Send us a Text Message. Text: 1 Corinthians 5:1–13; Roman 14:10-13; Matthew 7:1–6 Believers are charged with encouraging and holding each other accountable when we are struggling with sin in our lives, but we are called to do so without burdening each other with ungodly judgment and shame. Application Point: When we judge others, we elevate ourselv…

Send us a Text Message. The belief that God wants all believers to be healthy, wealthy, and comfortable is an extrabiblical belief that is contradicted by the Scriptures. We are not promised that our lives will be free of suffering in this life. However, we are promised that we will not face pain or suffering on our own. Application Point: Our ever…

Send us a Text Message. Topics: Discipline, Holiness Big Idea of the Message: The desires of the flesh are directly opposed to the desires of the Spirit. Application Point: We cannot do what our flesh wants and also serve the Spirit; we must choose which we will elevate. Galatians 5:16-26, 6:7-8; Romans 6:12-13, 8:18-19 "Discipline, for the Christi…

Send us a Text Message. Text: 2 Cor 5:17-18; 2 Samuel 11; 2 Samuel 12:1-15; Psalm 51 Topic: Repentance, living in your newness Big Idea of the Message: When you slip up, repent and ask God to help you; don’t use it as an excuse to give into more sin. The new life of devotion to Christ means one has new attitudes and actions. Why do most New Year re…

Send us a Text Message. Friendship is a mutual relationship characterized by intimacy, faithfulness, trust, unmotivated kindness, and service. The concept can describe one’s relationship with people and with God. Obviously, we are affected most by those to whom we are closest. It is why there is such a heavy emphasis by Solomon on choosing close fr…

Send us a Text Message. As the United States of America celebrates Independence Day on July 4, it’s worth noting the nation was founded upon the idea that God created human beings to be free. The Declaration of Independence states that people “are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the p…

Send us a Text Message. The church that does not operate under the biblical theology of worship is in danger of failing to give God glory and failing to offer worship that is pleasing to Him. Contrary to popular belief, worship does not begin and end with the singing portion of our church services. Worship is also not limited to bowing in reverence…

Send us a Text Message. No church is perfect. It’s full of imperfect people who come together for a common goal: to love Jesus and to talk about Him to those who don’t know Him. The Church is the body of Christ and, as such, is charged to carry out His work in the world. Before Jesus ascended back into heaven, He gave the disciples the Great Commis…

Send us a Text Message. God bless everyone & welcome to Build up in Christ Podcast. This episode will be broadcast in Spanish. I have been asked to upload an episode in Spanish & I am curious to see if there is any interest out there for any Spanish episodes. I have had listeners from Latin American countries listen to the English episodes. So, let…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I discuss Spiritual growth in Christ. Becoming more like Christ is the desire of every believer, and it is encouraging to know that God has the same desire for us. In fact, the Bible says that God “predestined [believers] to be conformed to the likeness of his Son” (Romans 8:29). Making us Christlike is God’…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode Brother, Jason Mitchell Weber is with us, AKA Mitch. We are discussing What is the meaning behind the word Church, and the need for the church & fellowship. Key verses: Matthew 16:18 & Genesis 28:3 Recommended reading: The Body: being light in the darkness by Charles Colson, Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeff…

Send us a Text Message. A biblical worldview (or a Christian worldview) is a worldview based on God's unchanging Word. Since God is the Creator of everything in heaven and earth, He is the standard for truth. God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and unchanging. The Bible contains the words of God, and God is Truth. In broad terms, a worldview that is …

Send us a Text Message. Advent symbolizes the present situation of the church in these “last days” (Acts 2:17), as God’s people wait for the return of Christ in glory to consummate his eternal kingdom. The church is in a similar situation to Israel at the end of the Old Testament: in exile, waiting and hoping in prayerful expectation for the coming…

Send us a Text Message. This Episode is part of the Church Hurt episode. When we are hurt in a church, we should not stop fellowshipping. We should go into prayer, and seek discernment & Godly counsel before making a decision to leave a church. Most importantly, if we decide to leave we should seek another Christ-centered church to fellowship in. V…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I discuss Spiritual Disciplines. Spiritual Disciplines are practices we do regularly that can help us change with the power and grace of the Holy Spirit, our sinful habits and make us more like Christ, and connect us closer to God. Biblical Spiritual Disciplines are for: The spiritual maturity of each believ…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we discuss Discipleship with Pastor Gary Buon & brother Mitch Weber. We discuss how we came to love disciplining people for Christ. Key Verse Matthew 28:16-20 We must know Christ, grow in Christ, serve in Christ, to share Christ! What is a Disciple? A disciple is a person who follows Jesus, knows Jesus & His…

Send us a Text Message. God bless, in this episode I discuss tools we can use to keep our eyes on God & be Christ centered in our mindset during difficult times. We look at the following verses in The Holy Bible: 2 Chronicles 20:1-4, 20:35, 33, Hebrews 12:2-3, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, Romans 8:28 & Luke 22:42. Support the Show.…

Send us a Text Message. God Bless & welcome to Season 2 of Build up in Christ. In this episode we discuss setting Godly goals/resolutions as well as keeping our eyes on things above/heaven. In order to control our thoughts & emotions. Key verse is found in 2 Corinthians 5:17. Cross verses are 2 Corinthians 3:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Colossians3:1-14 &…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we are discussing Church Discipline with Pastor Sam Colon (Circle of Christ Church). Which is the process of correcting sinful behavior among members of a local church body for the purpose of protecting the church, restoring the sinner to a right walk with God, and renewing fellowship among the church members…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode Pastor Sam Colon (Circle of Christ Church) and I discuss the topic Church hurt. How it occurs, how as individuals we can prevent causing hurt to someone & how to deal with church hurt. Key verse : Philippians 1:27. Support the Show.By Darby Paris

Send us a Text Message. Part of ongoing series that will invite Pastors to a conversation. Discussing varies state of affairs in the world of believers in Christ. This episode we have Pastor Rev. Samuel Colon from Circle of Christ Church (https://www.circleofchristchurch.com/) located in Coop City in Bronx NY. Discussing the difficulty's of pasturi…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we have special guest: Elizabeth Zaiter & Mary Coronel. Discussing examples in God's Holy Word of people who had chronic pain. As well discussing personal testimony on our personal challenges with dealing with chronic pain. How God encourages us & how we continue walking in Christ. Hardships are temporary & e…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I discuss how believers should & can make a difference in their community. Key verse Matt 5:16, 9:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 & Leviticus 19:32-34. Support the Show.By Darby Paris

Send us a Text Message. This episode covers how to be a leader. Using the key verse Titus 1:5-9 which describes the qualities of a leader. This episode also touches on John Maxwell's 5 Levels of Leadership. Support the Show.By Darby Paris

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I discuss examples of people with integrity in the Holy Word. As well how to maintain our integrity. Key verse Hebrews 4:14, Colossians 3:17 and Job 1:1. Support the Show.By Darby Paris

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss how to find peace in God. How as believer's in Christ we walk by faith not by sight. Keeping in mind , we have Victory in Jesus. We look at the following bible verses Heb 11:1, 6:1, 10:25, Philippians 3:13, Job 19:25-27, Romans 5:1-2 & James 2:18 Support the Show.…

Send us a Text Message. This episode is about how to deal with anxiety in the Lord. featuring bible verses 1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 6:25-27 Psalms 37:7-8 & Phil 4:4-7 Support the Show.By Darby Paris

Send us a Text Message. This episode is all about how to be salt & light in the world. Based on bible verse Matthew 5:13-16 Support the Show.By Darby Paris