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On this episode of "After the Sermon," Pastor Nathan discusses how a regular discipline of Scripture intake can help us abide in Christ and have his word abide in us. Why do we read Scripture? What is its primary purpose in our walk with Christ? This and more on this week's podcast.

Sunday Morning Sermon John 15:1-11 Matt Mays July 5, 2026

This week's episode of "After the Sermon" goes deeper into what church discipline is, how we approach others in love, and how we use discernment in relationships with others who claim to be Christians. It's tough to cover these things in a general explanation, so please reach out if you have specific situations you have questions about. Passages to study: Matthew 7:1-6 Matthew 18...

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 7:6 Nathan Sims June 28, 2026

On this episode of "After the Sermon," Nathan went deeper into the idea of when and how we correct and judge others within the church. There is a type of judgement that God has entrusted to his churches, and there is a type of judgement that he has reserved for himself. How do we approach that distinction biblically? Check out this episode to find out! Scriptures: Matthew 7:1-5 1 Corinth...

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 7:1-5 Nathan Sims June 21, 2026

This episode of "After the Sermon" explores the opposite side of anxiety from what we discussed Sunday. What can we do to keep anxiety from hindering our effectiveness for the Kingdom of God? How can we care for our minds, bodies, and souls well; and how can we do the same for our children and others entrusted to our care? Resources: The Anxious Generation The Wisdom Pyramid The Tech-Wis...

What is the Southern Baptist Convention? Why is everyone so mad at them right now? Do they hate women? In this episode, Pastor Nathan tries to answer some questions about what it means for us to be Southern Baptist and what exactly happened at the convention last week.

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 6:25-34 Nathan Sims June 14, 2026

This episode of "After the Sermon" explains how your giving fuels missions and ministry both through our church and through the Southern Baptist Convention. It also covers a few more principles to consider in discerning how to give in faith and obedience.

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 6:19-24 Nathan Sims June 7, 2026

This episode concludes a two-part conversation on practical implications of the spiritual disciplines in your life and in the home with special guest Cali Sims! We discuss how to prioritize corporate spiritual disciplines and instilling the spiritual disciplines in your home. Check out the links below for resources to help you grow in your practice of the spiritual disciplines: ⁠Seeing Jesus Toget...

This episode begins a two-part conversation on practical implications of the spiritual disciplines in your life and in the home with special guest Cali Sims! We discuss how to prioritize Scripture reading, prayer, fasting, and more. We also talk about how these things have been a blessing in our lives. Check out the links below for resources to help you grow in your practice of the spiritual disci...

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 6:5-18 Nathan Sims May 31, 2026

This week's episode goes deeper into the idea of religion vs. relationship and the concept of rewards in the Kingdom of Heaven. These are both pretty big topics, so this episode will only scratch the surface, but I hope it helps you as you seek to walk faithfully with God by his grace. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes! If there is something you would like covered...

Sunday Morning Sermon Matthew 6:1-4 Nathan Sims May 24, 2026

Sunday Morning Sermon Jeff May May 17, 2026

In this episode of "After the Sermon," Nathan goes deeper into the implications of being "perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect." How does that play out in the context of this section of the Sermon on the Mount and in the Sermon as a whole? How does it connect to Jesus fulfilling the Law and the differences between the Old and New Covenant? Check out this episode to find o...

Sunday Morning Sermon - May 10, 2026 Matthew 5:48 Nathan Sims

This episode of "After the Sermon" takes a deeper dive into Jesus's command for us to love our enemies and not even resist the one who would do evil to us. It's a tough thing to wrap our minds around and an even tougher reality to live out, but obedience by faith is always for our good and His glory.

Matthew 5:38-47 Nathan Sims May 3rd, 2026

This week's episode of "After the Sermon" takes a deeper dive into the history of the Pharisees, the importance of holding to the authority of Scripture over tradition, and practical thoughts on living a life of integrity in all areas of life. Spelling of Key Terms: Sadducees Pharisees Essenes Mishnah

Sunday Morning Sermon | April 26, 2026 Matthew 5:33-37 Nathan Sims

This week's episode goes a little deeper into the practical applications of a biblical view of divorce and remarriage. How do we value marriage? How do we walk with those who are going through this struggle? How do we discern how to live in light of this truth? This and more on this episode of "After the Sermon."

Sermon from April 19, 2026 Matthew 5:31-32 Nathan Sims