The crew discusses the biggest lessons learned from the many powerful stories of faith through the fire! Thanks to all who have listened this year and we are excited to give you many more stories in 2024.
Thomas Snow and John Carter discuss how TPOM is spreading the gospel and giving prisoners and ex-prisoners hope! Hope and Equip has jumped in to help TPOM aid ex-prisoners who are working hard to be successful in their new life outside of prison. This is also a powerful story of the church reaching out to people with open arms and support.
Listen in as Chris discusses his personal battles and victories in regards to finances and career choices. He gives us great lessons on staying faithful to God in the dark times, being a good steward, using God's gifts for His glory and using temporary things to bring about eternal change!
We speak with Serge Gasore, co-founder of Rwanda Children. Listen in as Serge gives his personal, powerful story. Serge takes us on a journey that starts with pain, suffering and darkness. Thankfully he does not give up on faith and finds that God is still working in our lives to bring about light in the darkest places. Serge gives a beautiful picture of how Christ can make things new through love, grace and hope.
This episode is a short devo to offer some encouragement as we battle the fires of life.
North Point is blessed to have Steven Jaeger as a summer intern. After only 2 weeks, he is one of the family. His heart for serving others and serving Christ is such a great example for all of us. Listen in as Steven tells us about his education, God's providence in his life, answered prayers, and the joy of soaking in God's word. Steven we love you and will keep you in prayer always.
Stephen interviews Tracy and Caleb about their mission work in Honduras and speaks about his own experiences as well. The crew discusses the many blessings received from their trips. For anyone thinking of participating in a mission trip please listen to this episode. If you are thinking of going please reach out to us here at North Point.
Risky faith + following the truth regardless of the consequences + God's providence + a loving environment = a thriving congregation! God has blessed North Point with 28 baptisms since June of 2022. This congregation has doubled in size in less than one year. This doesn't happen by accident and it sure doesn’t happen without obstacles to overcome. Whether you are a young minister starting out, a group of elders leading a congregation, or just simply want to go spread the gospel this is an episod...
Want to know some keys to a long lasting marriage? Listen to this episode! Larry and Linda Morgan discuss some factors that has led them to 58 years of a strong and happy marriage. What a blessing to have this strong Christian couple at North Point where we can learn from their wisdom. And they also give us some laughs along the way :)
In this episode Tracy discusses the reasons for the massive growth of North Point. Faith thru the Fire is all about helping people keep the their faith as they battle what life throws at them. North Point shares that same mission. As you have already heard on many of our episodes, this is a safe place where folks can be open and honest about their struggles because they know North Point is there to love them. Check this episode out and we hope to see you at North Point soon!
Kim and Tracy discuss their 30 year marriage. They discuss ways to build a strong marriage that will persevere through any trial.
Matt left off in part 1 with seeking God after his life had fallen apart. Listen in as he tells this powerful story of God's amazing providence and grace! God promises that if we seek the truth we will find it. Matt is truly on fire for God and we thank him so much for taking the time to share his story. If this episode don't fire you up, you might need a heart check :)
Matt Miller, minister at Fountain Head church of Christ in Portland TN, gives us an open look to his life. Super athlete and tons of talent Matt thought he had the world but without Christ and relying on self his world spins out of control! Listen in to part 1 as Matt finally realizes he cannot make it without Christ. As he begins to seek God, God opens up doors! Stay tuned for part 2, you wont want to miss it!
David Rogers, minister at Washington Avenue church of Christ in Evansville IN, discusses the importance of looking to God and our brothers and sisters in Christ when we face the fires of this life. If we handle our struggles in a Godly way our church can grow closer to Christ, closer to each other and bring people to Jesus!
The North Point crew discusses the eternal vs the temporary mindset.
Chris Youssi has passed through many fires and now has dedicated his life to giving back to those in need. He explains Hope and Equip's mission to help those in need. Their mission work involves teaching people to provide for themselves, and their communities. Most importantly, the gospel is being spread through these efforts and people are coming to Christ! This is a mission work that is highly efficient with their funds, and believes in not just handing out money but allowing people to learn t...
Chris Youssi teaches us how to let go of the hurt in our past and surrender all to Jesus. This is a 2 part episode. In part 1 Chris takes us through the hard times he faced in an abusive household growing up, and how he has turned to Christ to heal those wounds. Part 2 will be dedicated to all the mission work that Chris is involved with and his foundation Hope and Equip.
You don't want to miss this POWERFUL message! Jenny Ritter discusses her battle with addiction and mental illness. Even in her darkest moments she knew God was there and waiting for her to come to Him! Listen in as she talks about the power of the gospel and a church family that genuinely loves one another!
Round table discussion from our podcast team about thankfulness. Lets not let this attitude stop after the holidays. As Christians we are commanded by God to be thankful. Looking at scripture will show us just how important this attitude is to God. Thankfulness will please God, bring us joy, and bring others to Jesus! We can all improve in this rea and our podcast team gives some practical ways we can all be more thankful.
Listen in as June talks about his life growing up in the Philippines. He talks about the hardships and his journey to the US. But more importantly his journey to finding the gospel of Jesus Christ!
3 Brothers in Christ discuss the good and the hard times of serving in the military. They talk about how they kept their faith while serving, lessons learned and how all of us can be an encouragement to them. If you are a veteran and struggling please reach out for help. If you are a civilian please give a veteran you know a big thank you and show them honor for their sacrifice!
Why do so many young folks leave the church? We speak with 3 young men from North Point about some of the struggles of high school and college. They discuss ways that Satan can attack this age group. And they give us some great insight on how they stay faithful in these fires, how the church can help our youth, and how the youth can build up the church!
Maintenance is critical to ensure longevity of any mechanical system. It's also critical to ensure longevity in our faith! Be sure you are doing spiritual maintenance so that you can walk through the fire with faith!
Kurt gives us great insight to better serve our family members with mental illness. Mental health issues can tear a family apart. If you are walking through this fire please listen to this podcast and reach out for help.
The podcast crew discusses a few of the ways Satan will try to pull us away from Christ!
Gary Hack, long time elder at Cedar Springs church of Christ, gives us inspirational stories of the freedom prisoners find in the gospel! Listen in as Gary gives us an up close and personal view of teaching the gospel within the prison system.
Mart Martin shares his story of addiction and recovery. You will be inspired by his transformation. If you need help Mart and all of us are here for you!
Caleb speaks openly and honestly about his battle with depression that lead to an attempted suicide. He will inspire you with his courage found through Christ and his brothers and sisters in Christ!
Lauryn and I discuss the importance of perseverance in life, our walk with Christ and in our mental health,
Lauryn and I talk about self image. How it effects our mental attitude and how it effects how we see others. How our Creator sees us makes all the difference!
