Sin’s modus operandi is to isolate, separate, and spiral down into oblivion. We often think of Christian fellowship as the fellowship of the pious—brothers and sisters in Christ—when it is really the people who confess their sinfulness. Christians conquer loneliness by confessing that we are all sinners. One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: * How does it feel to belong to a church where there is clarity that we are all sinners and no one is good? Personally, it is one of the mo...
May 24, 2017•21 min
Being in the middle of a crowd, surrounded by needy children, or in the midst of co-workers or fellow students can be a very lonely place. How can it be that, even on days when there’s almost no time alone, one can feel lonely? What relief is there for that type of loneliness? One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: * Research tells us that one in five people will experience deep feelings of loneliness at least one time in their lives. What types of things might be helpful if you ...
May 17, 2017•19 min
God’s plan for the lonely doesn’t always work out. Scripture says that “God places the lonely in families,” but what if that becomes your place of deepest loneliness? How do we cope? When we are not only lonely but fearful for our mental, physical, or spiritual health, what can we do? How can we become the “family” where God can safely place the lonely, from a foster child to a university student or a lonely senior? One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: * What special gifts or a...
May 10, 2017•19 min
We don’t believe in a hierarchy of leaders who are the only ones who can grasp great spiritual truth, individuals necessary as an intermediary between general humanity and God. However, sometimes in our practice, we may fall back to reliance upon clergy for understanding Scripture and/or serving the body and the greater world. Is this God’s plan? One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: * How do you feel about being “God’s holy priests” 1 Peter 2:5? Send us your thoughts and ideas ...
May 03, 2017•19 min
There are many times in our lives when we are part of something much larger than ourselves – something that we will not see to the end, and something that may not bear our names. However, we have the privilege, as we step into these narratives for even a short period of time, to throw ourselves into God’s bigger purpose and His broader plan for His people, His places, and His glory. Our final #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: * What opportunities do you have to recognize someone who ha...
Apr 26, 2017•18 min
The real story was too good to be true, but when the truth of reality lodged in those first disciples, it changed everything. It sparked a movement, a following: this thing we call church. The enemy was defeated, and glory began to appear on the horizon like the first rays of the coming sunrise. One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: What is your strategy to cope with living between the promise and it’s complete fulfillment? Easy “in place” strategies likely do not exist, but rat...
Apr 19, 2017•18 min
Jesus makes a spectacle. Something is up. He comes like a king riding into Jerusalem. But then, at maybe the height of the festivities surrounding this ride, he stops. In this moment of reflection, a tear doesn’t just trickle from his eye; he nearly falls off his ride as he sways in agony with a heartfelt cry. There is contrast because he cares, and he is sad for those who won’t allow him to be their Saving King. Our final #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: Jesus found a comfortable pla...
Apr 12, 2017•19 min
Little things make a difference. In fact, so much of our life is made up of a compilation of small things that tip the balance of our lives one way or the other. How can we be observant and diligent regarding the small things while not becoming obsessed with them? How do we keep a “big picture” perspective while tending to small things? What little things deserve our attention to be the best follower of Jesus we can be? Our final #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: What “little thing” th...
Apr 05, 2017•19 min
God is incredibly flexible with us, and we should be with one another – working with each other even when we are not at our best. If we are willing to give the same grace that has been gifted us to anyone and everyone, no matter what they've done, or what they're doing, or what they'll do tomorrow, it will change everything about us. No #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week but: If you’ve been on the losing end of redemptive flexibility, meaning it wasn’t extended to you, how has it affected you personally an...
Mar 29, 2017•19 min
The desire for being known is something that lives in each of us for better or worse. The who and what we will be known for is up to us. Or is it? As Christians, if we truly desire to be known as followers of Christ, then there is no room for our desires. There is only room for Jesus. Our final #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: What will it take for you to live assured Jesus is all you need? Let us know your thoughts and questions! Submit your questions and comments via: ■ FHC Mobile A...
