Beyond Sundays

Hard Questions: Week 5 | Can We Trust the Church? <br> When the global church has forgotten that gospel of Jesus, injustice has abounded (Luke 10:25-37). History shows us that the Christian church has been responsible for atrocities and abuses, which has caused many to question whether the church today can be trusted. Those injustices are the result of Christians losing sight of what it mean...

Hard Questions: Week 4 | Can We Trust the Bible? <br> The Bible can be trusted because it was written by eyewitnesses and many of its prophecies have proven true (2 Peter 1:16-21). Many today are asking the question: can we really trust the Bible? For many followers of Jesus, they have a basic confidence in the Bible because they were either taught that the Bible is God’s Word, feel good abo...

Hard Questions: Week 3 | Isn't Christianity Too Strict? <br> Freedom in Christ is the power to live as God designed (Galatians 5:1). One of the foundational issues or objections people have with the Christian faith is that it is too restrictive and limits their freedom. For many, the idea of freedom means that we should have the ability to define it for ourselves and set our own boundaries....

Hard Questions: Week 2 | Why Do People Suffer? <br> God’s love is greater than this fallen world (Romans 8:28). From the beginning of creation, God has demonstrated His love to us by giving us choice. For love to exist, choice is necessary. And because choice exists – the choice to embrace or reject Him – suffering, pain, and injustice exist as well. Sin has marred all of creation, brou...

Hard Questions: Week 1 | Is Jesus really the only way to God (Mark 4:14-20)? <br>  Recent studies reveal that up to 70% of those who claim to be Christians don’t believe Jesus is the only way to God. But Jesus makes it clear, “ I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me (John 14:6).” That truth is reiterated by Peter (and the early church) wh...

Today, we sit down with Jake & Erin Mills to discuss their recent journey of adopting three children into their family. As they discuss this story and calling, Jake and Erin share their conviction of the verse James 1:27. Every believer has a responsibility and an opportunity to be part of the lives of the orphan. For many it is to take them into your home either through foster care or adoptio...

Today, I sit down with Henry Zelaya at Mission Lazarus located in San Marcos de Colon, Choluteca, Honduras. Henry tells us some of his life and journey with Jesus, while also discussing the purpose and implementation of Mission Lazarus. Through this discussion, I hope you hear the truth that “the kingdom of God expands the most through practically loving people.” May this episode challenge and ins...

Today, I sit down with Javier Acuña, the Missions and Outreach Pastor at El Centro Iglesia in San Jose, Costa Rica. Javier shares how the Lord is working through the ministries and mission of El Centro Iglesia, but he also takes us on the journey of how God called him out of darkness and into light. From being a professional racecar driver, to surrendering his life to Jesus, to receiving a prophet...

In this part 2 episode, I sit down with Tommy Hood in the jungle of Talamanca, Costa Rica. We literally recorded the podcast in the middle of the jungle :) Tommy discusses the ways God has moved in his life, how God called and led him into a life of missions, and the importance of missional living for every believer. The Great Commission is not optional; it’s a command and an expectation. As we wa...

In this part 1 episode, I sit down with Tommy Hood in the jungle of Talamanca, Costa Rica. We literally recorded the podcast in the middle of the jungle :) Tommy discusses the ways God has moved in his life, how God called and led him into a life of missions, and the importance of missional living for every believer. The Great Commission is not optional; it’s a command and an expectation. As we wa...

Today's episode is part 2 of our discussion with Teagie McBeth about the millennial generation in regards to leadership roles with the church and the community. Our millennial generation is often waiting for their turn, but the truth is our turn is now. The church and the community needs the millennial generation to partner in leadership and service as we continue moving forward into all that...

In today’s episode, part 1, we sit down with Teagie McBeth to discuss the millennial generation in regards to leadership roles with the church and the community. Our millennial generation is often waiting for their turn, but the truth is our turn is now. The church and the community needs the millennial generation to partner in leadership and service as we continue moving forward into all tha...

