Abound in Hope

<p>In the final episode of the series, McGregor, Suzanne, and Rex talk about love. Why is this a sign of health for a church? What happens when this gets neglected? Listen in and find out. </p>

<p>In this penultimate episode in the series, Darren, Tom McGregor, Suzanne, and Rex talk through Witness as a vital sign. Why is this important for churches to prioritize? What happens if it's neglected? Listen in and find out.</p>

<p>We're happy to be back and to continue talking through Imprint's "8 Words" of health! This week, Tom, Suzanne, and Rex talk through Generosity. </p>

<p>This week, we are airing the final session from The Gospel& Politics, a conference we put on in Summer of 2024. In this Question and Response time, Darren Larson asks Dr. Patrick Schreiner questions that came in all morning during the conference. </p>

<p>This week, we are airing the third session from The Gospel& Politics, a conference we put on in Summer of 2024. In this talk, Dr. Patrick Schreiner talks about Christians as submissive citizens.</p>

<p>This week, we are airing the second session from The Gospel& Politics, a conference we put on in Summer of 2024. In this talk, Dr. Patrick Schreiner talks about Christians as subversive prophets.</p>

<p>This week, we are airing the first session from The Gospel& Politics, a conference we put on in Summer of 2024. In this talk, Dr. Patrick Schreiner talks about the political nature of the Gospel, and how Christians should be more, not less, political. </p>

<p>This is the 5th episode in our series on Imprint's 8 words defining health. This week, Suzanne, Darren, and Rex talk about prayer. Why is it important for a church to be marked by prayerful dependence? What does that look like? How can Christians grow in prayer? </p>

<p>This week, we continue our series on church health by talking about Unity. How does the Bible define unity? Why is it important? What does it look like for churches to work toward it? Listen as Darren, Tom, McGregor, and Rex discuss.</p>

<p>This is the third Podcast in our series on church health. This week, Darren, McGregor and Rex talk about worship. What is it? How do we do it? How does it mark a healthy church? </p>

<p>This is the second podcast in a series on our eight markers of church health. This week, Tom, McGregor, Suzanne, and Rex talk about the centrality of scripture as a sign of health for a church.</p>

<p>We are kicking off a new series on the 8 markers of health at Imprint Church: Jesus, Bible, Worship, Unity, Prayer, Generosity, Witness, and Love.</p><p><br></p><p>Today, we talk about Jesus. Why is Jesus central to church health? What does a community that is centered on Jesus look like? Listen as Darren, Suzanne, McGregor, and Rex discuss.</p>

<p>We use the word "Gospel" all the time in churches. So... what exactly is it? Listen in as McGregor, Suzanne, and Rex chat through the Gospel of scripture.</p><p><br></p><p>We reference a lot of the Bible in this episode, so as promised, here is a list of verses:</p><p>Matthew 4:17</p><p>Mark 1:15</p><p>Luke 4:43 </p><p>John 3</p><p>Acts 1:3</p><p>Genesis 1-3</p><p>Exodus 15, </p><p>Exodus 1-24: God becomes king (first used in Exod 15:18) when (1) he confronts evil and (2) forms a redeemed people, (3) who are then invited to live under the king’s reign in a covenant relationship.</p><p>2 Samuel 7</p><p>Psalms 2, 72, 93-100</p><p>Isaiah (chs. 1-2, 9, 11, 52, 65-66), </p><p>Daniel (chs. 2 and 7).</p><p>The word “kingdom” refers to an activity (“God’s reign” over a people: Daniel 4:3, 34), and then to a covenant people in a specific place (“God’s kingdom” = God’s people under his rule: Psalm 145:9-13).</p><p>Acts 8:12 - Philip is preaching the Kingdom of God. </p><p>Acts 19:8 - Paul & Barnabus are preaching the Kingdom of God</p><p>Acts 20:25 - Paul is preaching the Kingdom</p><p>Acts 28:23 - It’s Concerning Jesus, from the Law/Prophets (OT Scriptures)</p><p>Acts 28:31 - Summary of Paul’s ministry - preaching the good news about the Kingdom.</p><p>James 2:5 - receiving/inheriting the Kingdom as a result of the response to the Good News.</p><p>2 Peter 1:11 - Entrance into the Kingdom is a result of trust and allegiance to Jesus - the same kind of trust and allegiance that the Apostles have.</p><p>Revelation 11:15 - Heavenly messengers announce the good news of the arrival of New Creation - when God’s Kingdom comes in its entirety.</p><p>Revelation 12:10 - The Announcement of Victory over Evil</p><p>Acts 2:14-47 - Saving Story of Jesus, framed by the Hebrew Scriptures.</p><p>Romans 1:1-6 - Saving Story of Jesus, framed by the story of Scripture</p><p>1 Corinthians 15:1-28 (with a little discursive in the middle) - Saving Story of Jesus, framed by Scripture.</p><p><br></p>