Mar 22, 2017•20 min
We fear darkness early in our lives before we fully understand why. We fear it for the rest of our lives when we do. But the darkness in the corners of our hearts and souls regularly go unchecked, disguised as good things, worthy of our attention. Recognizing and removing that darkness requires the light that only Jesus can provide. Our final #fhcTAKEAWAYS this week asked the question: How do you feel about being the light of the world? This seems like a logical, simple question on the surface. ...
Mar 15, 2017•19 min
Have you ever sat in a room full of strangers that you knew like they were your very own family? It is a phenomenon that isn't new or rare but one that continues to plague our ability to grow together relationally and spiritually. This week we unplugged from the technology matrix in an attempt to reconnect and plant the seeds of engaged communication. Our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this past week consisted of the 7 questions that were put before us regarding our dependency on electronic media and overall rel...
Mar 08, 2017•19 min
The meat of the matter may be too obvious, cliched even. But as we discovered last week, knowing and doing are usually strange bedfellows. We can possess all knowledge and understanding in the world about the milk but without the meat we are hopeless. One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this past week asked the question: It seems that overtime we take a step closer to grace we either turn back to the old law or create a new one. How doe we remain in the “meat” of God’s grace rather than the “milk” of the l...
Mar 01, 2017•20 min
Milk and Meat. Works and Faith. The Law and Grace. Questions and insecurities will always surround this subject in the Christian walk, it’s a human inevitability. The answers are simple when we remove the man-made complexities that have plagued the good news of grace from the beginning. One of our #fhcTAKEAWAYS this past week asked the question: How have you gotten stuck in the rules and laws part of the faith? We would love to hear your thoughts and ideas! Submit your questions and comments via...
Feb 22, 2017•18 min
in·clu·sion [inˈklo͞oZHən] noun 1. the action or state of including or of being included within a group or structure. We all want to be included. Acceptance, safety, friendship, and even love are among the desirable feelings we have when we obtain the inclusion into that which we find desirable. Of course for all those who enjoy inclusion, an equal and likely greater number suffer the loneliness and isolation of being on the outside looking in. What if there were a people who were willing to liv...
Feb 15, 2017•20 min
Heaven is mentioned in the Bible nearly 600 times, depending on the translation you read, and yet our understanding is quite likely limited at best. As we wrap up our final installment of The Generous Life we see a glimpse of Heaven and of God’s Kingdom that is ours to experience in our daily lives. It is equal parts beautiful and contagious and for reasons that may not be immediately obvious. To watch the message that coincides with this episode go to our web site: http://hospitalchurch.org/ser...
Feb 08, 2017•19 min
Can a simple act of service change our lives completely and for the better? What if we embraced this basic principle and within that change were able to see in ourselves a new person that lived a more fulfilling and rewarding life? Join Randy and special guest Greg Creek as we look closer at the underrated life of service. To watch the message that coincides with this episode go to our web site: http://hospitalchurch.org/sermon/shared-service/ or our new mobile App! Download the App today via th...
Feb 02, 2017•21 min
Generosity is contagious when we engage in the “no pressure” versus the “transactional" variety of being generous. Getting started can be the most difficult aspect of becoming a giver and allowing our philanthropy goals to remain unattained is more often than not a close second. Being consistent and cheerful in the process refocuses us from the perceived negatives to a balanced and benevolent supporter of who and what God puts before us. To watch the message that coincides with this episode go t...
Jan 25, 2017•20 min
What if generosity was simple? What if it was less painful? Would it change your perceptions and perhaps cause you to consider becoming more generous? This week we bring some balance and clarity to a subject that usually causes us to be a little uneasy. Join us for a fresh look at generosity and the new perspective may just have you smiling as you give. Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upco...
Jan 18, 2017•20 min
Generosity means so much more than simply giving. Only when we give of ourselves, without reservation and without regard to abundance, can we really enjoy the freedom that comes with the realization that God is enough for all our needs. Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at the Florida Hospital Church. To watch the message that coincides with this episode go to our web site: ...
