The Church at Station Hill Podcast

Scripture does not refer to the church as “the individuals of God” but rather “the people of God.” He has chosen us as his special possession and bonded us to one another – so that we might be on mission together with Him. Together, we are able to more effectively point the world toward God’s glory. We celebrate that each of us brings diverse attributes and spiritual gifts to this mission, and the...

4 Truths to Stand On This Week No matter what happens this week, God is on the throne and Jesus is King. – Psalm 47:1-9 , Philippians 2:9-11 God is sovereign over all nations and people. – Daniel 4:25 , Psalm 20:7 God ordains government to restrain evil and promote good. – Romans 13:1-7 Disciples of Jesus should be salt and light as citizens of two kingdoms. – Jeremiah 29:7 , Matthew 5:13-16 , 1 T...

Generosity makes it easy for people to believe in God.

Enabling and engaging everyone – especially those closest to you – to become fully prepared for God’s use in the Kingdom.

Humans are introduced into the good story on stewardship. Adam was given the garden and told not to eat of the tree. His influence had limits, and he was to manage the garden for the glory of God just as we manage our resources to accomplish the vision.

This section reads like a personal letter from Paul to Timothy. In this, we witness faithful Christianity. Paul is a courageous and steadfast disciple with a single purpose in the face of intimidating circumstances. Next Step: Join a group – Finishing well doesn’t happen in an accident. Surround yourself with others who are passionate about DMD relationships. Share stories of people we have sent o...

Paul gives Timothy a passionate plea for doctrinal soundness and continued faithfulness. This section is so intense, that Paul gives nine imperatives in five verses. Next Step: Get equipped – provide additional resources for understanding the Gospel and having Gospel conversations.

Paul paints an alarming picture of the opposition Timothy will face. However, he reminds Timothy that his primary defense is Paul’s example of faithfulness (3:10-13), and the Scripture (3:14-17). Next Step: Get equipped – provide additional resources for reading and studying the Bible.

False teachers will be present, and Paul provides a vivid description of what they look like (3:1-5a). He wanted Timothy to be aware and informed so he can protect himself and his people. Next Step: Get equipped – provide additional resources for understanding the Gospel and having Gospel conversations.

Paul urged Timothy to take the lead in resisting heresy by warning of the danger and exposing its error (2:14–19). Paul used an illustration to appeal for separation from false teachers and their teaching (2:20–21). He also outlined Timothy’s response to the error he faced (2:22–26). Next Step: Join a group – DMD groups provide an atmosphere to learn sound doctrine.

After appealing for qualities such as courage, willingness to suffer, and faithfulness, Paul borrowed images from daily life to illustrate the traits necessary for effective service: a teacher (2:1–2), a soldier (2:3–4), an athlete (2:5), and a farmer (2:6). Paul concludes with the certainty of rewards (2:11-13) as incentives for effectiveness. Next Step: Join a group – DMD relationships provide a...

Paul urges Timothy to remain faithful to Jesus despite hardship. For Paul, faithfulness requires specific spiritual qualities. Timothy will need courage (reference back to vv. 6–7) and a willingness to suffer (vv. 8–12). Timothy is commanded to imitate Paul’s pattern of ministry (vv. 13–14), and ministerial stamina (vv. 15–18). Next Step: Join a group - We all need a pattern to follow. DMD groups...

Paul doesn’t begin with a sense of urgency to combat the invading heresy as he does in I Timothy. Instead, the apostle opens with a reminder of the promise of life we have in Christ. Paul is suffering but is thankful for their relationship, anticipated reunion, and Timothy’s genuine faith. Next Step: Join a group - Life is not problem-free, and God has given us DMD relationships as a place to find...

A devastating locust plague and the looming threat of war set the stage for Joel’s message: There is a day coming when we all will face what we deserve.  The good news of the gospel is that it’s not too late to return to our God whose jealous love burns for His people.   “Return to the Lord your God for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love” (2:13).   God can “...

Zephaniah reminds us that we are an idolatrous and indifferent people whom God rightfully judges.  It’s time to be silent from our excuses, and it’s time to be serious about our sin and need for salvation.  There is a price that must be paid for our sin and blood that must be shed.  While we should be the ones sacrificed, God instead sacrificed His son.  This shows the depth of His love and true c...

Isaiah’s epic prophecies are the storyline of the Bible in a single book.  There are 39 books in the Old Testament: the first 39 chapters focus on the justice and judgment of God.  There are 27 books in the New Testament: the last 27 chapters of Isaiah focus on comfort and hope for God’s people.  Isaiah points repeatedly to a promised Messiah who will deliver God’s people from not just their enemi...

Micah is called from his rustic small town to the big city of Jerusalem to confront the people of God about their injustice.  Micah makes it clear that what God wants is not religion or ritual but YOU; your whole heart and obedience.   “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (6:8)

Hosea’s life is his sermon.  Called by God to marry a faithless wife, Hosea pursues her with an unrelenting love.  This was God’s last-ditch attempt to get Israel to pay attention to his message before it was too late: Returning to your first love is always better than staying away.  

Amos, the farmer-turned-prophet, preached during a time of surging national optimism: business was booming, and boundaries were growing.  But Amos saw through the façade and preached against the greed, hypocrisy, and false worship.  As our world comes to grips with a pandemic that has devastated booming economies, will we go back to putting our hope in ourselves or will we place our hope in God? ...

God is speaking.  Are we listening?  Act One: Jonah and the Sea Act Two: Jonah and the City What We Learn from Jonah: We’re all like the prodigal prophet: Sometimes we run from God and sometimes we don’t grasp grace (Luke 15:11-32). God is the true hero of Jonah’s story (Exodus 34:6-7). The Sign of Jonah points to Jesus, the heart of the gospel (Matthew 12:38-41). Like Jonah, we are all running. ...