Sandy Creek Stirrings

When a church finds itself without a pastor, it enters one of the most vulnerable seasons of its existence. Without clear Biblical guidance, churches often turn to worldly methods, corporate models, or emotional decisions to find their next pastor — and sadly, the results are, too often: division, discouragement, and decline. This podcast episode was born from a burden — a burden to see local chur...

In continuation of last week's episode, I wanted to give you some resources that you can use in your study. In this episode, you will find an incredibly practical list of things that you can begin using TODAY to help you deep dive into the Word of God. Along the way, I share some pitfalls and mindsets to be aware of!

In this two part series, I deep dive into the subject of studying God's Word. In this first part - "A Call To The Field Of Study", I want to bring attention to two darkened corners of the topic of study. There are two main issues I see when people approach the field of study that are grave errors. These mindsets/philosophies must be changed before we can ever expect our studies to be...

With Resurrection Sunday fast approaching, we sit right in the middle of the week where Jesus Christ was crucified. His sacrifice on the cross was part of God's great plan to redeem man. Why? What was the plan? How has it worked through the ages? What 3 things did the devil do to try and stop God's plan of redemption? Listen to this message to hear more about God's Plan to Redeem - sta...

Family Altar. Family Devotions. A relic of ages gone by. Sadly, for many people, a family gathering around the Word of God is almost non-existent. While fact stands true, it stands in direct opposition to the command of Deuteronomy 6:7-8. This command is given to all parents and places a vital importance on the time of family altar. Every parent should take this episode to heart and make it a comm...

In this episode, I give a few thoughts that the Lord placed on my heart from a passage of Scripture. The passage of Scripture that I outline in this episode is, in my opinion, one of the greatest chapters on being a godly parent in the Bible. Each and every parent needs an occasional reminder to retrain our focus on living for the Lord and loving Him with all our heart... And I pray this episode w...

(A Biblical Response To Alcohol Series) In this final part - the conclusion of the series - we give some CONCLUSIVE answers about the subject of alcohol. Many ask and wonder if there even is a conclusive answer! After hours and hours of Biblical, historical, and linguistic research and study, I do believe that there are some conclusive answers on the subject of alcohol. Join me as I share those cl...

(A Biblical Response To Alcohol Series) When considering what the Bible has to say about the subject of alcohol, how do we interpret passages about wine bringing gladness? Doesn't this imply a "good side" to alcohol and its consumption? Join me in this episode as we discuss passages like: Psalm 104:14-15, Deuteronomy 7:3, Joel 2:23-24, & Proverbs 3:9-10!

(A Biblical Response To Alcohol Series) While "juice" was an uncommon word during the time of the translation of the King James Bible, there is one time where the word "juice" is found in our Bible - Song of Solomon 8:2. If "wine" was so often used because of its commonality in that time period, why translate the word "juice" here? Doesn't this imply tha...

(A Biblical Response to Alcohol Series) This is a classic argument by those who would question the Bible’s clear stand against alcohol consumption when taking into account a full view of Scripture and history. And it’s one that seems to have some stability! Some would say, “Doesn’t this imply that if you are not a pastor, you can drink? Why would the Bible tell you that pastors can’t drink if it d...

This is another installment of our "A Biblical Response To Alcohol Series"! In this episode, we deep dive into the question: did Jesus make alcohol? When the Bible says that Jesus made "wine" - what was it? Join me in this episode, as we examine the Bible, history, and much more!

This is another installment in our "A Biblical Response To Alcohol Series". In this episode, we dive into 1 Timothy 5:23 and discuss the question: didn't Paul tell Timothy to drink a little alcohol? In this passage, I give you two interpretations of this passage, as well as dive into a lot of history behind Paul's admonition.

With each generation, there were voices that supported theposition that drinking and alcohol is “ok” in moderation.  It’s not alcohol that is wrong – it’s drunkenness.  It’s not drinking alcohol that is wrong – it’s the misuse of it.  This is the position that has been picked up and heralded by many modern Christians and churches. The question is not what people have to say about the subject - its...