<p>In this episode, Darren, Suzanne, McGregor, and Rex reflect on the past of The Gospel& Project and talk about the goals of The Gospel& Politics.</p><p><br></p><p>You can learn more about The Gospel& Project or sign up for The Gospel& Politics at <a href="http://thegospelandproject.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thegospelandproject.com</a></p>

<p>In this episode, we go a little deeper into the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. Listen in as Tom, Suzanne, McGregor, and Rex talk about what they are, what they mean, and how they should affect the way we live today. </p>

<p>In another episode on spiritual disciplines, Darren, McGregor, Suzanne, and Rex talk about the Bible. </p><p><br></p><p>What is it? What happens when Christians read it? How do you read it? Will we lose Darren and McGregor in the deep end of the Bible nerd pool? Listen to find out!</p>

<p>What does it mean for Christians to “Welcome one another, just as Christ also welcomed you"? (Romans 15:7) Listen in as Suzanne, Tom McGregor, and Rex talk about hospitality and generosity in the body of Christ. </p>

<p>At our Family meeting, Tom and Darren shared that the Elders have two words for Imprint Church in 2024: Humility and Hope. Where did these come from? How do they apply to our lives? Listen in as Darren, Suzanne, and Rex talk it through. </p>

<p>Welcome to season 5 of Abound in Hope! We're kicking off the year talking about idols of the heart. What are idols? Why are they a problem? Listen in as Suzanne, Darren, Steven, and Rex talk it out.</p>

<p>What is the Image of God? What does it mean for our lives? How does sin affect it? Listen as Darren, Suzanne, McGregor, and Rex dig in!</p>

<p>This week, we're talking holiness! What is holiness? How do we pursue it? What does it mean that we are to be holy as God is holy? Listen to McGregor, Suzanne, Steven, and Rex talk it through. The conversation includes drawn out definitions, heady discussions, and misquoting C.S. Lewis.</p>

<p>This week, Darren and McGregor are joined by James and Adrienne Lee. They talk about the gentleness of Christ, hope, and the value of community.</p>

<p>For the next few months, we'll be addressing a grab-bag of topics all over the map. Today, we're talking about Prayer. What is prayer? How do we pray? What makes prayer hard? Listen in as Tom, Suzanne, and Rex discuss.</p>

<p>We, like you, are heartbroken at the news and images coming from Israel. In this episode, we talk about how to think about modern Israel, calling evil evil, and what to do in response.</p>

<p>This week, Steven, Suzanne, and Rex sit down to talk about what it means to raise children in the Lord. They talk about the centrality of scripture, the importance of patience, and how parenting is discipleship.</p>

<p>This episode started as a Cutting Room Floor for 1-2 Samuel, but quickly morphed into a podcast about the Bible, preaching, Biblical Theology, and interpreting Scripture. Tom, Darren, Steven, and Rex talk about why we preach through books of the Bible, how we choose what to preach, and why it's important to read the Bible in the context of the Bible. </p>

<p>This week, Darren, the two Toms, and Rex sat down to talk through the upcoming changes in Imprint’s group structure. They also riff on the importance of biblical community in the life of a believer. </p>

<p>This week, Darren, Suzanne, and Rex talk with Jeff Morse. The conversation includes camp ministry, baseball, calling, and Jeff's beard. </p>

<p>This is part 2 of a conversation with Suzanne Hagelin. In this episode, we talk about what happened to Suzanne after meeting Jesus, her time in Israel, and more!</p>

<p>AND WE'RE BACK! </p><p><br></p><p>After a few weeks off, we are excited to be back with more stories of God's work. Today we are joined by Suzanne Hagelin. Suzanne is the Prayer Lead for Imprint Woodinville. In our first conversation with her, we talk about living abroad, tragedy, and how the Lord helped her find belonging. We'll be back with part 2 next week.</p>

