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Are you familiar with the Minor Prophets of the Bible? Most people are not. So, why did we choose the Minor Prophets for the summer series? The Minor Prophets are relevant to our world today and the things we are currently experiencing. But, they also have eternal relevance pointing us to Jesus. Join us are we dive into the Minor Prophets, book by book, throughout the summer! Click here for the su...

As you recite the Apostles Creed, you are stating you believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Born of the virgin, Mary. Why is this so important to believe? Because it is true and it sets us apart from other sects who do not believe Jesus is the Son of God. Join pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they talk about Jesus. Show Notes: Annunciation with the Unicorn Polyptych - Master of the Ann...

"I believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and Earth." This IS what we believe. It is not "I do" but "I believe" How amazing is it to recite that each with other believers! God wants us to come to Him. He invites us into that relationship. Listen to this episode to hears pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they dive into God the Father.

Have you ever wondered why we recite the Apostle's Creed? Does it seem like it doesn't fit in a Southern Baptist Church? Did you know the Apostle's Creed pre-dates Roman Catholicism? This is the first episode of a series on the Apostle's Creed and what it means and why it is so important. Give this podcast a listen as an introduction to this new series.

Do you want to hear more from Pastor John as he is beginning his sabbatical? Listen to this podcast to gain a better understanding.

Have you ever tried to explain the Trinity to someone? Or heard it explained and left more confused? The last stanza of the traditional stanza of the doxology is "Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost." Did you know you praise all three? The doctrine of the Trinity is difficult to explain, but vitally important. Join pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they explain the doctrine of the in more...

As we continue this series on the doxology, we get to "Praise Him above ye heavenly hosts." Take a look at Psalms 148. What are heavenly hosts? Are they angels? Do they have wings and halos? The examples given in the Bible range from the sun and moon to four headed beasts to bright figures and humans. BUT they are all commanded to praise God. We should be pointing all creatures to praise God. So,...

Creatures are all created things. Humans, trees, bees, we are all part of God's creation. All creation was created originally, uniquely for God's glory, and each has a song to sing.. Every life is sacred and has sacred values before God. Join us in this 4 part series on the doxology as pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford take each stanza and explain the meaning behind it.

Surely you know the doxology. "Praise God from whom all blessings flow..." Have you ever thought about what it actually means? Doxology flows out of theology. Theology means the study of God, while doxology means to praise God or glory words. Join us in this 4-part series on the doxology as pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford take each stanza and explain the meaning behind it. 

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. Did you know this part was not original to the bible? It was added later. Listen in as Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford explain why it is a part of the Lord's Prayer.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver is from evil. Does God tempt us? Does God cause us to do evil? Join Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they unpack these questions that are usually asked after reading this portion of the Lord's Prayer.

And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Forgiveness is HARD! Why should we forgive those who have really hurt us? Well, because God said to. Listen in as Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford unpack the topic of forgiveness in the Lord's Prayer.

Give us this day our daily bread. What does this mean? Is Jesus talking about actual bread? Yes and no. We are to depend on God regularly throughout each day for both our spiritual and physical needs. Join Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they break down the meaning behind this portion of the Lord's Prayer.

Your Kingdom Come. What does this mean in the Lord's prayer? In this episode, Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford dive into the meaning of "Your Kingdom Come". 

Hallowed be thy name. How often do you use the word "hallowed"? Do you even know what it means when we pray "hallowed be thy name"? Join Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they explain the meaning of this stanza of the Lord's Prayer.

Our Father. Those are the first two words of the Lord's Prayer. Change the pronoun "Our" to "My" Father. It makes the Lord's Prayer more intimate because He IS your Father. You ARE His children. Join pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they dig deeper into the "Our Father" portion of the Lord's Prayer.

The Lord's Prayer is used as a modeled prayer whether you are praying for yourself, for others, or in a group setting. But how has praying the Lord's prayer shaped your prayer life? Your Spiritual life? Or the way you view the world around you? Are you saying it out of repetition, not truly grasping what it means? Join Pastors John Nicholson and Josh Watford as they give an introduction into the L...

Why do we recite the Lord's Prayer, Doxology, and Apostles's Creed in the worship service? These are intentionally placed in our worship service, but many don't truly know what they mean. Join us as we briefly discuss the intentionality of reciting each of these in this episode. 

WE'RE BACK!!!! It has been too long! This episode was meant to be fun, while also allowing you to learn a little more about our pastors. Tune in to hear their answers to some questions related to their lives and pastoral life! 

Judson College was founded here in Marion in 1838 and unfortunately had to close its door in 2021.  However, the legacy left behind will always hold a special place in the lives of those girls that attended. Samford University was formerly Howard College, which was founded here in Marion in 1841. The campus was located on what is now Marion Military Institute. Join us as we recap the extraord...

"God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things for Him." - Elizabeth Wells Oneness and peace in Christ is impossible if you do not have a relationship with Him. We try to create peace, however, it fails. But true peace only comes from Jesus himself. When our relationship with God is broken, other relationships are unhealthy too. Without Christ as the center of your relationships, division is...

We seem to grab pieces of scripture instead of reading it all in context. But when you see it for all it's worth, it will change you. Did you know Paul was in prison when he wrote Ephesians? Knowing that changed the way I read this epistle. Paul is wanting people's eyes to be opened to see what God is doing. He wants us to know we ARE the fullness of Christ as the Church. We are the fullness of Ch...

Have you ever truly paid attention to the way Paul prays? Take a minute to read Ephesians 1:15-23. Yeah...it can be intimidating to think you have to pray that way. Thankfully, that is not the case! Our Heavenly Father hears your prayers whether it is simple or sounds like it came from a seminary professor, whether it's interrupted, or you spend hours talking with him. What God really wants is for...

Have you been joining us on Sunday mornings as we make our way through Ephesians? Join us on the podcast as we dive deeper into this epistle, starting with Ephesians 1:3-14. "Furthermore, because we are united in Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work out according to his plan." Ephesians 1:11 

Did you know that Ephesians is a dark purple? Yeah, well neither did we. Join us as we discuss the relationship between Ephesians and colors! No but really, as we walk through the book of Ephesians on Sunday mornings, we decided to have a podcast series that goes into a bit more depth. Come along side us as we walk through this great, little book of the Bible.