Park Hills Podcast

Pastors Alex and Chris look at our understanding of "blessing" and how we might have elements of the idea wrong. Are you complete? Are you fulfilled? How we answer those questions might advance the kingdom of God in ways we do not expect. Key thought from this episode : Be blessed - serve the kingdom of God. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stuken...

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about baptism as they are inspired by Matthew 3. Key thought from this episode : Follow the Lord in obedience by getting baptized. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris look at a shadowy figure and encourage you to look more deeply into the text of the Bible. What does it say? What doesn't it say? Buckle up for this one! Key thought from this episode : We do not know the true name of this character, but we know that he is not good (anymore). We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkh...

Pastors Alex and Chris return with a brief look at how they handle the tougher stories in scripture and the potential "issues" raised by some in these stories. Key thought from this episode : Learning to trust God completely can be difficult sometimes - but always worth it! We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out...

Pastors Alex and Chris look at the most disturbing character in the nativity story - Herod. They wrestle with big topics and point out that he was used by God even if He was disobedient to what God would want him to do. This is a hard thing to consider - our next episode will unpack it differently as well. Key thought from this episode : Be used by God in ways that honor Him. We look forward to he...

Pastors Alex and Chris consider the nativity and the star of Bethlehem. If you want access to a couple of theories/books check here and here . Key thought from this episode : What the star was is less important than the message - a king is born! We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more...

Pastors Alex and Chris think about genealogies and translation of the word "fathered/begat/sired" and how to understand the birth story of Jesus. Joseph is a wonderful man who serves the Lord and His family well. May men today do the same! Key thought from this episode : Genealogies tell a story that many of us do not see. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Ema...

Pastors Alex and Chris walk into the beginning - of the book of Matthew and hijinks ensue. Chris suggests that the Gospels are "out of order" and the guys wander down a number of roads for the beginning of Matthew. Episode 200! Key thought from this episode : God knows what He is doing. Trust Him. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhi...

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about chair four and the amazing idea of multiplication. To purchase "Four Chair Discipling" check this out - here . Which chair are you in? Key thought from this episode : Who are you discipling? We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris dive into chair three of the Sonlife "method." This chair lives in the land of "challenge" and "joy" simultaneously. To purchase "Four Chair Discipling" check this out - here . Which chair are you in? Key thought from this episode : Where are you equipped to work in the kingdom of God? We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stuken...

Pastors Alex and Chris dive into chair two of the Spader "system" and consider the challenges and pitfalls of this chair. To purchase "Four Chair Discipling" check this out - here . Which chair are you in? Key thought from this episode : How are you being built as a disciple? We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check ou...

Pastors Alex and Chris discuss our latest series, disciple-making, Jacob's ladder and everything in-between all of this. Key thought from this episode : Who needs to "Come and See" and what steps are you taking to share Christ? We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris bring you up to date with the project and where we are at so far! Enjoy and let us know if you need more information on Multiply. Click here if you want to know more about Multiply . Key thought from this episode : God is doing some huge things! We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhi...

Pastors Rich and Chris talk about some of their personal giving journeys and offer some advice on how one might get started. Key thought from this episode : Giving is a practical expression of thanksgiving to God. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about the fact that God desires partners and how He does so should make us eager to join Him in His work. Key thought from this episode : You are but a steward. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris discuss the idea that God cannot be what He isn't. Enjoy some of the mind-bending that happens in this episode! Key thought from this episode : God is a being with integrity. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris muse about the things that they celebrate about God and His character/attributes. He is a good God and deserving of praise. Key thought from this episode : May we learn who God is and be amazed in what we discover. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about God's creative power and run down a few rabbit trails. Be challenged, think outside the box, and celebrate God's goodness in His generous creativity. Key thought from this episode : God is endlessly creative. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more inf...

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about worship as Freeport moves to three services. Our DDP (Description of a Discipled Person) has "Life as Worship" as one part of the goal of being a disciple. Life as Worship is discussed and the overall idea that music is but one part of our worship. Key thought from this episode : Worship is a lifestyle. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we migh...

Pastors Alex, Jonathan and Chris discuss their love for the denomination and explain why you should too. Key thought from this episode : The EFCA is healthy and growing. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex, Chris and Jonathan talk about the end times and healthy ways to deal with the concept. Key thought from this episode : A healthy approach to the end of time is possible. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk Messiah and go down some fun rabbit holes of Messianic theology. Enjoy the journey. Key thought from this episode : Jesus is Messiah. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk the Bible and the fact that we can trust it. Key thought from this episode : God HAS protected His word and we can trust it. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about ideas like Marxism, Postmodernism, Totalitarianism (and more!). Here's the books we mentioned: Presidents book Marx (not recommending) Third Reich Key thought from this episode : Lots of bad ideas exist - Christ is the answer completely. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address! Email chris.stukenberg@parkhillsefc.org or check out par...