Jan 11, 2017•20 min
Our ’Tis the Season series concludes this week along with 2016. And while new beginnings, a fresh slate, and resolutions may seem antiquated and certainly cliched, they can also provide real freedom to live a fuller life as a servant. If you are excited for 2017 and what it has in store, don’t miss this episode! Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at the Florida Hospital Churc...
Jan 04, 2017•19 min
’Tis the Season continues this week and if you never listen to another episode of our podcast please take to heart and never forget these most beautiful words of truth: “To be saved is the work of the Savior, not of the saved" Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at the Florida Hospital Church. This upcoming week Andy will bring us our next installment of our series; ’Tis the S...
Dec 21, 2016•19 min
’Tis the Season to bridge the gap between Hope and Joy and we set out in this week’s episode to do exactly that. Building on the hope that comes from a life a service and fully relying on God for all our needs brings us joy that cannot be stolen. If the holiday’s are synonymous with a heavy burden we invite to tune in and take a load off! Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at...
Dec 14, 2016•19 min
December is here and our ’Tis the Season series continues with a look back at our annual Meet/Worship/Serve weekend! This episode is all about celebrating the Joy that comes with the reason for the season and with committing yourself to serve someone else. We usually find it easy to remember the joy of the first and easier to forget the rewards of the second. Thankfully we can rest on the example of Jesus who came to serve rather than to be served! As mentioned in the podcast, please take a mome...
Dec 07, 2016•19 min
The holidays! it can be a blessing or a curse and your reality may depend on expectations. Keeping our emotions based in positivity and reality can frequently be the difference between success and despair but that is no easy task. The season of expectation will happen with or without our readiness so join the conversation and just maybe we can all come through a little less frazzled then normal! Tune in each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways...
Nov 30, 2016•19 min
Our gratitude and thanks are seemingly most genuine when a gift is received rather than earned. But if that is true how do we make sense of the old phrase “its better to give than receive? Sometimes a heartfelt thank you can bring everything into focus! Join us each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at the Florida Hospital Church. To watch the message that coincides with this episode go ...
Nov 23, 2016•21 min
Thank you to everyone that joined us LIVE on Facebook this week for Episode 25! We had a few tech “hiccups” for our first time but enjoyed the interaction and utilizing another platform. To find the replay you can visit our Facebook page at ( www.facebook.com/hospitalchurch) . Politics, and particularly this election cycle, was one of the most divisive in American history. This past week Andy addressed the election and politics in his message; Now What? As usual we go further in depth and tackle...
Nov 16, 2016•25 min
Freedom is on a lot of people’s minds as our election season comes to a close. But what is freedom? Where do you look for it? Does the freedom you found fulfill you? This week we wrap up our series on Ecclesiastes and reveal the truths of freedom and what it can mean for our lives. * DON’T MISS NEXT WEEK ! Episode 25 will be reviewing Andy’s post election sermon and will be broadcast LIVE on our Facebook page ( www.facebook.com/hospitalchurch) . Please plan to join us at 5pm EST and we will take...
Nov 09, 2016•21 min
Good news and bad news come daily with or without our permission. The highs and lows take their toll. What would happen if we prioritized everything through the lens of living life to the fullest, with no fear, because God is on our side and has approved our works? Join us each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at our prior weeks message for unique takeaways, added perspective, and a peek at the upcoming message at the Florida Hospital Church. To watch the message that coincides with this...
Nov 02, 2016•19 min
Dr. Tony Campelo was a guest of the Florida Hospital Church this past Saturday and gave an uplifting message of H O P E ! If you have ever felt as though the church has lost it’s way and is no longer relevant to this world, please don’t miss this episode. Do not miss Dr. Campolo's message that coincides with this weeks discussion by go to our website: http://hospitalchurch.org/sermon/theology-of-hope/ Join us each week on Wednesday as we take a look back at the prior weeks message for unique tak...
Oct 26, 2016•20 min