Many come to church and the only way they view church is just as a place of spiritual nourishment and nothing more.  They come to church out of obligation and duty – simply to fulfill their spiritual belly. Yet, church is supposed to be and can be so much more than just this necessary ingredient! In this episode, I want to show you how you can change church from just a duty or an expectation of ot...

We know that Christ has given us the victory!  We know that we can live a life that is pleasing to the Lord.  Yes, this life will still have its struggles and battles.  But! We can live a life of victory – conquering sin, growing in the Lord, living in the consistent blessings of God, etc. We can have it all! But how many Christians do you and I know (maybe even ourselves), who it seems like we ar...

There is a thought and belief in some churches and minds of some Christians that there is no salvation offered by God to the homosexual and there is no hope for the reprobate. This idea is prominently posed by Calvinists and members of the "New IFB"...but the question is: Is that belief truth? Is that line of reasoning Biblically based? Join me as we deep dive into the subject of homosex...

Many Christians have turned Christianity and daily Christian living into an outside conformity instead of an inward desire. They keep the rules but they have no relationship. They come to church for all the "trimmings" and not because God is there... This message can change all of that! In this message, Christians are encouraged to remember the purpose for the "box", why the &q...

There is a war that rages every single day: The Battle For Your Mind. God loves you. He cares about you. He wants you to have the purpose, victory, joy, peace, and contentment that comes when you live a life for Him! On the opposite side, the devil wants nothing more than for you to live for anyone but God. The devil doesn’t care if you live for him, for this world, or for yourself – anything is f...

There is a war that rages every single day: The Battle For Your Mind. God loves you. He cares about you. He wants you to have the purpose, victory, joy, peace, and contentment that comes when you live a life for Him! On the opposite side, the devil wants nothing more than for you to live for anyone but God. The devil doesn't care if you live for him, for this world, or for yourself - anything is f...

Merry  Christmas to you!  Here is a Christmas piano playlist for you to enjoy  on your Christmas day.  May God bless you and yours as you celebrate the  glorious gift of the birth of our Messiah – Jesus Christ! May you  continue to live for Him as we press toward the new year of 2025! Featured CD’s of Episode #311 (used with permission): – O Holy Night: Piano Solos by Caleb Galvan ( https://nvpubl...

In this episode, I wanted to wish you "Merry Christmas", give a couple reminders/updates, and read you a poem I wrote entitled: "If Christmas Died Tomorrow". The poem hits a theme from an episode we recorded 2 years ago and presents a compelling thought concerning the topic. You can find out more by listening to this "short-and-sweet" episode! At the end of the episode, we play a song for you from...

Within the construct and chronology of Scripture, the wise men come later on than the Christmas night that we celebrate.  Many nativity scenes show the wise men at the stable, but Scripture clearly tells us that they visited Jesus when He was a young child, in a house, most likely living in Nazareth at the time.  Nonetheless, the wise men had been traveling since, if not before, the birth in order...

Psalm 122:1 says: "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord." The question is: what about you? Does going to church spark gladness, joy, and excitement? Or does preparing for and going to church breed bad attitudes, rushing around the house, and grumpy spirits? In this episode, I give you 11 EXTREMELY PRACTICAL tips and tools that you can USE to arrive at church and...

In this episode, I give some of things that I have learned as a Youth Director over the past 8+ years. God has taught me so much and I want to share some of the tips and truths that I have learned…with you! This episode is filled with philosophical and or practical tips to help a Youth Director impact teens for the cause of Christ. In a world where the average Youth Director lasts 18 MONTHS, we ne...

In this episode, I give some of things that I have learned as Youth Director over the past 8+ years. God has taught me so much and I want to share some of the tips and truths that I have learned...with you! This episode is filled with philosophical and/or practical tips to help a Youth Director impact teens for the cause of Christ. In a world where the average Youth Director lasts 18 MONTHS, we ne...