Christ Church IL Podcast

Religious leaders come, and go. In the establishment that many of us live in...it becomes very challenging to accept one that makes radical statements that shake our perception of what is right and what is good. When Jesus came and revealed who He truly is...one may think that everyone bowed down in front of Him...quite the opposite happened...and this radical change in perspective is one that man...

In the perspective of eternity, there are many questions that arise. What matters? What does the good life look like? What is expected of us? What happens when I die? Listen as Mike Woodruff breaks down some of the questions that get explored in the small book that Luke writes for us. Luke’s Gospel – that’s what we call it, because he wrote it to persuade us that Jesus is God.

As we ramp up for this last stretch of political campaigning before the big election, listen as Mike Woodruff walks us through Psalm 62 – which is one of the great Psalms of King David. David's words can be inspiration and comfort as we head to the polls this week, reminding us that God is all we need...no matter who takes the presidential office.

Reformation. Almost 500 years ago, there was a re-focus on Christendom. Many of the “religious” acts of the church were being exposed as not biblical, and the church was not happy that Martin Luther was leading this charge with his posting of his writing, the 95 Thesis, which exposed the hypocrisy of the church and spurred the Protestant Reformation. Listen as Mike Woodruff outlines and delves int...

As we go through life, we experience many situations that challenge us...and the challenge is to conform, or hold true to what is right. Listen as Anson Hanbury speaks about Daniel, and how he and his friends had to relate to their community as well as remain true to their faith.

Trials, tragedy and uncertainty...all of us have to experience these aspects of life at one time or another...but it isn't just about how we face these growth opportunities, it is how we recover, and prepare ourselves for future challenges. Listen as Mike Woodruff walks us through obedience...and finishing well.

As you go through life, the proverbial bumps-in-the-road will happen, some are minor potholes, others...will shake you to the core. Listen today as Mike Woodruff breaks down faith...the perspectives, the parameters...but importantly what faith means to your Christian walk, and how we might lean into that faith to carry us through the major, and minor catastrophic times throughout our life.

Ever find yourself pondering Humility? Humility goes against human nature, yet it is a vital component to a Christian walk. Listen as Mike Woodruff humbly walks us through humility and how throughout the book of Daniel we see the delicate balance that one must tread.

Wisdom. Some have it, others want it…still others have no clue that their trajectory is heading in the opposite direction…Many times we wind up worshiping things…just because we feel pressure to. The government, pop culture and many other influences attempt to influence or intimidate us to compromise. Listen today as Mike Woodruff delves into Daniel Chapter 3 where Daniel and his cohorts Shadrach,...

This week Mike Woodruff highlights the courage of Daniel...a young man who faced some amazing challenges, yet remained faithful.

Ever worry about the future? What is happening in this world currently leads us to be very uneasy about what is happening around the corner...Listen as Mike Woodruff looks to the future...via the past...Old Testament past, through the book of Daniel.

There is a sign on a dirt road in the back hills of Alabama that reads, “Pick your rut carefully. You’ll be in it for the next 20 miles.” Deciding your "path" in life is a weighty choice, and this sort of decision can be paralyzing...listen as Mike Woodruff talks about leaning into the Lord and learning how God's guidance to help us gain love, insight, and righteous direction.

Where are you? I am not referring to your current gps coordinates...but where are you when you look at your life in the context of God? Have you taken a step back and looked closely at how you stand in comparison to where God is calling you to be? Listen as Mike Woodruff raises these questions, and brings in perspective a biblical background that encourages us to strive for His calling.

We welcome guest speaker Skye Jethani, please listen as he delves into Matthew 9:9-13.

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What is Christian Life all about? If you have ever asked this question, listen to Jamie Morrison as he unpacks the passage that sums up the walk and life that Christianity means to him.

In this stunning true story of tragedy and Christian faith, listen as Gerard Long, known for his work with Alpha USA, talks about how his and his family's life was turned upside down not only once...but twice...and how faith in the Lord has such amazing power to conquer such amazing grief.

Our special guest this week, Stephen Love shares his story of how life changing transformation can be found by leaning into the Lord in faith and obedience. Listen as he relates how his favorite passage, Galatians 2:20 has changed his life.

Do you have a favorite scripture passage that always seems to speak to your heart? Listen as Syler Thomas talks about one that changed his life...John 14:11...how it worked it's way into his life and how his story can be a witness to those of us who are looking for something to prove the life changing love that God has waiting for us...should we walk in faith.

After the events of this past week, and all of the ramp-up leading to the current state of chaos that we are living in, the void between harmony and destruction of lives has narrowed, and we are left with a aching need for direction. Fortunately, there is a way to go that is not only right, but brings unity...God has it all laid out for us, and we need to follow. Listen as Mike Woodruff discusses...

Try it before you buy it...it sounds like a good idea, right? That is the prevailing mindset that many people use when approaching marriage in today's society. The question is, from a Godly perspective, is this right? Listen as Mike Woodruff discusses the biblical perspective and what Jesus says about cohabitation.

Do you know your neighbor? Does your neighbor know you? So often we get wrapped up in our own cocoon(s) and we become complacent with being closed off...and our neighbor becomes invisible. So, how do we fulfill the charge of loving thy neighbor? Listen as Dan Syvertsen discusses how we may reach out...and become the light in our own neighborhoods.

When Jesus said, "Tear down this temple and in three days I will rebuild it" this was shocking for many people...listen as Mike Woodruff talks about how truly revolutionary these words were in the context of Jerusalem and the political and religious climate of Jesus' time. This bold statement framed the transformation of how our relationship with God would be changed forevermore.

We are in a series on contradictions. And of course Jesus is a big one. He is: God and man; a king and a servant; one who exercises power in weakness. Listen to Mike Woodruff as he illustrates these contrasts in real time here as we enter the final week of Contradictions.

In the presence of a very important person, do you stand up and greet this person...or do you hide and observe from a distance? Listen as Anson Hanbury talks about Jesus' interactions with Zacchaeus, though a man of worldly importance, he was unsure of where he fits when in the presence of Jesus. Hear about his transition from world centered life...to a kingdom focused existence.