Spring Branch Podcast

Paul uses our physical body to teach us how we are all part of the Body of Jesus Christ. Each member of the body has a different function, but is part of the ONE body. To advance God's Kingdom, we need each other in the Body of Christ. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many. 1 Corinthians 12:14 __________________________ This Sunday recognizes and honors The Year of Reconciliation in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Rev. Dr. Davis is native of Memphis, Tennessee and Pastor of The Historic First Baptist Church in Williamsburg, VA. He is the author of five books, including A Dangerous Journey for Those Who Become Jesus' Disciple. Rev. Davis lectures at colleges, universities and churches across the nation. He currently resides in Williamsburg with his wife, Myrlene, and their three children: Isaac, Nandi, and Joel.

The Future is Now. Looking at Mark 10:13-16, we will reflect on the 3 keys to investing in the next generation.

We Remember...We Reflect...We Honor We wait in hope for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. In Him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in His holy name. May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you. Psalm 33:20-22

Looking at the leadership of Jesus, we will reflect on the 3 ways He gives power to us and the implications this has on our lives. Here's a question to consider: As a leader, how are you using your power to influence others?

The Bible commands us to rest yet, we find this command so easy to ignore... Together we'll explore what it means to keep the Sabbath and why it is vital to our understanding of and relationship with God. Too often, we live lives shaped by doing, but God has called us to something different and something more... The spiritual practice of Sabbath-keeping can change our lives from the outside in...and give us real rest.

Diving into John 21, we will reflect on the 3 benefits of trusting Jesus' agape love for us, rather than our love for Him. Are we trying like Peter or are we trusting like John? I believe if we get this right, it changes everything!

Wow. What an amazing Easter weekend! But guess what? The resurrection is not a one-time event. It is an everyday reality. That's why I don't want you to miss this Sunday as we walk to a town called Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). Have you ever experienced doubt or disappointment? We all have. And here's the truth: Jesus meets us right in the middle of it, and He wants us to experience our own seven mile miracle.

NO...OTHER...NAME understanding matters ...there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 Easter asks 3 important questions How can we understand God? What does God offer you? What do you do with that?

I'd like to invite you to join me this weekend for a very special Palm Sunday message. Read Matthew 21:1-11 and consider these two life-altering questions: Where are you searching for freedom? Have you considered the perfect lamb of God? Friends, there is something about Jesus that sets us free from everything that's holding us back.

3 Aha's for today mindshift nothing bigger the challenge So, my very dear friends, don't get thrown off course. Every desirable and beneficial gift comes out of heaven... James 1:17

What did Jesus say that defines who we are and what we do? What did He say to create Aha moments in our hearts? For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:21 Don't miss this week's worship & amazing feature Take Me to the King

When you decide, finally, to stop running on the fuel of anxiety, desire to prove, fear, shame, deep inadequacy-when you decide to walk away from that fuel for a while, there's nothing but confusion and silence. You're on the side of the road, empty tank, no idea what will propel you forward. Present Over Perfect | Shauna Niequist speed money life... let's go there

...for wherever your treasure is you may be certain that your heart will be there too! Matthew 6:19-21 | J.B. Phillips New Testament Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted. Albert Einstein Let's talk about what really counts. Because reality is expensive.

How do we know the Bible is a reliable set of documents? The Bible challenges us, stirs up controversy, tells God's Story and is still the best selling book in the world.

I'd like to invite you to join me for week 4 of our series Explore God. Read 1 John 4:1-10 and consider these questions: What makes Christianity different than other religions? How do we believe in one true God in an all-inclusive world? John the disciple reminds us Jesus didn't come to start a religion but rather a relationship. This changes everything!