Origins: The Origin Story We conclude our Origin Series this Sabbath with "The Origin Story." Ken will make a case for which Gospel (Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John) has the best Jesus' origin story and why it's the best. Be at WholeLife this Sabbath to be reminded of how much God loves us and how Christmas is just one of the reminders of that love. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 40...
Dec 24, 2024•36 min•Ep. 447
Origins: Peace The Cambridge Dictionary defines Peace as "freedom from war and violence, especially when people live and work together happily without disagreements...." If this is the definition, is it possible to have peace in this world? The Christmas story suggests the answer is yes. This week at WholeLife's annual Christmas Celebration that includes our choirs, band, and orchestra we'll celebrate together that the baby born in Bethlehem is the origin story for our peace in a chaotic world. ...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 446
Origins: Parents You don't get to pick your parents...unless you are Jesus. As we continue our Christmas series, Origins, we'll be looking at Jesus' parents, Mary and Joseph. Were they perfect? What can we learn from them? Discover the answers for yourself this week right here on This Is WholeLife. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisI...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 445
Origins: Bad Apples on the Family Tree Our origin stories don't really start with us. They begin with the people who came before us. In some cases, they gave us their DNA. In other cases, they provided the nurture that would influence us eventually. Jesus' genealogy in Matthew 1 and Luke 3 is often brushed over quickly or completely ignored, but it is an important part of the origin story. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments usi...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 444
Dominion: The Den As we conclude our series on the first six chapters of Daniel we will reflect on the purpose of these stories. Daniel 6 is a beautiful conclusion to the story of Daniel. It allows us to think about what this story and the preceding five stories are really trying to tell us. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeL...
Nov 27, 2024•58 min•Ep. 443
Dominion: The Hand In Daniel 5, we are introduced to a new ruler of Babylon who literally sees the writing on the wall. Just because he sees the writing on the wall doesn't mean he understands it. As we dig into this chapter of Daniel, we'll consider what a party in 539 BC can teach us about following and trusting God in the 21st century. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-16...
Nov 20, 2024•57 min•Ep. 442
Dominion: The Tree In Daniel 4, Nebuchadnezzar has another dream that bothers him. Daniel again reveals the meaning of the dream. Nebuchadnezzar again is impressed but later goes in a different direction. Is Nebuchadnezzar ever going to learn? Find out as we unpack not just the lesson Nebuchadnezzar needed to learn but some important things we can learn as well. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Te...
Nov 13, 2024•41 min•Ep. 441
Dominion: The Fire The Book of Daniel is about dominion and chapter 3 is about what dominion you worship. Nebuchadnezzar rejects Daniel's interpretation of his dream in the 2nd chapter of Daniel. Instead of a statue made of many metals, he creates a vision of his own and compels others to worship it. Today, we may not be asked to physically bow to 90-foot golden images, but we are constantly being invited to worship things that pull us away from God's dominion in our lives. Let us know your thou...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 440
Dominion: The Dream In the book of Daniel, chapter 2, King Nebuchadnezzar has a dream. Is it possible that we miss the main point of this dream, like Nebuchadnezzar? This week, we'll see what God really wants us to take away from this story and this dream. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Re...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 439
Dominion: The Plan If we were going to condense the Book of Daniel down to one word, the word would be dominion. It is about who controls the events of this world and who is sovereign in your life. Within Christianity many would claim that God has dominion in their life, but what is the purpose of that dominion? How do we react when events in our life don't go as we think they should? This week we'll look at the contrast between King Hezekiah and Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah's approach...
Oct 23, 2024•55 min•Ep. 438
Small Communities - Panel Discussion Join our small communities for a place where you belong, connect, and grow. Our goal is to create engaging spaces where lifelong friendships and personal transformation thrive. Discover a vibrant community where you can explore, share, and love people into a lifelong friendship with God. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podca...
Oct 16, 2024•51 min•Ep. 437
Great Question!: Why Do Adventists Teach Observance of the Seventh-day Sabbath But Not of the Feasts and Festivals of the Old Testament? - Ken Wetmore We continue our Great Question series, in which you tell Ken what you want the sermon to be about. This week's question is: Why do Adventists teach observance of the seventh-day Sabbath but not of the feasts and festivals of the Old Testament, especially given Leviticus 23:1-8, in which the Sabbath is included, and God says the feasts and festival...
Oct 09, 2024•52 min•Ep. 436
Great Question!: Does God Intentionally Lead People in Different Directions? - Ken Wetmore This month, we are answering your questions. This week's question is: Why are there so many Christian denominations if we’re reading the same Bible and sincerely asking God for truth? Does God intentionally lead people in different directions? Go deeper with this and every WholeLife message every Wednesday morning on our podcast, This Is WholeLife. Send your questions and comments to podcast@wholelife.chur...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 435
Connected 2024 - Ken Wetmore This year our annual Connected event had us partnering with The Desire Foundation Inc. , Interstruct Inc. , Second Harvest Food Bank , Feed the Need, and Foodie Catering for impactful and exciting gatherings all around the city of Orlando. Relive the blessings and consider the 'margins' God has directed us to. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-16...