In today’s episode, part 2, we sit down with Paul & Tai Ann McClendon to hear their journey and to discuss generosity, open-handed living, God’s provision, our obedience, and ridding ourselves of the spirit of lack. There is abundance of joy to be found in our generosity. Sometimes joy comes through the very act of being generous; sometimes it comes from walking in obedience and knowing we hea...

In today’s episode, part 1, we sit down with Paul & Tai Ann McClendon to hear their journey and to discuss generosity, open-handed living, God’s provision, our obedience, and ridding ourselves of the spirit of lack. There is abundance of joy to be found in our generosity. Sometimes joy comes through the very act of being generous; sometimes it comes from walking in obedience and knowing we hea...

Today, our guests are David McQueen, Lead Pastor of Beltway Park Church, and his daughter Rebecca Haught, Licensed Professional Counselor & Registered Play Therapist. David and Rebecca share from their professional and pastoral perspective on mental health within families, while also drawing from their experiences as a mother and a grandfather. Parenting is hard. Give yourself a lot of grace....

Our guests today, April Sullivan & Jessie Jo Young, are functional medicine practitioners at Rest Wellness in Abilene, TX. Our conversation today discusses how everything in life and health is connected: the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. You are not what has been handed down to you or what has happened to you. Christ died so that we can achieve victory in every area of life...eve...

Today, we sit down with Krissie Lain Garland. She’s a licensed professional counselor, speaker, author, and mother of twins. Her journey as a therapist took a dramatic shift after her late husband took his life after battling mental illness and addition. Krissie takes us through the season of her husband’s death and brings us to her mission today: to educate and bring awareness of mental health to...

Our guest today is Pastor and Author, Toby Slough. Toby shares with us his 27 year battle with mental health, the ups and downs of the journey, how he's experienced God in the midst of it, and how he finds the hope and strength to keep fighting the fight each day. Toby provides a number of resources in the podcast that you can find by clicking the links below:  <br> - Toby's books: Not...

Today, we sit down with Shelli Presley & Nathan Healy to discuss the importance of engaging the spiritual battle that is coming against our teenagers and how to fight for genuine connection with our family. To watch our sermon series, "Flip the Script: Winning the War for Mental Health," click here or find them on our YouTube channel (@beltwayparkchurch). <br> Host: Brett Stewart ( @bret...

Today, we sit down with Rod & Beth Pruitt to discuss their journey of navigating the death and suicide of their 16 year old son and their continued journey of mental health. To watch our sermon series, "Flip the Script: Winning the War for Mental Health," click here or find them on our YouTube channel (@beltwayparkchurch). You can watch a testimony video Rod & Beth recorded here or by find...

Today, our guest is Jennifer Smothermon. She's a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, & Registered Play Therapist. Our conversation looks at mental health amongst children, what to look for, when to seek professional help, and tools to implement in interacting with your child. To watch our sermon series, " Flip the Script: Winning the War for Mental Health...

Today, we sit down with Sherrie Saltzgaber, Prayer & Freedom Ministries Pastor at Beltway, discussing how to take control of our thoughts. Part of winning the war for mental health is identifying which thought patterns lead to life, which lead to death, and the role that scripture plays in our journey of freedom in Jesus. To watch our sermon series, "Flip the Script: Winning the War for Mental...

Our guest today is Christopher Carroll. Chris takes us on his journey from serving in the military, to PTSD, to substance abuse, to encountering Jesus in a radical way. In the journey of freedom, Chris has found the hope and the peace of God through Jesus. Chris, as with all of us, is still on a journey, but every day with Jesus brings more joy, more hope, and more abundance of life. To see Christ...

Today, we sit down with Jannah Sockwell to hear about her family's journey in becoming a foster family. Jannah, along with many families at Beltway Park Church and in the Abilene, Texas area, have committed themselves to providing safe homes to love and serve children, as well as praying for the restoration of that child's family. As part of our 2030 Vision at Beltway Park (find out more about our...

On today's episode, we sit down with Kristen West to hear her journey of missions, ministry, and sacrificial living.  <br> If you want to find ways to partner or participate with missions across the nations, please click here . For other information about Beltway Park Church, our ministries, or resources, visit beltway.org and also follow us on social media @beltwaypark ( Instagram , Fa...