#133 - Verse of the Month, May
The hosts discuss the context and meaning of the Meadowbrook verse of the month, John 13:34-35.

The hosts discuss the context and meaning of the Meadowbrook verse of the month, John 13:34-35.
The hosts talk with guest Tracey Barker about how our identity in Christ consists of WHO I am, WHOSE I am, and WHY I am because of Him.
The hosts talk with guest Sharon Blanchard about Generalized Anxiety Disorder, how our faith can help, and practical strategies we can use to manage anxiety.
The hosts discuss the context and meaning of Romans 10:9.
This week the hosts discuss each day of Holy Week, in preparation for Resurrection Sunday.
The hosts discuss why traditions are important and how participating in Holy Week traditions during the week leading up to Easter can help us reflect on what Jesus has done for us.
The hosts and special guest Trina Pendleton discussed how to assist aging family members without becoming overbearing and taking over.
The hosts continue the series from The New City Catechism with Questions 2 and 3. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/New-City-Catechism-Questions-Coalition/dp/1433555077
The hosts discuss the context of Isaiah 41:10, what it means, and how we can put it into practice.
The hosts finish their three-part discussion based on the book Not In It to Win It by Andy Stanley. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=not+in+it+to+win+it+andy+stanley&gclid=CjwKCAiA3KefBhByEiwAi2LDHBW75IS1-GjXt4_wrA-pciEmVlQaR075M07eylYn6nN6Pn8jfpwtXRoCPvYQAvD_BwE&hvadid=596525853980&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6066200830162744198&hvtargid=kwd-1723989959917&hydadcr=22134_9764312&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_23yfgxgkds_e...
The hosts continue a three-part discussion based on the book Not In It to Win It by Andy Stanley. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=not+in+it+to+win+it+andy+stanley&gclid=CjwKCAiA3KefBhByEiwAi2LDHBW75IS1-GjXt4_wrA-pciEmVlQaR075M07eylYn6nN6Pn8jfpwtXRoCPvYQAvD_BwE&hvadid=596525853980&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6066200830162744198&hvtargid=kwd-1723989959917&hydadcr=22134_9764312&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_23yfgxgkds_e...
The hosts begin a three-part discussion based on the book Not In It to Win It by Andy Stanley. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=not+in+it+to+win+it+andy+stanley&gclid=CjwKCAiA3KefBhByEiwAi2LDHBW75IS1-GjXt4_wrA-pciEmVlQaR075M07eylYn6nN6Pn8jfpwtXRoCPvYQAvD_BwE&hvadid=596525853980&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6066200830162744198&hvtargid=kwd-1723989959917&hydadcr=22134_9764312&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_23yfgxgkds_e...
The hosts take on a new series, looking at Catechism categories from the book The New City Catechism. Listen in as the hosts learn more about our faith by discussing question one. The New City Catechism book: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=new+city+catechism&gclid=CjwKCAiAioifBhAXEiwApzCztvt5gTEmHkKH-Uzy8Wnq55K1uzB8dm4o1jfvanMbkLY0a1YkpUrEqhoCO_gQAvD_BwE&hvadid=174280739486&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14893081992084902762&hvtargid=kwd-187552604438...
The hosts discuss the context of Matthew 22:37-38, what it means, and how we can put it into practice.
The hosts complete a two-week series based on the book Unoffendable, by Brant Hanson. In this book, Hanson makes the case that Christ-followers should be the most unoffendable people around. Unoffendable, by Brant Hansen on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=unoffendable&gclid=Cj0KCQiAq5meBhCyARIsAJrtdr7LAVLnHY-GIF4eoA64yiiPSzuhFpQ6bfLGPSW8yxYEvOpojp28D1gaAqOpEALw_wcB&hvadid=616991248943&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2253142149187712762&hvtargid...
The hosts begin a two-week series based on the book Unoffendable, by Brant Hanson. In this book, Hanson makes the case that Christ-followers should be the most unoffendable people around. Unoffendable, by Brant Hansen on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=unoffendable&gclid=Cj0KCQiAq5meBhCyARIsAJrtdr7LAVLnHY-GIF4eoA64yiiPSzuhFpQ6bfLGPSW8yxYEvOpojp28D1gaAqOpEALw_wcB&hvadid=616991248943&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027500&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2253142149187712762&hvtargid=kw...
In this episode, the hosts begin a new monthly series based on the 2023 monthly memory verses for Meadowbrook Baptist Church. They discussed why it is essential to understand the context of each verse, and had a deep dive into the meaning of this month's verse, 2 Corinthians 9:8. Bible Project overview of 2 Corinthians: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/2-corinthians/
The hosts' kick off 2023 with a discussion about their goals to grow closer to Jesus this year. For a Bible reading plan you can use on your phone, download the YouVersion app. The generate a Bible reading plan based on which books you want to read and which days of the week, visit this website: biblereadingplangenerator.com.
In one of the most talked-about episodes of 2022, the hosts discussed how to disagree with others in a peaceful and loving way. This one is worth a second take.
This is a replay of one of our favorite episodes, in which we discussed how prophets foretold the birth of a special child who is the promised Messiah! Even if you listened the first time, this one is worth a second take.
The hosts discuss the history of some of our favorite Christmas carols and discover many interesting facts that make these songs even more meaningful.
The hosts discuss the topic of generosity, and how God calls us to be generous with our time, our talents, and our finances. link to the article: https:// www.crosswalk.com/church/giving/10-examples-of-generosity-in-the-bible-and-how-to-follow-them.html
The hosts talk with special guest Dan Locke, who is a Vet Assistant. Dan gives information about choosing a pet, caring for your pet, and more!
The hosts discuss some important biblical truths that can help us navigate friendships.
Special guest Lisa Cesmat joins the hosts to discuss how the church ministers to single adults, including ways the church can unintentionally alienate single adults, ideas for improvement, and ways the is encouraging single adults.
The hosts discuss how families work together to create holiday plans with in-laws, grandparents, adult children, etc.
In the second episode about the book Love Talk by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, the hosts discuss how our subconscious security needs can lead to "talk styles" that create problems when communicating with our loved ones. This book can help us see the issues and make progress toward clearer communication. Love Talk book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Talk-Others-Language-Before/dp/0310353521/ref=asc_df_0310353521/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=316651574325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvr...
The hosts start a two-week series about topics from the book Love Talk, by Les and Leslie Parrott. In this first episode, the hosts discussed our different subconscious security needs and how that influences how we communicate with our loved ones. Love Talk book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Talk-Others-Language-Before/dp/0310353521/ref=asc_df_0310353521/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=316651574325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9031381178876763708&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt...
The hosts discuss forgiveness, which is hard to do, but so fruitful. This conversation includes a look at what the Bible teaches about forgiveness, as well as steps you can take to begin a journey of forgiving others.
The hosts and special guest, Amy Simpson, discuss the spiritual discipline of submission as explained in Richard Foster's book, Celebration of Discipline. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Celebration-Discipline-Special-Anniversary-Spiritual/dp/0062803883/ref=asc_df_0062803883/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312281483245&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9553614793259552945&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9027500&hv...