Circling Back with Neil McClendon

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and Lead Pastor Neil McClendon dive into Matthew 8 to discuss the psychology of people pleasing, why parents should stop rescuing their kids from rejection, and how our mental health would improve if we embraced "Christ-like experiences." This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be...

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit sermons from Easter weekend and the book of Matthew to discuss the grit required in prayer, the "impassibility" of God, and the sobering reality of Jesus’ words: "Depart from me." This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to f...

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this hard-hitting episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon dive back into Matthew 6 to discuss the spiritual dangers of building a "brand," the root of modern anxiety, and the sobering warning James 5 gives to those living in luxury while neglecting the kingdom. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist...

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and Lead Pastor Neil McClendon dive deep into Matthew 6 , tackling the challenging teachings on practicing righteousness, the heart of prayer, and the "severe mercy" found in fasting. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

Welcome to the Circling Back podcast!  Host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit the closing sermons of 2025 to discuss the profound difference between joy and happiness, the core of human sin, and the "Herods" that threaten our peace. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew 1 and the story of Joseph to discuss the reality of living in sin, the true meaning of a "man after God's own heart," and the "Gentleman Jesus" myth. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church B...

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon delve into the radical commands of Jesus in Matthew 5:43-48 , covering love for enemies, the nature of conversion, and the necessity of experiencing God. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast!  In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit challenging points from the sermon series in Matthew 5 , tackling retaliation, parental wrath, and the true meaning of the Advent season. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon delve into challenging questions raised by sermons from the ongoing series in Matthew 5 .  This conversation will expose common deceptions in Christian life and provide a biblical path to freedom and wholeness. This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sure to...

Dive into a compelling discussion with Pastor Neil McClendon on "Circling Back" as he tackles powerful questions from his sermons on the book of Matthew.  Explore why our impatience can "give birth to an Ishmael," leading to long-term consequences. Discover the "reckless, raging fury" of God's love and how it should compel, not just comfort, us. Learn to break fr...

Welcome to another episode of Circling Back with Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle! In this installment, we wrap up our seven-sermon series on the Old Testament book of Jonah, exploring profound questions from the concluding messages.  We're tackling challenging topics like our "Nineveh lists" – those people we give ourselves permission to hate  – and how the Gospel tr...

Welcome back to another episode of Circling Back! In this special installment, Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle address a critical and often-debated topic: the roles of women at Grand Parkway Baptist Church. We're diving deep into the biblical basis for our position, seeking to provide clear explanations and practical applications for our church family. This episode unpacks que...

In this episode, we're diving deep into the powerful lessons from the book of Jonah, exploring challenging questions from Neil's recent sermon series.  Have you ever felt like you're running from God, even as a believer? Or wondered why life seems to get harder when you're disobedient? We're tackling these tough topics head-on, seeking to provide extra explanation and appl...

Dive deeper into Pastor Neil McClendon's recent sermons on the Circling Back podcast.  Explore why we manage emptiness, how to truly see others, the power of unspoken thoughts, and the freedom found in Christ's righteousness (Good Friday). Plus, gain insights on becoming a helpful parent, the impact of confession, and experiencing the fullness of God's Kingdom (Easter).  Join us for...

This episode dives into 5 statements made in a sermon on Acts 28 and a recent men's event.  Listen to hear Neil explain these directives: Prefer perspective over pity. Go through something hard, and don’t write a book about it. Understand the 4 R’s. Pursue intimacy, not just intensity. Have one God, one person, and one career. Circling Back is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church Be sur...

In this episode, we cover questions from sermons in January and February of 2025. Neil explains the new nature vs. sin nature and what remains of sin in us. You will hear the critical role boundaries play in reclaiming peace in your home. We discuss the five things we avoid most and how to reclaim the power these have over us. Listen to understand why we calibrate to bad news and how to escape thi...

In this episode, Neil addresses questions from sermons in December 2024. You will hear about the dangers of relating to God as a bad father. We cover questions about how tuned in kids are to their parents and the Zoe life. Listen to understand how to live a life you are proud of and be the most authentic version of yourself.  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

In this episode, Neil addresses the deception of the four primary heart idols and how to escape them. You will hear about the smallness of our will and how Jesus saves you from Jesus. Listen to understand why our culture is allergic to criticism and you can be giddy over the final judgment.  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

In this episode, Neil expounds on the statements, "I'm not being punished, I'm being invited and God has gotten your attention but he never got your heart." You will hear him explain how you can be trusted with God's plan for you. He discusses the redefining of God and our endless longing for credit.  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

In this episode, lead pastor, Neil McClendon, responds to questions from sermons in August and September 2024.  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

In this episode, lead pastor, Neil McClendon, responds to questions from sermons on Acts 16 and 17. You’ll hear about the capacity the gospel gives us to obey. We discuss what to do when someone is of the tradition but not the faith. Listen for direction on how to escape a small life and recognize our most common practices of idolatry. We address how to celebrate someone who has been faithful in s...

Lead pastor Neil McClendon responds to questions from a series of sermons ranging from Acts 15 and 16. We discuss how reckless sentiment avoids the truth and why we are allergic to being wrong.  Listen to understand how our assumptions in disagreements leave us with a smaller life than we were made for. You will hear an explanation of what to do with closed doors, who is responsible for your peace...

In this episode, we address points from our Sunday sermons in January through March. You will hear Neil expand on points such as,  Stop reading the Bible through the Lens of Your Kids. How Desires Change. Are you of the Faith or of the Preference? Tribulation is a Door to the Kingdom.  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube

In this episode, Lead pastor, Neil McClendon, addresses questions from our advent sermons. How should we experience disappointment and hope? How does embracing Jesus' perfection help me embrace my imperfection?  What is the purpose of self-talk? How does God hate the sin and hate the sinner? What does God mean by "my face is toward you"?   Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Yo...

Listen as Neil addresses questions from sermons on Acts 9-12. How do I treat myself like someone I love?  What is the proper way to give and receive affirmation? How do we get Romans 8:28 wrong? Is God consistently healing us of our biggest need? Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube