brent and Pastor Amy dive into the various responses to Jesus we see in Scripture, encouraging us to follow Jesus in every facet of our lives.By Brent Clark, Amy Becker

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DCHS Softball DH vs Lincoln - Game #2 - 5/21/2024 2:18:56

3M ago2:18:56

2:18:56

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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DCHS Softball DH vs Lincoln - Game #1 - 5/21/2024 2:54:25

3M ago2:54:25

2:54:25

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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DCHS Baseball vs Lewis Central - 5/16/2024 1:34:22

3M ago1:34:22

1:34:22

By Iowa Catholic Radio

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Can't Find My Way Home | Isaiah 57 36:33

3M ago36:33

36:33

1. Why You Can’t Find Your Way Home. (v.1-13)2. Who Finds Their Way Home. (v.14-19)3. What Is At Stake. (v.20-21)By Mike Wagner

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Message 38:59

3M ago38:59

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As we rediscover who Jesus is, we may also need to rediscover what His message was. Jesus spoke about the Kingdom of God more than just about anything else. Pastor Brent explores His message, ultimately encouraging us to remember that Jesus does and will still move among us as we work to establish the Kingdom of God.…

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Jesus Is Still Greater | Hebrews 13:20-25 37:28

3M ago37:28

37:28

1. A Greater Person. (v.20a)2. A Greater Priest. (v.20b)3. Our Proper Response. (v.21-25)By Pastor Dave

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Politics 39:42

3M ago39:42

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Politics consume us. They tend to inform the way we see ourselves, our neighbors, and the world around us. What does Jesus have to say about our political leanings, though? Was Jesus even political? Listen as Pastor Brent shares about this divisive subject, teaching us that no political party or politician can save the world—only Jesus can do that.…

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"A Greater Currency" | Hebrews 13:1-19 39:49

3M ago39:49

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What does it look like to be a church who loves like Jesus?1. We show hospitality (13:2)2. We suffer with those who suffer (13:3)3. We value sex (13:4)4. We are content (13:5-6)5. We honor our leaders (13:7-19)-we follow their example-we follow their teaching-we follow their leadBy Pastor Dave

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Mission 40:36

4M ago40:36

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As we explore “the real Jesus” behind the many counterfeits we find in society, we are challenged to respond. Listen as Pastor Steve explores Christ’s mission on Earth, influencing how we engage with the people and world around us.By Steve Rogers

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"Greater Than What Weighs You Down" | Hebrews 12:1-29 43:54

4M ago43:54

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We endure when we lay aside...1. The weight of shame (v.1-2)2. The weight of sin (v.3-11)3. The weight of unholiness (v.12-17)4. The weight of fear (v.18-29)By Pastor Dave

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Jesus & the Outcasts 36:00

4M ago36:00

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Jesus loved the easiest people to hate, showed respect to the disrespected, and blessed those who could offer nothing in return. He championed the outcasts of society, demonstrating His incredible love and compassion to all who came near and challenging us to do the same.By Brent Clark

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"Greater Than Your Faith" | Hebrews 11 47:46

4M ago47:46

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Greater Than Your Faith"Faith is active trust and belief displayed through obedience"By Pastor Dave

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Humility 30:41

4M ago30:41

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Jesus was a humble King. In the stories of His miracles, teachings, and way of life, we constantly find Him serving the people around Him. As Pastor Amy explores this unique aspect of Jesus, it challenges us to question what it truly means to be “great.”By Amy Becker

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"Greater Than Your Self-Confidence" | Hebrews 10:26-39 41:33

4M ago41:33

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1. How to throw away your confidence in Jesus (26-31)-"Trample the Son of God"-"Profane the blood of the covenant"-"Outrage the Spirit"2. How NOT to throw away your confidence in Jesus (32-35)-"Recall the former days"-"Endure the hard struggle"-"Have compassion" on your family-"Joyfully" look to a better possession3. How to live in confidence in Je…

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Economics 36:05

4M ago36:05

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Despite the power money holds over us as individuals and a society, Jesus calls us to live differently. The invitation to follow Jesus is also an invitation to live as generously as He did. Pastor Brent continues our Rediscovering Jesus series, challenging our obsession with wealth and calling us to follow the authentic Jesus.…

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"Full Assurance in Jesus" | Hebrews 10:19-25 31:36

4M ago31:36

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1. We have full assurance in faith (10:19-22)2. We have full assurance in hope (10:23)3. We have full assurance in love (10:24-25)-Loving others is the proof that you are truly a disciple of Jesus Christ-Good works is the fruit of a true disciple of Jesus ChristBy Mike Shields

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Compassion 37:08

5M ago37:08

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Jesus was known by his radical compassion. His compassion wasn’t just an emotional response; it was also a physical one that led to the relief of pain and alienation. We too can grow in compassion by sitting at the feet of Jesus.By Brent Clark

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"Greater Than Your Wait" | Hebrews 10:1-18 40:19

5M ago40:19

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How are you waiting?1. As one who is stuck in guilt? (1-4)2. As one who has been made holy? (5-10)3. As one who is being made holy? (11-14)4. As one who is forgiven? (15-18)By Pastor Dave

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Is Jesus for Real? 35:56

5M ago35:56

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Will the real Jesus please stand up? In a world of counterfeits, it’s difficult to determine who the real Jesus is. This Easter Sunday, Pastor Brent explores the resurrection of Jesus. Who was there? How did it happen, and what does this pivotal moment tell us about who Jesus is?By Brent Clark

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"Greater Than Death" | Hebrews 9:15-28 41:23

5M ago41:23

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In His Death:1. Jesus enacted a New Covenant (15-17)2. Jesus purified us with his own blood (18-22)3. Jesus offered a final sacrifice (23-26)In His Resurrection:4. Jesus killed death (27-28)By Pastor Dave

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The Promise Preserved 34:05

5M ago34:05

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As we conclude our journey through Joseph’s life as told in the book of Genesis, we learn that God can take the brokenness of our world and lives and turn it into something positive. Our story is one piece of the larger story God is writing, and that’s a beautiful thing!By Brent Clark, Amy Becker