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Brian and Kristin are back together to discuss an exciting change to the future of this podcast, plus they spend time going over this pivotal passage in John.  The resurrection of Lazarus sets in motion the dramatic last week of Christ's life before being crucified.  Lots of great conversation and applicable Bible study are packed into this episode, so don't miss a single minute! Follow...

Brian describes this week's Family Reunion gathering and how God moved in our midst.  He also shares about the heart and soul of Pursuit Friends Church and our passion for making disciples.  Pastor Brian gives an invitation for people to join Pursuit Friends in our disciple making efforts.  We have plenty of room for you to be a part of what God is doing in our house churches, in ou...

Brian and Kristin start this episode by giving an update on the EFC-ER's Yearly Meeting this past weekend in Canton.  They also dive deep into John 9.  So much to learn from this passage!  You will be encouraged while listening this episode!   Donate to Pursuit Friends! Email Brian: brian@pursuitfriends.org Email Kristin: kristin@pursuitfriends.org

Brian and Kristin describe the experience the people of Pursuit had at our monthly Family Reunion/Night of Worship this past Sunday.  God moved in powerful ways as we took time for worship in song, and in listening and reading Scripture.  We were blessed with a tangible evidence of God's presence and a remarkable move in our hearts that encouraged us all so much!  Listen to this epi...

This portion of John describes Jesus going back and forth with a group of people who are intent on keeping their conversation within the physical realm of things, while Jesus is describing the spiritual.  Jesus makes a dynamic and revealing statement at the beginning of this passage, setting the tone for what is to come next.  We must obey His teachings if we want to be true disciples. &...

Pastor Brian shares with us the list from "Practical Ways to Bless Your Neighbors!"  This list is a starting point and our hope is that is will stir some creativity in your own life towards blessing those around you more intentionally.  At Pursuit Friends Church, we seek to be the hands and feet of Jesus everywhere we go, with everyone we meet.  We are called to be disciples in all...

Brian and Kristin talk through John 8:1-31 and learn that Jesus is more interested in forgiveness and restoration than he is condemnation.  He is concerned with truth and getting to the heart of the matter when it comes to the sin in our lives.  He looks past circumstances and stares directly at our hearts.  The Pharisees thought they had Jesus trapped, but instead they find themsel...

Brian and Kristin were finally able to get together (after a couple weeks of not podcasting) for this encouraging and challenging discussion through passages from Matthew 7, 8, 9 and 10! They also discuss "Practical Ways to Bless Your Neighbors" a list they developed for Pursuit Friends Church which will help give people ideas on how they can practically serve those around them. The conversation i...

Kristin and Brian talk about life, their kids, and dive deep into this passage. Contact us with comments and suggestions: brian@pursuitfriends.org kristin@pursuitfriends.org Donate to Pursuit Friends!

Kristin and Brian are back to wrap up chapter six of John and they discover that Jesus gives us the choice as to whether or not to follow Him.  Jesus doesn't force anyone to follow him, in fact, he lost many disciples/followers at the end of this passage.  He describes himself and some find that Jesus was not going to do what they expected.  He lets them go, but the twelve that rema...

Pastor Brian walks us through this important passage of John as Jesus is trying to encourage the people seeking him to look for the right thing - a true and eternal relationship with him.  These people wanted the miracles, but Jesus knew what they needed more.  Join pastor Brian as he holds down the podcasting fort this week alone (while Kristin attends a pastor's conference with her hus...

Brian and Kristin talk about the monthly Family Reunion/Night of Worship from this past weekend and share how God moved in our hearts as we gathered corporately. Kristin shares from John 6:16-21 about what we can learn from the scene where Jesus walks on a stormy sea towards his disciples. You will be encouraged as you listen to this fun and heartfelt discussion. Contact us: brian@pursuitfriends.o...

Kristin updates us on her weekend trip to Colorado for the Be Conference, a gathering of women leaders where she was a part of the leadership team in planning, and ministering as one of the speakers!  You will be greatly encouraged to hear how the Lord moved in Kristin's life and the hearts of the women who attended this unique conference retreat.  Pastor Brian also shares some touching...

