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Jael and the tent peg
This week, Charlie dives into the bold story of Jael, a woman who defied cultural norms to fulfill a God-given mission. By taking down Sisera with a tent peg, Jael sho...
Balancing God's Mercy, Justice, and Grace
In this episode, Charlie and Abigail dive into the fascinating concepts of mercy, justice, grace, and fairness through the lens of systematic theology. Using relatable...
Elisha and the Bear
In this episode Charlie dives into one of the most unusual and perplexing stories in the Bible. Focusing on the Prophet Elijah’s fiery ascent to heaven and Elisha’s ro...
The Nature of God
Charlie Lofton and Abigail dive into the study of God’s nature, exploring attributes like omnipotence, omnipresence, omniscience, and omnibenevolence. With a mix of hu...
Ehud: Left-handed faith warrior
This week, Charlie challenges us to take bold steps toward personal growth. Drawing from the story of Ehud, we explore how courage, repentance, and a solid plan can le...
Trinity 101: God in Three Persons
In this episode, hosts Charlie Loften and Abigail tackle the deep yet fascinating topic of the Trinity—how one God exists as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Together...
Balaam and the Talking Donkey
In today’s episode from our *Strange Stories* series, Charlie unpacks the fascinating story of Balaam and his talking donkey from the book of Numbers. As the Israelite...
Understanding Systematic Theology
In this episode of the *Cultivate Podcast*, Charlie and Abigail kick off a new series on systematic theology, starting with "Theology Proper"—the study of who God is. ...
Nicodemus: Journey Away from Fear Part 2
Join Charlie Loften for the final week of the 'Come As You Are' series as he unpacks the journey of Nicodemus, a Jewish religious leader who was expected to have all t...
Exploring End-Time Views: Premillennial, Amillennial, and Postmillennial Beliefs Explained
In this episode of the Cultivate Podcast, Charlie and Abigail dive into the fascinating world of eschatology, breaking down the three major views of the end times: pre...
Mary Magdalene Part 2
In this episode, Mark explores the life of Mary Magdalene, one of the key figures in the New Testament and a witness to Jesus' resurrection. He highlights her deep com...
Why Should We Study Revelation? Pt. 1
In this episode, Charlie and Abigail clear up common misunderstandings about the Book of Revelation. They dive into John's unique role, his exile, and the visions mean...
Zacchaeus: a model of repentance
In this episode of the Cultivate Podcast, Charlie breaks down the true meaning of repentance in the Christian life. It’s more than feeling sorry—it’s about turning awa...
Spiritual Conversations Across Faiths
In this episode of the Cultivate Podcast, Charlie and guest Mark dive into the real-life challenges of sharing the gospel in everyday conversations. They talk about mo...
The Story of Nicodemus pt.1
This week, Mark talks about how to create welcoming and inclusive faith communities that reflect Jesus’s love. He shares personal stories and delves into the story of ...
Building Relationships with People of Other Faiths
In this episode of the Cultivate Podcast, Charlie and Mark dive into some big questions about faith, like who God is and how we should live. They chat about the challe...
From Darkness to Light: The Real Story of Mary Magdalene
In this episode, Charlie dives into the story of Mary Magdalene, clearing up the myths and focusing on her powerful transformation through faith. He also tackles the t...
Experiencing Jesus's Grace
This week, we're kicking off a new series called *Come As You Are.* We’re diving into the life-changing power of Jesus' grace and what it means to share that with othe...
Understanding The Difference Between Different Faiths
Join Charlie and special guest Mark Freeman on this episode of the Cultivate Podcast as they dive into interfaith dialogue and understanding. They explore how differen...
Send | You Belong
This week, Charlie breaks down how every Christian can shine as a light in the world, not just pastors or missionaries. He explores what it means to reflect Jesus' lig...
Understanding World Religions with Mark
In today's episode, we're diving deep into understanding Christianity's unique stance among world religions. Join Charlie and our guest, Mark, as they explore the fund...
Grow | You Belong
God wants us to reach people with the gospel and believe in the gospel. But that is not the end. He has called us to grow deeply in our faith. We do this the same way ...
Understanding God's Unchanging Nature
Is the God of the Old Testament the same as the God of the New Testament? Today, we're diving into this big question! Scott will show how themes from Genesis flow thro...
Reach | You Belong
Join us as we start a new series on our church's mission to share the gospel's transformative message. Over the next three weeks, we'll explore how we can all contribu...
Healthy Wrestling | Building Faith on a Foundation of Belief in Jesus
Join us as we dive into wrestling with knowledge and faith. We'll explore what it means to grapple with ideas, beliefs, and info in a world full of perspectives and mi...
Coveting or Contentment
In this episode, host Charlie chats about contentment, gratitude, and the pitfalls of coveting. With wisdom from Exodus 20:15-17 and 1 Timothy 6, Charlie shares person...
Is the God of the Old Testament the Same as the God of the New Testament?
Join us as we explore the complex nature of God in the Old and New Testaments. We'll challenge the "nice guy" image of Jesus by looking at his bold truths and confront...
Choose Life
Join us as we dive into the profound value of life through the lens of faith! We'll explore the belief that everyone is created in God's image and how this shapes our ...
Honesty and Humility: Keys to Strong Faith and Community
Join host Charlie as he chats with Abigail about keeping a strong and genuine relationship with God. They explore the importance of a gospel-centered community, the po...
Consequences, Redemption, and the Path to Healing
Join Brad Alexander as he explores the timeless impact of the Ten Commandments on our relationships, work, and marriages. Brad dives into each commandment, shedding li...