The Bridge Churches Podcast

The Fruit of the Spirit isn’t just a set of virtues; it’s the outward evidence of Christ actively working in us. It’s how we reflect His character to the world—not to make ourselves look good, feel superior, or judge others, but to offer those around us a glimpse of who God truly is.

The Fruit of the Spirit doesn’t just appear; it grows slowly as we remain connected to Christ. In a world that craves instant results, we often feel frustrated and inadequate, struggling to embody the qualities we know should define us as followers of Christ. Yet, like anything of true value, this growth takes time. God is at work within us; we just need to keep cultivating our relationship with H...

Have you ever felt frustrated in your walk with God? Whether you're new to faith or have been following Jesus for years, you’ve likely experienced the gap between who you want to be and the reality of falling short time and again. But what if living a Christ-centered life isn’t about trying harder, but much more about staying connected to Him?

Accepting Jesus’s invitation to follow him doesn’t cost anything, but it demands everything. It demands that we go, “all in.” A term that simply means placing all that you are, and all that you have, into God’s hands. Pushing it all in. The generations before you went “all in” on the local church and spread the message of God's love. We have benefited from what they did, and now it's our opportuni...

Accepting Jesus’s invitation to follow him doesn’t cost anything, but it demands everything. It demands that we go, “all in.” A term that simply means placing all that you are, and all that you have, into God’s hands. Pushing it all in. And that’s where we get stuck — spiritual no man’s land. We’re afraid that if we go all in that we might miss out on what this life has to offer. It’s not true. Th...

This Thanksgiving, Scott shares about some of the origins of the Thanksgiving holiday, specifically dating back to that very first thanksgiving in an upper room thousands of years ago.

What you naturally want is often in conflict with what you ultimately value. The good news is your heavenly Father knows what you need. He wants for you what you really want. So, how do you put aside those natural wants and pursue what you ultimately value? That’s what we’re going to talk about in the final part of this series because the icing on the cake is: you’ll never get what you really want...

What do you want? What do you really want? You’ll never get what you really want until you discover what is most valuable. What you naturally want is often in conflict with what you ultimately value. So, in order to figure out what you really want, you have to figure out what you value. That’s what we’re going to talk about in part 3 of this series because the icing on the cake is: you’ll never ge...

We’ll never get what we really want until we discover what is most valuable. But choosing what’s valuable isn’t natural. We’ve all had the experience of getting what we naturally wanted only to discover it wasn’t what was most valuable—it wasn’t what we ultimately wanted. How do we avoid being deceived by our short-term desires? That’s what we’re going to talk about in part 2 of this series becaus...

What do you want for yourself? Is it a what? Is it a who? Are you sure it’s what you really want? We all have wants. But actually getting what we want can be tricky... and even dangerous. It usually leaves us wanting more and more. If this is true, maybe we want the wrong things. That’s what we’re going to talk about in part 1 of this series and do you know what the icing on the cake is? You’ll ne...

A historical event? An iconic painting? However you view it, you can’t deny that a recent portrayal of the Last Supper at the Olympics has made waves. Does it matter? Should it matter? How should you respond to the Last Supper? That is what we’re going to talk about this Sunday as we gather around the table and remember Jesus.

In our fast-paced, digitally connected world, many of us still find ourselves battling feelings of isolation and loneliness. It is an interesting dichotomy, we are more connected than ever while simultaneously feel more lonely than ever. This week, we will explore the profound need for community and genuine connections in our lives.

Do you ever find yourself longing for a different time in your life? Maybe you can’t wait to get married or have kids. Perhaps, you're looking forward to a promotion or climbing the corporate ladder. Or, maybe you find yourself reminiscing about days gone by, like when your kids were young and would rush to greet you at the door when you got home. Maybe you're struggling to figure out what to do n...

When going through difficult circumstances or painful seasons of life, people have the tendency to say the most ignorant and hurtful things. They don’t mean to, but they do. Has that ever happened to you? Have you ever done that? Have you ever noticed that the best of intentions don’t always result in the greatest form of action? Forrest Gump had a lot to say in the film that bears his name. As we...

1 bullwhip and an iconic hat has led to: 5 films over a 42 year span and over 1 billion dollars in box office revenue. While most critics agree that the third installment of the franchise is the best film within the franchise, this week “At the Movies” we’re going to focus on something within this film that reveals why there is an “Indiana Jones” franchise. Join us this week “At the Movies” and di...

Sermon series by Craig Groeschel of Life. Church PRAYER ISN'T OUR LAST LINE OF DEFENSE. IT'S OUR FIRST LINE OF OFFENSE. WORRY IS NOT OUR MASTER. OUR FAITH IS IN GOD AND GOD ALONE. BUT YOU CAN CONTROL HOW YOU FRAME IT.

Sermon series by Craig Groeschel of Life. Church IF YOU LOOK FOR THE GOODNESS OF GOD EVEN IN THE BROKENNESS OF THIS WORLD, YOU'LL FIND IT. YOU CAN'T CONTROL WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU. BUT YOU CAN CONTROL HOW YOU FRAME IT.

Sermon series by Craig Groeschel of Life. Church If you don't control what your think you'll never control what you do. Nothing can separate you from God's Love. PUT YOUR CONFIDENCE IN GOD'S PERFECT POWER, NOT IN YOUR IMPERFECT ABILITIES.

Our thoughts are powerful. They change our perspective, impact our decisions, and influence our habits. But what do we do when we become trapped by our thoughts, unable to escape negative and unhealthy thinking? Let’s learn what it means to take our thoughts captive and win the war in our minds. 3 ways to stop toxic thoughts: identify the lies you're believing, replace the lies with God's Truth, T...

What does it mean to give your life to Christ? Is it simply a way to ensure a place in heaven, or is there more to it? Do we really need to surrender everything to God, and is that even possible? Whether you're new to faith or have been a Christian all your life, you've likely wrestled with these questions. In this message, we will explore our calling to follow Him.

We all enjoy comfort. Whether it's lounging on a warm beach, sitting in our favourite chair, or curling up under soft bed covers, comfort is something we all naturally seek. This week, we will explore how our desire for comfort, security, ease, and predictability can actually become a spiritual stumbling block. We will uncover how the pursuit of comfort can distance us from the adventurous, faith-...

Betrayal can be painful. Not only does it create division among two people but it can also impact future relationships with others. In other words, placing one's trust in someone else can become more difficult. In a Communion Sunday entitled, "Betrayal", Scott will be looking at how Jesus responded to betrayal. We will also discover how God can bring hope and healing out of a hurtful situation

Have you ever felt “stuck?” You aren’t where you were or who you were, but you aren’t where you want to be or who you want to be? You’re stuck, and it’s easy to stay in that place. To get comfortable in that place. To accept this is as good as it gets. If your comfort is more valuable that your promise or potential, you will never experience more than what you know. This uncomfortable place forces...

9-5. 5 days a week. The majority of our lives are spent in the pursuit of, and the accumulation of, a treasure. No matter how big our treasure gets, there’s always more. While there is always more we could have, and more we can get, the challenging thing is, no matter how big your treasure gets, it’s never enough and you can’t take it with you. This reality begs the question. Which would you rathe...

Hot coffee or iced coffee? Hot tea or iced tea? Depending on the season or situation, either is fine. But no matter the season or situation, what isn’t fine is being in the “middle.” Being lukewarm. When it comes to faith, that’s where many people are. Which leads us to a place of decision: Which would you rather: Hot or cold?