Loving Truth

Church membership and what that entails can be a bit of a tough topic to talk about depending on your church background. What's the point and why is it important? Pastor Mike and Connor discuss Church membership in this first installment of a four part series!

One of more difficult things to do in life is to self examine; but it is necessary! And the Church is no different! No one and no church is perfect! We all have blind spots. So in today's episode, Pastor Mike and Connor discuss our Church, Grace Church of Orange and how to handle a few certain criticisms!

Often times as Christians we can very casually toss around the phrase "love Jesus more than anything" without considering how important or heavy that statement is. So in today's episode, Mike and Connor really try to talk about what that looks like and means, on a day to day practice.

Today's episode just happens to fall on Thanksgiving! So you know we're gonna talk about being Thankful! But Mike and Connor want to address the topic from a different angle: believers and handling the issue of grumbling!

Christian liberty will almost always be a hot button issue, with strong opinions every which way you turn. How much is too much? How far is too far? What should our heart and intentions be behind it all? Pastor Mike and Connor take time to really dig into this important topic in this weeks bonus episode!

What exactly is the Church supposed to be like and be about? There are a lot of opinions out there about what Church is and should be, but how many of them are biblical? Pastor Mike walks us through this topic in today's episode!

Navigating the issue of Christian can be tricky among believers. No matter your maturity in the Lord. In today's episode Mike and Connor wade through what always seems to be a hot button topic; Christians and Alcohol.

Pastor Mike Sciarra has 3 important questions for our guest James Holt in todays lighthearted and edifying episode!

Being a part of a local body of believers is essential to a healthy, growing Christian life! There's just no way around that! But unfortunately there has been some misunderstanding about what exactly the local body is about! Mike and Connor discuss that topic in todays episode!

In today's episode, Mike and Connor talk about the upcoming birth of Connor's first child, and share their thoughts on some biblical parenting, and hopes for our kids!

Mike and Connor continue the discussion on the Holy Spirit and His role biblically in the life of a believer!

The Holy Spirit is unfortunately a widely misunderstood topic and person in Scripture, without much effort one can find themselves caught up some very strange beliefs regarding the role and work of the Holy Spirit! In this episode, Mike and Connor discuss the role of our emotions and the Holy Spirit as we go through life desiring to live for and please God!

In today's episode, Mike shares his thoughts on Marriage and why it's so special!

In today's episode, Mike and Connor talk about loving others in the body of Christ, and what to do when you admit that you aren't as good at it, as you might have thought!

Today's episode delves into what might be considered a sensitive topic for any younger listeners. Please use your own discretion when listening. Mike and Connor discuss the terms contained within the LGBTQ title; with a heart to try and better understand and minister to people!

In this episode, Mike and Connor discuss the always relevant topic of conflict resolution. How should believers navigate this uncomfortable topic?

In this episode, Connor and Mike discuss the relationship between believers and sports!

In this episode of the Ordinary Church, Mike tests Connors Preaching skills with an unexpected question

In this episode of the Ordinary Church Podcast, Mike and Connor discuss the important topic of Stewardship! How we should handle our time and resources!

In today's episode Mike and Connor discuss friends and friendship, what does it look like to be a friend and how do you make friends?

In this installment of the Ordinary Church Podcast, Mike and Connor are joined by their friend Matthew Holbrook to discuss some challenges facing the Church, as well as blessings!

In today's episode of the ordinary Church, Mike and Connor discuss the topic of Spiritual warfare! Who is our enemy, how are we to fight, and how is this all going to turn out in the end?

In this episode of the Ordinary Church Podcast, Mike and Connor discuss the leadership structure at Grace! Who exactly makes the decisions around here?

In this installment of the Ordinary Church Podcast, Mike and Connor get candid and also discuss the importance of rest and when its necessary!

In today's episode Mike is flying solo, answering 4 questions he's received recently!