Sep 25, 2024•34 min•Ep. 434
Great Question! How does AI Fit Into Our Worldview as Christians? - Ken Wetmore Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in over 77% (Source: Authority Hacker ) of devices. While it has been used since the 1980s, most Americans are only now beginning to understand how much of their life is impacted by AI. Many people have very real concerns about the implications of AI. This Sabbath we will grapple with how to understand and use AI from a Christian worldview. Let us know your thoughts by reach...
Sep 17, 2024•57 min•Ep. 433
Rest - Ken Wetmore Rest is not easy to come by in today's world. Many are running on empty. What we need is rest(oration). Jesus' life, death, and resurrection is an invitation to enter the promised land of rest(oration). The writer of Hebrews invites us TODAY to enter that rest. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Book Men...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 432
Get to Work: Serving - Ken Wetmore Our vision at WholeLife is to be a church without walls, fully engaged in serving the people of our community. As we close our series on Work as Worship, it is fitting that we discuss how we can use our work to serve others. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife!...
Sep 04, 2024•59 min•Ep. 431
Get to Work: Leading or Following - Ken Wetmore Not many parents say to their child, "I hope you grow up to be a follower." Generally, we aspire for our children to be a leader. So, is it better to be a leader? What are the differences and what should we think about as Christians in the workplace when it comes to being a follower and being a leader? We'll unpack that together during this sermon. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and commen...
Aug 28, 2024•55 min•Ep. 430
Get to Work: Finding Motivation - Ken Wetmore Working isn't always fun. What happens when we lose (or never had) the motivation to do a job? Even Bible characters found this a challenge. In this week's message, we will look at how to find motivation to work when you don't have it naturally. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLi...
Aug 20, 2024•41 min•Ep. 429
Get to Work: Work As Worship - Ken Wetmore Now that we've talked about play, it's time to get to work. Is work supposed to be a drudgery, or is it supposed to be fun? Is work separate from my spiritual life? These are some of the questions will answer as we begin our series "Get to Work" and talk about how work is an act of worship for followers of Jesus. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voic...
Aug 14, 2024•47 min•Ep. 428
The Family That Travels Together - Ken Wetmore Travel has many benefits. It can expand our knowledge, force us to be creative and problem-solve, and help us appreciate home. Christians have known that travel as spreading the Gospel was Jesus' last command. Could it be that travel as play is also Jesus' wish for us? Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholel...
Aug 07, 2024•55 min•Ep. 427
The Family That Spends Time In Nature Playing in nature can build a deeper relationship with God and each other. Nature speaks to God's character and was designed to be an opportunity for wonder and play. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and let us know how we can serve you: http:/...
Jul 30, 2024•52 min•Ep. 426
The Family That Embraces Hobbies - Ken Wetmore Hobbies and play are good for you...until they are not. This week we look at the benefits of having hobbies and what can happen when hobbies (and really anything) become our identity and main focus. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 425
The Family That Laughs Together - Ken Wetmore Abraham laughed. Sarah laughed. God laughs. Should you laugh? Get the answers in this look at laughter in the Bible. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and let us know how we can serve you: http://wholelife.church/connect SUBSCRIBE NOW to...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 424
The Family That Plays Together - Ken Wetmore Go deeper with Ken’s message on why laughter is a gift from God and essential for our spiritual journey. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and let us know how we can serve you: http://wholelife.church/connect SUBSCRIBE NOW to our weekly c...
Jul 10, 2024•57 min•Ep. 423
Voices of WholeLife: Embracing Your Story - Christina Anderson Finding strength and purpose in your unique life experiences and realizing your journey contribute to a greater narrative of faith and resilience and a stronger relationship with God. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Book mentioned in this episode: The Rabbit...
Jul 03, 2024•58 min•Ep. 422
Voices of WholeLife: The Power of Letting Go - Sanjay & Kerri Brown People often talk about the strength of holding on. But is there strength in letting go? Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Book mentioned in this episode: Forgive to Live by Dr. Dick Tibbits - https://this-is-whole-life.captivate.fm/forgive-to-live ! ...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 421
Voices of WholeLife: How Do We Represent God? - Omari Gregory Representing God involves the challenge of portraying the infinite through finite means and examining the ultimate representation found in Jesus Christ. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife Get Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and let us know how we can serve y...
Jun 19, 2024•59 min•Ep. 420
Voices of WholeLife: Styles of Connection - Nate Elias How does being created in the image of God affect the way we connect with God? Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607 Email: podcast@wholelife.church #ThisIsWholeLife The 3 Colors of Your Spirituality: https://ncdamerica.andrews.edu/product/the-3-colors-of-your-spirituality/ SUBSCRIBE NOW to our weekly companion podcast,...
Jun 12, 2024•57 min•Ep. 419
Voices of WholeLife: When It’s Not Your Season - Alisha Clements When it’s not your season, life feels challenging and often disheartening; progress feels slow, and achievements seem distant. These off-seasons are not devoid of purpose but serve as crucial times for growth, reflection, and preparation. Every season has its role in the larger divine plan. Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below: Text/Voice...
Jun 05, 2024•56 min•Ep. 418
