Faith Ponderings

Listen to this sermon from Brookview Wesleyan Church as we delve into what it means to ascend in spiritual maturity while loving other people - which can be one of the hardest things to do in life!

From 1 Samuel chapters 1 & 2 comes this amazing story of pain, tears, struggle and finally an answer to prayer. But it doesn't stop there, we will explore what Hannah then did in an act of obedience and faith in God. Give this sermon a listen and be encouraged!

The one who turned back. It’s the story of the 10 lepers found in Luke 17:11-19. Jesus heals them and their response can teach a lot about faith, thankfulness and worship.

James 5:7-20 7  Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.  8  You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near.  9  Don’t grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door! 10  Brot...

Give this message a listen. Submit Yourselves to God 4  What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you?  2  You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask God.  3  When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you m...

In this episode Pastor Scott digs into emotionalism and worship. Do they lead or point us to God, and if not what do we do with them?

Join us as we explore this topic of scripture and two opposing camps of theological thought. Can the bible be taken literally or is there some other way of interpreting it? Let's ask the difficult questions.

Pastor Scott shares another faith journey story of a well known Christian mover and shaker in popular culture. Do you know this person? Listen now!

Have you ever wondered if Satan was a real creature/person or just a construct and an explanation for sin in our world? Give this episode a listen as we explore this interesting topic.

Pastor Scott digs into another historical character who was revolutionary in her time and literally changed the course of modern medicine. Check out this episode now!

In this episode, we delve into pastoral leadership, church ministry, physical and mental health, and much more! Check out Dr. Fox's book: Rethinking Church !

On today's episode, we explore real issues in our schools. The challenge of identity, substance use, prevention, peer pressure and much more. Check it out now! Check out Zina's book available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/gsSNERP Also check out these other important links to discover how you can help your community: https://centralalabamawellness.org/services/prevention-services/ https://mh.al...

Pastor Scott breaks down another historical pillar of our Christian faith - this leader defined his generations and many other generations - do you know this person? Find out on this episode of Faith Ponderings!

Today, we talk to a special guest: Andrew Eason, Director of the Wounded Healer Program at City Vision University. We will explore faith, recovery, rehabilitation, and how God intersects in our lives. www.cityvision.edu

Pastor Scott delves into the backstory of a famous Christian leader, exposing the challenges, struggles of uncertainty and finds space to explore our own...do you know who this person is?

What happens when the church, meant to be a sanctuary, becomes a source of pain? In this raw and heartfelt episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott dives into the heavy topic of spiritual abuse—when leaders or systems manipulate, shame, or control in the name of faith. Through the story of Frank, a man broken by his church’s betrayal, we explore the scars of spiritual abuse and the big question:...

In this episode Author Bob Hostetler discusses the writing process, publications, advice to would-be authors and much, much more! Also check out Bob Hostetler's website for upcoming speaking engagements, conferences and news releases: www.bobhostetler.com

This is a tricky conversation about knowing when to speak up and say something or remaining silent. How do we choose which battles to fight? Do we even have to fight a battle? Check out this episode as we dig into an important topic of living and seeing others as God's creation too.

New Episode on Disruptive Leadership Dive into Faith Ponderings , where faith meets fearless exploration of life’s big questions. In our latest episode, “Disruptive Leadership,” we unpack how bold, unconventional leaders shake up the status quo with purpose and conviction. Tune in now for a brief journey that’ll spark your soul and challenge your thinking! Available right here on Spotify and Apple...

On this special episode, we talk with Special Guest Mike Davis on the topic of Mental Health. Also, check out this previous episode on Mental Health too!

What does it mean to live your faith 24/7 —not just on Sundays, but in every moment, from your morning coffee to your late-night scroll? Join Pastor Scott on Faith Ponderings for a soulful, poetic dive into a holistic Christian life that breathes. With warmth and vivid storytelling, Scott explores how to weave Jesus’ love into your work, relationships, and daily grind, revealing the sacred in the...

In today's episode we dig into Ephesians 1:15-23 & 2 Corinthians 6:11-13 as we ask 3 pivotal questions about this life and how we can change our perspective on it for the better.

Pastor Scott dives into the messy, beautiful tension of sexual immorality and purity, unpacking Scripture, cultural pressures, and Jesus’ heart on desire. Join us for a raw, grace-filled conversation about honoring our bodies and chasing God’s design in a sex-saturated world.

In this episode, Pastor Scott explores the never easy topic of pain and suffering in our world and perhaps how God could speak through it. If something stirs in you or perhaps you even disagree would you leave a comment or even a question. Let's continue this conversation, because something amazing occurs when we explore it together.

What if Church is more than a building and God is calling us to be more in our communties? In today's episode, Pastor Scott takes us on a deep dive into what an unplugged church looks like and how, perhaps we are supposed to show up for others. Check this episode out.