The Arrowhead Morristown Podcast

<p>What is our purpose beyond the paycheck and comfortable living? Pastor Ben Shoun wraps up this series with Philippians 1 by encouraging us to live everyday with an eternal mission and goal, both collectively as a church, and as individuals.</p>

<p>The church was designed to be a spiritual family held together by the gospel - but what does that look like? How are we, the church, supposed to model Christ's love to one another beyond our selfish tendencies? Family Pastor Brett Moore continues to teach about the characteristics of a church as a family, covered in grace for one another, in Christ.</p>

<p>What does it mean to be the church? How do we live and love with authenticity toward our brothers and sisters in Christ? Family Pastor Brett Moore teaches out of Philippians 1:1-11, starting a new series called "What is a Church?" Brett shares the call to pursue one another into the deepest struggles of our hearts, carrying the truth of the gospel and grace toward unity as the bride of Christ.</p>

<p>What does it look like to really know Jesus on a deep, eternal level? How can we actively pursue Christ in every part of our lives? Pastor Ben Shoun shares the characteristics and differences between a knower and a follower of Jesus from Philippians 3:7-21.</p>

<p>Do we limit the definition of true worship? What do praise and worship look like beyond the walls of the church? Pastor Ben Shoun digs deep into Psalm 150 about the necessity of living a lifestyle of worship to Jesus Christ and how we can apply the truth of God's Word in praise.</p>

<p>Growing and maturing as a follower of Christ is not easy. Fortunately, the grace of Jesus transforms us to be more like Him when our hearts are open. Pastor Ben Shoun encourages that the progressing of our faith-walk, covered in repentance and grace, will break through the lie of perfection and reveal the glory and purpose Christ has for us.</p>

<p>How do we know if we are walking down the wide or narrow path? When is the last time you chose to enter through the narrow gate? Pastor Ben Shoun speaks out of Matthew 7 about the importance of entering the gate of the narrow path in every part of our lives to remain obedient to Christ.</p>

<p>Are we selling ourselves short of God's answers, provision, and guidance? Pastor Ben Shoun teaches from Matthew 7:7-12 about the necessity and power of consistent and confident prayer.</p>

<p>How do active and passive righteousness affect our relationships with others and with God? Family Pastor Brett Moore exposes the truth behind our judgements with Matthew 7 and the balance between criticism and grace.</p>

<p>What are the real roots of anxiety and worry in this fast-paced, "me" culture? Pastor Ben Shoun continues his teaching on the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 6:25-33 on anxiety-triggering lifestyle idols and how we can live a life free from fear by seeking God's Kingdom first.</p>

<p>On the final Sunday in our Almost the Whole City campaign, pastor Ben Shoun explains how Matthew 16:18 applies to the church. Is the church meant to be for us or for outsiders? What does Jesus' declaration in Matthew 16 mean for Arrowhead? Ben wraps up our vision series in this encouraging message.</p>

<p>Our vision series, Almost the Whole City, continues as we prepare for a week of fasting. What does Jesus have to say about how and why we fast? Pastor Ben Shoun teaches from Matthew 6 on the value of being fully satisfied in God alone.</p>

<p>The Kingdom of God is backwards. Pastor Ben Shoun teaches from Matthew 5:1-12 about how God uses our brokenness to bless us.</p>

<p>What is the kingdom of God and how does it effect us today? Pastor Ben Shoun provides an overview of the sermon on the mount from Matthew 5-7, where Jesus gives his follows insight into how God's kingdom functions and the freedom from sin given to its citizens.</p>

<p>What does it mean to follow Jesus and why do you need to repent? Pastor Brett Moore preaches from Matthew 4:12-25 where we learn that following Jesus is a response to His invitation to join the Kingdom.</p>

<p>Satan has a plan to tempt us, but God's word protects us. Pastor Ben Shoun preaches from Matthew 4:1-11 on the temptation of Jesus and that the Scriptures, when rightly applied, can help us when we feel tempted.</p>

<p>On our 6th birthday, Pastor Ben Shoun preaches from Acts 13:44. The vision of Arrowhead Church is to see Almost The Whole City transformed by a Gospel Culture.</p>

<p>What does the Bible have to say about baptism? Pastor Ben Shoun preaches from Matthew 3:13-17 and teaches us that baptism is a declaration of gospel intent made by believers. When we are baptized, we celebrate the invisible heart change with a visible step of obedience.</p>

<p>What does the Gospel have to do with repentance? Pastor Ben Shoun preaches from Matthew 3:1-12 and teaches us that the practice of confessing our sins is more than a one time act, but a lifestyle that leads to fellowship with God, and with one another.</p>

<p>How do we navigate conflict in a way that is honors God? This week Ben and Brett discuss the challenges of relational conflict and healthy ways to navigate discussing issues in all forms of relationships.<br><br>Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-arrowhead-church-podcast/id955566259" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-arrowhead-church-podcast/id955566259</a><br><br>Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJnANALicGnruXopYE4nR" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJnANALicGnruXopYE4nR</a><br><br>In these special weekly episodes of the Arrowhead Church podcast, pastors Ben & Brett discuss questions about the Bible to help us gain some clarity. New episode every Tuesday.<br><br>Produced by Arrowhead Church in Morristown, Tennessee.</p>