Close to Home Podcast

Close To Home Rebranding! 07.12.2020 2:03 ↓

We are moving away from “Daily 1 Minute Message” and changing the name of the podcast to, Close To Home. Here is the reasoning for the transition and what you can anticipate moving forward!

Do Your Part 15.10.2020 2:04 ↓

Sometimes God asks us to do our part in his plans.

New Seasons 01.10.2020 2:00 ↓

What are you looking forward to in this new season?

Confessions of a Pastor 30.09.2020 2:08 ↓

I did not equip well

To love is to be vulnerable 28.09.2020 2:20 ↓

Some reflections on a brilliant quote by C.S. Lewis

Start Now 24.09.2020 2:21 ↓

Do you keep putting off Bible reading, praying, journaling, finding a mentor, etc? How do we know where and when to start?

What are you up against? 23.09.2020 2:38 ↓

Ever imagine what’s out there? Like, what are we up against as Christ followers?

The cost of following Jesus 22.09.2020 3:02 ↓

We often don’t think that there is a cost, the Christian life is full of rainbows and unicorns and Jesus is just there to make sure that we are comfortable until we get to heaven. But there’s a true cost of discipleship and Jesus says to pick up your cross, a.k.a. be prepared to lay down your life, because that’s where I’m going.

A quick lesson from Jonathan Edwards 21.09.2020 2:56 ↓

Learning from one of the 70 resolutions of Jonathan Edwards.

Building your tolerance for risk 19.09.2020 1:56 ↓

Following Jesus is a great adventure and every adventure involves risk. Let’s talk about it!

Do you do well to be angry? 17.09.2020 2:15 ↓

Jonah's life and ministry reveal his heart and his view of God.

Change The Channel on Your Thoughts 16.09.2020 1:51 ↓

Through Jesus and with His help, you can change your thoughts. Get in the habit of changing the channel to what is positive and constructive.

Embracing grief 11.09.2020 3:33 ↓

Some insights I’ve gained on grief through the loss of our sweet dog, Bella.

What are you thinking about? 10.09.2020 2:30 ↓

In seasons of negativity and anxious thoughts, we're challenged to place our thoughts elsewhere.

Do not put yourself in place of Jesus. 08.09.2020 2:07 ↓

We do this all the time in scripture through parables or narratives because we read most things with us as the main character. Read John 15 and see Jesus speak about the vine and our position as branches.

Having difficult conversations 04.09.2020 2:01 ↓

A careful look into what is, and what’s not our responsibility in difficult conversations.

Do you really want feedback? 03.09.2020 2:24 ↓

Asking how you need to improve can be scary but it ultimately brings us closer to the one we're asking.

Parable Breakdown: Parable of the Talents 02.09.2020 2:50 ↓

This parable is about the gift of Jesus Christ and the Gospel given to us and the Master asking “What did you do with this gift?”

Parable Breakdown: The Ten Virgins 01.09.2020 2:48 ↓

The oil is a intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. That is key for this parable.

Reflections on the life of Chadwick Boseman 30.08.2020 2:45 ↓

Some insights as to why Boseman’s death is effecting people so powerfully.

Stockpile for the Next Generation 27.08.2020 2:44 ↓

Sometimes we don't get to accomplish what we want in our lifetimes. How are you stockpiling for the next generation?

Celebration! 26.08.2020 2:02 ↓

Three parables, three things last, three things searched for and three parties!

Extended Podcast! Current 2020 Vibes with Chris, Katelyn and Stephen 25.08.2020 32:16 ↓

Catching up on 2020 with the Daily One Message Team on all the feels. How have you connected with God and what do we do now looking forward!?

There’s no room for neutrality 22.08.2020 2:35 ↓

When it comes to a relationship with God, neutrality is simply not an option.

My will be done vs. Your will be done 21.08.2020 2:10 ↓

Some insight into the battle we face in prayer.