Pastor Brian gives us an update on some of the behind the scenes organization and dreaming that has been taking place at Pursuit Friends Church.  This episode is a time of vision casting concerning the mission and vision of Pursuit overall, and a challenge for us as families and individuals to keep going out into the world with the gospel.  Making disciples and planting new house churche...

Welcome to Season 2 of The Pursuit Friends Network Podcast! We are excited to start the Spring and Summer seasons with fresh perspectives and fresh new episodes that will highlight all that is happening in our network of house churches. In this episode, Brian and Kristin share about the amazing Sunday we had as both house churches came together as one family to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus...

Pastor Brian shares from Matthew 26 and the moments leading up to Christ's arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane.  The disciples had no idea what was about to happen as Jesus shared Passover with them.  Brian shares from his heart and encourages us in the love that Christ has for us all.  There are a couple special songs and even a time of communion.  Join us as we remember the sa...

We continue the conversation with Bob Robinson and ask him to describe what true discipleship looks like.  Bob also opens up about his past health issues and how God has been faithful to him through those difficult times.  This was a meaningful time of learning and encouragement that we hope will bring refreshment and challenge to how you view discipleship and kingdom building.   Bo...

Bob Robinson joins Brian and Kristin for an interesting and provocative discussion on what it means to reintegrate our faith into everyday life and our vocations.  Bob Robinson is Executive Director of Reintegrate (The Institute to Reintegrate Faith, Life and Vocations). He works with college students, church leaders, and marketplace leaders, to equip God’s people to reintegrate the Christian...

This was a busy and exciting weekend for Pursuit as leadership joined with two other church planting movements on Saturday for fellowship and encouragement.  We also had our monthly Family Reunion/Night of Worship as a Network.  It was a special night of worship, hearing a word about John 5 from our own Aaron Bunnell, and partaking in communion and table fellowship.  This episode wi...

This week we examine this incredible scene at Jacob's Well in Samaria, as Jesus and his disciples decide to break through racial and cultural divides in order to see a rejected woman's heart healed and an entire town transformed by the grace and power of God.  Join us as we discuss this exciting and powerful passage. Connect with us: brian@pursuitfriends.org kristin@pursuitfriends.org Find Pu...

Brian and Kristin continue their conversation about their experience at the Exponential Conference and how God moved in their hearts. Email Brian: brian@pursuitfriends.org Email Kristin: kristin@pursuitfriends.org To stay up to date on all things Pursuit Friends Church, find us on Facebook To give or donate visit: pursuitfriends.org/give All music heard on this podcast was written, performed, reco...

Brian and Kristin talk about the amazing time they had, along with their spouses, at the Exponential Conference in Orlando, FL this past week!  God moved mightily in their lives and hearts as they worshipped and learned with over 5,000 other church leaders - the largest church planting conference of it's type in the U.S.  The stories you are about to hear with encourage you and challenge...

This week, Brian and Kristin finish out chapter 3 of the Book of John.  The end of chapter 3 takes an interesting look at a scene with John and his disciples as they grapple with the fact that Jesus and His disciples are getting more attention.  John patiently reminds his disciples what the real goal is and brings them into further submission towards the plan of God and the role of Chris...

This week's episode is an engaging discussion about the conversation Jesus had in the night with the Jewish leader, Nicodemus.  Jesus showed great patience with this man who came with a possible ulterior motive, but he answers his questions and gets right to the heart of the matter.  This passage is one of the most recognized and memorized in all the Bible, but there is so much depth to...

Brian and Kristin wrap up the final passage of John 2.  Jesus clears the temple of the money changers and those making an unfair profit off the worship and sacrifice that was supposed to be happening during the Passover.  He makes a provocative and important statement about himself.  We also talk a little Super Bowl and Brian gets personal as he honors the life of Conni Raymont, a d...