Equip @ Tabernacle

Equip @ Tabernacle

Welcome to the Equip podcast. Where we talk about the integration of Faith, Work, and Economics so that we holistically grow into Christlikeness, becoming the Tsaddaqim in all of life.

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November 18, 2025 44 mins

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In this final episode of the season, we explore the question “Am I embodying Christ’s Way in the world?” through the lens of justice, reconciliation, and everyday discipleship. We are so happy to have Dr. Kenneth Reid join us for the first time. Listen in as we look at what it means to step into the world as people shaped by the gospel—pursuing peace, repairing what’s broken, and reflecting C...

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In this week’s episode, we continue our Transformed series with Pastor Julian Newman as he unpacks what it means to overcome evil with good. Through this conversation, we explore how living out Christ’s mission transforms not only our response to the world’s brokenness but also our posture toward those who oppose us. Julian also walks us through what it means to be as wise as serpents and innocent as doves in today’s...

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November 4, 2025 47 mins

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In this episode, we kick off Part Three of our Transformed series — Transformed Mission: Living the Way of Jesus in the World. Pastor Artie Lindsay joins us to unpack what it means to embody Christ’s way through radical love, hope, and justice. Together, we explore how followers of Jesus can move from rivalry and division to a life rooted in peace-making and sacrificial love.

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October 28, 2025 42 mins

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In this episode, we explore the question, Am I belonging, honoring, and contributing to the body of Christ? Pastoral Resident Gabe Courey shares his story of faith, family, and calling into ministry. Through his journey, we reflect on the power of authentic community and how belonging shapes both our personal walk and our service within the church.

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October 21, 2025 34 mins

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This week, we reflect on one of our guest speakers, Kevin Heyne’s, message: Love in Action from the Transformed series. Join us as we unpack what it means to live out genuine love and be a Christ-centered community shaped by mercy. Feel free to check out the sermon on youtube to hear more! 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24JtiwjJN1Q (42:50-1:20:00)

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October 14, 2025 33 mins

Hey Everybody! We're excited to continue following along with our Transformed sermon series. This week's episode propels us toward part two of this conversation, "Transformed Community - Becoming the Body of Christ" (Romans 4-13). We will explore these questions,  Am I belonging/honoring/contributing to the body of Christ? How do I shift from Individualism to Interdependence and Mutual Honor?

We hope you enjoy as Pastor Artie Lind...

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October 7, 2025 41 mins

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In this episode, following our transformed series, Sandy Johnson reflects on the question, Am I being formed by Christ’s mercy? Through her personal story, she shares how God’s mercy has shaped her identity and continues to transform her faith walk. 

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September 30, 2025 41 mins

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In this week’s episode of the Equip Podcast, we continue our Transformed series through Romans 12 with a conversation on humility. Joined by Pastor Kizombo, who preached this past Sunday, we dive deeper into what it looks like to live with a humble posture before God and others. Together we’ll explore how true humility transforms our relationships, reshapes how we serve, and grounds us in a gospel-centered view of ou...

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September 23, 2025 46 mins

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We continue our season in Romans 12, following along with our sermon series, by asking: What does it mean to have an identity rooted in God’s mercy? In this episode, we talk about why beginning here matters—how it frees us from striving to earn God’s love—and what it looks like to actually be defined by mercy. We also wrestle with what it means to resist cultural conformity and why a healthy, gospel-shaped view of our...

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September 16, 2025 36 mins

HEY, Welcome to season 4!

We're diving into the book of Romans to explore what it means to be a truly transformed community, centered on Christ. This season is a three-part journey: Transformed Identity, Transformed Community, and Transformed Mission. We'll discover how the gospel changes us from the inside out, shapes our relationships with one another, and compels us to share Christ's love with the world.

In our first episode, we...

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September 2, 2025 36 mins

In the final episode of our summer series, Nate Gilespie joins us to share the heart of 616 Service. Built on the belief that volunteering should be accessible and fulfilling for everyone, 616 Service breaks down barriers and opens doors for community impact. A fitting close to our journey through missions, outreach, and community engagement this summer!

Feel free to reach out to the 616 team using this link - https://www.616servic...

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This week we continue our summer series with Amanda Roozeboom, who shares about Therefore Go, a Grand Rapids–based nonprofit that partners with churches to help students grow in faith through service, mission experiences, and leadership development. Amanda highlights the heart behind the ministry and how it’s making a lasting impact in the lives of young people and local communities. 

 

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In this episode of our summer series on Missions, Outreach, and Community Engagement, we talk with Ryan Winter from Youth for Christ West Michigan. Ryan shares how he got involved with YFC, the personal impact it’s had on his life, and the importance of walking alongside young people through consistent, Christ-centered relationships. He also reflects on how the support and guidance of Tabernacle Community Church has b...

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In this episode of our summer series on Missions, Outreach, and Community Engagement, we sit down with Ryan VerWys, President and CEO of ICCF Community Homes in Grand Rapids. Ryan shares the story and mission of ICCF — a faith-rooted organization dedicated to providing equitable housing solutions and building vibrant communities. Whether you're new to the topic or looking for tangible ways to get involved, this conve...

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In this episode, we continue our summer focus on Missions, Outreach, and Community Engagement by talking with Ukinya Hunter about the inspiring Charity2Change initiative and how Tabernacle Community Church partners with them to impact our Grand Rapids community.

If you’d like to get connected with Ukinya and learn more about what Charity2Change is doing, you can reach her at ukinyah@newhopegr.org.

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This week, Pastor Artie Lindsay shares how Tabernacle is living out its mission in the community - highlighting our involvement with the Urban Church Leadership Center and the impact of raising up leaders for the city. Listen in to learn more about what this looks like!

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In this episode, we continue our summer series on missions and outreach by sitting down with one of our pastoral staff members, Kizombo Kalumbula, to learn more about IBM—an organization we’re proud to serve alongside. Tune in as we explore how IBM is making a tangible impact in our community.

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In this laid-back summer kickoff episode, hosts Jake and Kev take a moment to hit pause and check in. They chat about what’s been going on in their lives and what they’re looking forward to this summer. As the first in our summer mini-series focused on missions, outreach, and community engagement, this episode sets the tone for what’s ahead, reminding us that meaningful ministry often starts with intentional presence ...

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In this episode, we hear from a guest working in law enforcement who shares their personal experiences navigating the demanding environment of policing, as we experience the 'land of Babylon.' They discuss the specific challenges and complexities they face in their profession. As Kevin said, this is the last episode of our land series. Stay tuned for more to come!

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Join Jake, Kev, and Cory as we wrap up the Land series with a look at Babylon—a symbol of cultural pressure and spiritual compromise. What does it mean to work faithfully in a world that often pulls us away from God? Discover what Babylon looks like and how we can live out our calling in the midst of it.

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