Taking back the wheel from your Fear
Sermon Text: Luke 9:38-45
Mar 10, 2025•13 min
Concord Church, Statesville NC
Podcast by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Episodes
Forgiveness as an act of freedom - how forgiveness is an act of self-love
With tend to think of forgiveness as being about the other person, but the truth is forgiveness is an act which is more about us and our ability to let go of the power others hold over our lives.
Feb 24, 2025•12 min
The Joy of the Unexpected
A mediation on Luke 2:22-40 and how we can respond to what life throws at us in a way that remains faithful.
Jan 27, 2025•15 min
How Anger Seduces Us - and can we start a joy revolution?
Everyone seems so angry. Yet Mary and Elizabeth - who had more reason to be angry than most - show us the possibility of joy. God calls us to start a joy revolution.
Dec 23, 2024•15 min
The Joy of Truth
Jeremiah 33:14–16 calls the people to look at themselves honestly and take responsibility for how they ended up in such a dangerous place.
Dec 08, 2024•15 min
The Sometimes Hard Choice to Love
Loving our neighbor is a challenge to love all of them, even the ones we don't like. How do we live faithfully with people who are our "enemy"?
Nov 16, 2024•12 min
Disordered Unity
The purpose of the church is unity of service to God. What does that look like in a divided world?
Nov 04, 2024•18 min
Unrealistic Peace - When Unity Seems Impossible. A Sunday Sermon.
Isaiah's vision of a world where creation lives at peace seems so unrealistic. What if, instead of dismissing it because it's out of reach, we embrace how impossible it seems?
Oct 28, 2024•18 min
When To Stop Pretending You're Happy And Just Admit The Truth - A Sunday Sermon
Our world, and sometimes the church, asks us to project a mask of "everything is fine." But what if everything isn't fine? What do you then?
Oct 15, 2024•18 min
It's Ok To Be Mad At God - A Sunday Sermon
It's Ok To Be Mad At God - A Sunday Sermon by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Oct 07, 2024•15 min
How To Go Home Again
This week, we listen to the story of the Prodigal Son, but this time, we focus on the actions of the Father. How does that help us return home?
Sep 30, 2024•18 min
What To Do When You Are Feeling Frustrated
Life can be incredibly frustrated, especially when it feels like so much is out of our control. What can we do to help bring our own stress level down? What would it look like to trust ourselves and to trust God's path for us for more often?
Sep 24, 2024•16 min
Why there are no easy choices
The temptations for Jesus is a familiar story. But what if this isn't a story about physical needs and carnal tests? What if the temptation is more about taking the easiest path? Scripture; Luke 4:1-13
Sep 09, 2024•15 min
Choosing The Harder Path
Choosing The Harder Path by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Sep 04, 2024•22 min
Tips for Running A Group Race
Tips for Running A Group Race by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Aug 20, 2024•19 min
You Are Not The First Person To Experience This
We often believe the lie we are alone. But, not only are we surrounded by folks who are wrestling with the same issues we are, we are also part of a long historical family which provides strength.
Aug 12, 2024•24 min
The Blessings and Curses of Community
God calls into community with one another but, let's face it, other people can be the worst. How do we become a more authentic group of believers who can find a healthier better way of being together?
Aug 05, 2024•21 min
There is no right amount or kind of faith
The writer of Hebrews remind us faith isn't belief, but our ability to see and live into hope.
Aug 05, 2024•18 min
Roots Which Give Freedom
A Sermon on Hebrews 10 - a discussion about how Jesus's once and for all act of salvation gives us the freedom and confidence to go out into the world and to risk faith..
Jul 22, 2024•14 min
Living Through History
Living Through History by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Jul 15, 2024•16 min
Mirrors and Reflections
Hebrews 1 and 2 are an extended explanation about why Jesus is higher and more important than the angels. Hebrews 3 is about to move into what exactly that means for the Christianity community, and what our responsibilities and "holy people" of God means for how we live our lives.
Jun 18, 2024•21 min
Nurturing Our Roots by Asking Questions
The Questions we ask - and how we respond to them - are as important and the answers we receive
Jun 10, 2024•17 min
Practicing Gratitude for our roots
The apostle Paul begins his letter to Thessolonika by being thankful for them. While churches and families can be problematic, how does Paul's example help us restore those roots and maybe make them healthier and stronger?
May 29, 2024•14 min
5 Facts about the book of Hebrews in 5 minutes or less
Want a quick refresher or a first time overview of the book of Hebrews? We've got you covered! Music I Use: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music License code: JAVWQYIZKZF79RCP
May 28, 2024•4 min
Our Gifts Make Roots
The Church on Pentecost found itself in-between the faith as they knew it and what was to come. They turned back to discovering their gifts as a way to stay rooted.
May 20, 2024•16 min
Seriously Doesn't mean Strictly
Seriously Doesn't mean Strictly by Concord Church, Statesville NC
May 16, 2024•10 min
Intentional Unity
The practices and identity of the church are our starting point for meaningful action in the world. Our corporate and personal practices should be forming us into the kind of people who can engage with the world in faithful and God-glorifying ways.
May 07, 2024•16 min
Connecting Our LIves
Our spiritual and political lives are not separate but are different aspects of our whole life offered as worship to God. Our communal worship and personal practices should lead us to seek justice and live righteous lives.
Apr 15, 2024•17 min
Forgive But Not Forget
Forgive But Not Forget by Concord Church, Statesville NC
Mar 21, 2024•8 min
Vulnerable Questions
Peter is often all or nothing—either resisting Jesus or drawing closer to him in earnest. In this scripture, we see a version of Peter who is hungry to learn. His posture is humble and open—he wants to absorb Jesus’ teachings like a wet sponge. He asks a question and might expect a straightforward answer: “How many times should I forgive?” Instead, Jesus’ math is not predictable—it’s infinite. Forgiveness is abundant; grace is not earned. In your own faith, do you find comfort in theological for...
Mar 19, 2024•19 min
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