<p>This is the final session from our "The Gospel & Mental Health" conference from March of 2023.</p><p><br></p><p>This session is a Question and Response hosted by Darren Larson</p><p><br></p><p>For more resources, you can head to <a href="http://imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth</a> or <a href="http://thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth</a></p>

<p>This is the second session from our "The Gospel & Mental Health" conference from March of 2023.</p><p><br></p><p>This talk is entitled, "Finding Purpose and Meaning in Pain and Suffering."</p><p><br></p><p>For more resources, you can head to <a href="http://imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth</a> or <a href="http://thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth</a></p>

<p>The next few podcasts will be audio from our "The Gospel & Mental Health" conference from March of 2023.</p><p><br></p><p>In this first podcast, Dr. Kevin Van Lant gives an overview of the state of Mental Health.</p><p><br></p><p>For more resources, you can head to <a href="http://imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">imprintchurch.org/mentalhealth</a> or <a href="http://thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thegospelandproject.com/mentalhealth</a></p>

<p>Due to the nature of this conversation, listener discretion is advised.</p><p><br></p><p>This is the second part of our conversation about abuse in trauma in the Church. Darren, Tom, McGregor, and Rex talk about how abusive systems show up in churches and what Imprint Church has done to combat that. </p>

<p>Due to the nature of this conversation, listener discretion is advised.</p><p><br></p><p>This week, we begin a conversation about abuse and trauma in the Church. We define some terms, walk through some statistics, and contrast abusive authority with Biblical authority.</p>

<p>This is the second episode on 2 key components of Gospel witness: Boldness and Winsomeness.</p><p><br></p><p>This week we talk about Winsomeness. Tom, McGregor, Steven, and Rex riff on how to be clear about what the Gospel says without getting in the way. </p>

<p>For the next two episodes, we will be covering 2 key components of Gospel witness: Boldness and Winsomeness.</p><p><br></p><p>This week we talk about boldness. How do we be bold with our witness without coming across as abrasive? Listen to Tom, Darren, McGregor, and Rex flesh it out. </p>

<p>Hebrews 10 talks about believers accepting in the plundering of their possessions with joy. With this in mind, how should Christians think about rights? Darren, Tom, McGregor and Rex spend some time talking about how we should think about facing cultural obstacles and difficulties as a Christian.</p>

<p>This week, Darren and Rex talk with Rosanna Opperman and her daughter Laura Hunter about Rosanna's cancer journey. We also talk about a new ministry that Rosanna has started at Imprint ministering to people with cancer and those supporting them called God Can.</p>

<p>This week Darren, Rex, and McGregor talk to Jono and Sarah Du Preez about their work in Thailand. We talk about listening to God, Bible Translation, and Bike Helmets.</p>

<p>Welcome to Abound in Hope Season 4! We are kicking off the year by talking about 4 big focuses for Imprint Church in 2023: Multiplication, Mission, Mental Health, and Marriages.</p>

<p>In this episode, we reflect on 2022 and dream a bit about 2023. We talk about Gospel culture, relaunching two churches, and ...whack-a-mole?</p>

<p>This week, Rex sits down with Sara Wells and Kristi Halsey to talk about a Practicum class they taught called Creation Care. We talk about the Biblical basis behind caring for the environment, listening to voices we don't agree with on everything, and chicken nuggets. </p>

Today's guest is our new pastoral intern, Kyong Yu! We talk about his upbringing, his coming to faith, learning to forgive, working on the mission field, and how he got to Imprint.

Today's guest is our new student and family lead, Steven Mendez! We talk about meeting Jesus, understanding grace, and moving further north every few years.

This week, we sit down with Brandon Hudson from The Vine Church in Kenmore. We talk about pastoring, church mergers, and Barbecue.

This week, we welcome Ryan Plantz, pastor of Arbor Church, to the podcast. We talk about his call to ministry, why the Church is worth it, and an elaborate heist to steal cookies.

After a week off, we're happy to welcome Aaron Day to the podcast! We chat with Aaron about finding Jesus, entering ministry, and planting a church in Sultan. We also get a small glimpse into his beatboxing skills.

This week, Darren, McGregor, and Rex talk with Nate Hettinga. Nate is the Regional President of Converge Northwest and the former pastor of Cascade Church in Monroe. We talk about the three times that Nate told God "no" and what happened as a result.

This week, we are continuing our "Lampstands" series by talking with Todd Arrambide from High Point Church in Snohomish. We talk about pursuing wealth, calling, and Todd's excellent radio voice.