Build up in Christ
This podcast is all about Discipleship & building up in Christ. Teaching stewardship, leadership & encouraging believers in Christ. As well as introducing Christ to those who might not know Him.
Episodes
Rethinking Church: Keeping Unity in Conflict
Co-Host: Pastor Henry Rick Verdejo
Repensando la Iglesia: Mantener la unidad en el conflicto
Text: Philippians 1:12-14; Genesis 50:20; Romans 8:28-29; 1 Peter 4:12-16; James 4:1-3
Topic: Growth, Conflict
Big Idea of the Message: The stories and testimonies of our courage in obeying God can inspire and challenge others to be bolder themselves. God often uses adversity...
Rethinking the Church – One Body, Many Parts
This is an episode that was live-streamed on our church (Threshold Church of Christ) youtube channel.
Repensando la Iglesia: un solo cuerpo, muchas partes
Big Idea :The local church is not a religious event you attend but a living body you belong to; when every member is connected and engaged, the whole body grows healthy and strong.
La gran idea: La iglesia local no es un ev...
Verses: Genesis 1:31; Psalm 23:6; Galatians 5:19-23; Acts 2:42-47; Ephesians 4:17-24
Main Idea: We have a cultural problem in the church that results in patterns of abuse, repeated again and again in different locations, traditions and church contexts. Culture change is difficult and requires intentionality. We need to learn how to keep these devastating events from repeating themselves in other churches and minist...
Text: Ephesians 4:25–32; Colossians 3:10; Exodus 34:5-6; Psalm 103:8; Romans 12:14-15; Matthew 9:35-36; Luke 10:33-34
Topic(s): Anger, Conflict, Restoration, Empathy
Big Idea of the Message: Anger is normal; what we do with it can be restorative or it can be destructive.
Application Point: When confronting or being confronted, the believer needs to accept and acknowledge truth, while putting off the auto-response to wi...
Recently, President Trump of the United States of America, publicly expressed uncertainty about whether he will go to heaven, reflecting a misunderstanding common to many: that salvation is based partly on one’s good works or life achievements rather than wholly on grace through faith.
we wanted to share an episode that clarified what it means to be Saved in Christ. Salvation (or soteriology) according to the Bible ...
This sermon helps us see John 3:16 in the light of the Trinity, so that we can fully appreciate the true nature of God’s self-giving through his Son. We will consider the benefit of acknowledging the entire Trinity in all our circumstances.
It is difficult to determine precisely how often John 3:16 is quoted around the world, but it is widely recognized as one of the most quoted, memorized, and beloved Bible verses. ...
Big Idea of the Message: Paul emphasizes that we have a part to play in our ongoing transformation. While the transforming comes through the work of the Holy Spirit, we must be available and willing participants for the work to take root.
Application Point: We must actively listen to the guidance of the Holy Spirit—both in our own lives and through the lives of others—to ensure that the change God desires for us is r...
Text: Hebrews 10:23-29; Hebrews 10:35-36; Hebrews 11:1-6; Hebrews 12:1–13; Hebrews 12:18-29
Topics: Destination, Goal, Motivation
Big Idea of the Message: Never lose sight of the destination: Jesus.
Application Point: Losing sight of your goal can make it harder to accomplish. What is the goal of your faith?
There are 3 groups of Christians addressed in the book of Hebrews:
1. Wavering: those who received Je...
Big Idea of the Series: Deciding to follow Jesus (or to recommit your life to him) is like a journey. This series starts off the new year by looking at the important elements of a successful journey and then applies that to our walk with Christ.
Text: Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 14:25–33; Matthew 10:36-38; Matthew 7:15-16 Topics: Discipleship, Preparation
Big Idea of the Message: Following Jesus requires int...
Text: 1 Corinthians 5:1–13; Roman 14:10-13; Matthew 7:1–6
Believers are charged with encouraging and holding each other accountable when we are struggling with sin in our lives, but we are called to do so without burdening each other with ungodly judgment and shame.
Application Point: When we judge others, we elevate ourselves as morally superior, which often stems from false humility and pride. When we hold each...
The belief that God wants all believers to be healthy, wealthy, and comfortable is an extrabiblical belief that is contradicted by the Scriptures. We are not promised that our lives will be free of suffering in this life. However, we are promised that we will not face pain or suffering on our own.
Application Point: Our ever-shifting circumstances are not in themselves proof of God’s love or disappointment. Rather, t...
Topics: Discipline, Holiness
Big Idea of the Message: The desires of the flesh are directly opposed to the desires of the Spirit.
Application Point: We cannot do what our flesh wants and also serve the Spirit; we must choose which we will elevate.
Galatians 5:16-26, 6:7-8; Romans 6:12-13, 8:18-19
"Discipline, for the Christian, begins with the body. We have only one. It is this body t...
Text: 2 Cor 5:17-18; 2 Samuel 11; 2 Samuel 12:1-15; Psalm 51
Topic: Repentance, living in your newness
Big Idea of the Message: When you slip up, repent and ask God to help you; don’t use it as an excuse to give into more sin.
The new life of devotion to Christ means one has new attitudes and actions. Why do most New Year resolutions fail? Usually, we slip up once and then use that mistake as an ex...
Friendship is a mutual relationship characterized by intimacy, faithfulness, trust, unmotivated kindness, and service. The concept can describe one’s relationship with people and with God.
Obviously, we are affected most by those to whom we are closest. It is why there is such a heavy emphasis by Solomon on choosing close friends carefully & when you find some great ones---sticking together for the long haul...
As the United States of America celebrates Independence Day on July 4, it’s worth noting the nation was founded upon the idea that God created human beings to be free. The Declaration of Independence states that people “are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”
But what is “liberty,” exactly? Is freedom based upon the country where ...
The church that does not operate under the biblical theology of worship is in danger of failing to give God glory and failing to offer worship that is pleasing to Him. Contrary to popular belief, worship does not begin and end with the singing portion of our church services. Worship is also not limited to bowing in reverence before God. To begin with, worship is determined by God Himself.
Recommended readi...
No church is perfect. It’s full of imperfect people who come together for a common goal: to love Jesus and to talk about Him to those who don’t know Him. The Church is the body of Christ and, as such, is charged to carry out His work in the world. Before Jesus ascended back into heaven, He gave the disciples the Great Commission: "Go therefore and make disciples(reproduce) of all nations, baptizing them in the ...
God bless everyone & welcome to Build up in Christ Podcast. This episode will be broadcast in Spanish. I have been asked to upload an episode in Spanish & I am curious to see if there is any interest out there for any Spanish episodes. I have had listeners from Latin American countries listen to the English episodes. So, let’s see how well a Spanish episode is received.
The panel of speakers: Pastor Gene...
In this episode, I discuss Spiritual growth in Christ.
Becoming more like Christ is the desire of every believer, and it is encouraging to know that God has the same desire for us. In fact, the Bible says that God “predestined [believers] to be conformed to the likeness of his Son” (Romans 8:29). Making us Christlike is God’s work, and He will see it through to the end (Philippians 1:6).
Key Vs: Philipp...
In this episode Brother, Jason Mitchell Weber is with us, AKA Mitch. We are discussing What is the meaning behind the word Church, and the need for the church & fellowship.
Key verses:
Matthew 16:18 & Genesis 28:3
Recommended reading: The Body: being light in the darkness by Charles Colson,
Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Wise Quotes:
“Let him who is not in the communi...
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