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Part 9 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. LaShaude James joins us to teach from Psalm 127. There is a life of anxious toil that often looks and seems right, but leave us empty inside. Jesus offers us another way.

Part 8 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Lee Wong joins us to teach on Psalm 126. We are invited to grieve with those who grieve while holding on to the assurance of hope. As the Psalm says, “those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy”. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 7 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Through the lens of Psalm 125, Caleb looks into questions about how our deepest needs can be met. Where we begin building our lives is deeply important, and Jesus offers us a place of belonging to begin. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 6 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Our good friend David Belt, from All Saints in Dallas, joins us to teach (and sing) on Psalm 124. David shares on the importance of our unique stories and how God’s presence is the common thread that unites us all on the same road. For more info, visit thegardensa.org . Listen to more of David's music here .

Part 5 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Looking at Psalm 123, Caleb teaches on the different ways we might approach prayer as we journey through life. We are always invited to lift our eyes, whether in joy or in longing, so that we might participate in the life of God. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 4 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Looking at Psalm 122, Caleb teaches on how the presence of God shapes the people of God to become the house of God. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 3 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Our friend, Amanda Gallegos, joins us to teach on Psalm 121. Facing the intimidating journey ahead, there is an invitation to find hope in the providence of God. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 2 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Looking at Psalm 120, Jordan teaches on how where we are shapes the people we become. Repentance is an invitation beyond the lies that form us and into the goodness of shalom. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 1 of “In The Long Run”, our series on the Psalms of Ascent. To begin the journey through these psalms, Caleb teaches from Psalm 1. There are two paths before us, and Jesus calls out to us so that we might be with him on the path of life. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

For Partner Sunday, Donnie McCann joins us to teach Jesus' words in John 15, looking at the dynamic relationship between connection and bearing fruit.

To end our series, Love Is The End Of The World, Caleb looks at how Paul closes the letter of 1 Corinthians in chapter 16. It is the loving presence of a gracious God that allows us, as the family of God, to become more and more united in the love of Christ. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 14 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. Continuing with chapter 15, Caleb teaches on carrying the hope of resurrection in our current bodies. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 13 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. On Easter Sunday, Caleb teaches on the importance of our hope in a real resurrection, looking at Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 15. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Today, Andy Squyres joins us to continue our Lenten reflection on the fruit of the Spirit. We talk with Andy about love's enduring presence through suffering, looking at things like lyrical content and Good Friday. For Andy's music and writing, visit: https://andysquyres.com For our Lent resources, visit: https://www.thegardensa.org/resources

We're continuing to reflect on cultivating the fruit of the Spirit this week by talking with Jon Guerra about patience in creative work and the way of Jesus. Jon is a singer/songwriter in Austin, TX. His work comes from a patient collaboration with God in prayer. We pray this conversation is a gift to you. For more on Jon's music and touring, visit his website: https://www.jonguerramusic.c...

Part 12 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. This week, Caleb walks through chapter 14, where Paul encourages the Church to participate in worship gatherings and desire gifts of the Spirit all for the sake of building one another up in love. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

Part 11 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. This week, Jordan teaches on Paul’s famous words in 1 Corinthians 13. Love is what we are made for, and it is where we are going. But, even though this deep desire for connection and communion lives in us, the thought of giving our lives to love is scary. Why is love so important not only to Paul, but to Jesus? For more info,...

These weekly Lent podcasts are a time for you to join us in prayer, meditation, and conversation. In this episode, Jordan offers a guided reflection on Psalm 107. Then, we are joined by our friend Kevin Flowers to talk about kindness. Kevin is the lead pastor of Alamo Community Church, our sending church. He and Jordan dive into how we might practice and identify kindness in our daily lives. For o...

Part 10 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. This week, Caleb looks at Paul’s encouraging words in chapter 12, talking about how the Body of Christ is built up through the gifts of the Spirit. While we do eagerly await and pray for these manifestations of God’s presence on earth, we must also be aware of the character of the Holy Spirit on whom we wait.  Fore more info,...

These weekly Lent podcasts are a time for you to join us in prayer, meditation, and conversation. In this episode, Jordan offers a guided reflection on Psalm 19. Then, we are joined by our friend Tim Phillips to talk about goodness. Tim and Jordan dive into how we might define goodness and look for it in the midst of suffering and everyday life. For our Lent resources, visit https://www.thegardens...

Part 9 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. Our friend Lee Wong joins us to teach on 1 Corinthians 11:17-34. The practice of Communion is meant to form the community into a place of love and belonging. Lee unpacks what happens in our souls and in our communities when this unifying act is corrupted and becomes divisive, ultimately to invite us into the self-giving love of...

These weekly Lent podcasts are a time for you to join us in prayer, meditation, and conversation. In this episode, Caleb offers a guided reflection on Psalm 22 and its invitation to lament. Then, we are joined by our friend Josh Lavender to talk about gentleness. Josh is a worship leader, writer, and pastoral presence with great insight on the sometimes counterintuitive way of gentleness. For our...

Part 8 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. In the beginning, God creates humankind in his image. In Christ, we are made to embrace our distinctions for the sake of love and life with God. Looking at an often misused and controversial passage in 1 Corinthians 11, Caleb highlights this invitation to gentleness and humility. For more info, visit thegardensa.org

These weekly Lent podcasts are a time for you to join us in prayer, meditation, and conversation. In this episode, Caleb offers a guided reflection on Psalm 25 and its invitation to a life of trust. Then, we are joined by our friend Elizabeth Coffee to talk about faithfulness. Elizabeth’s work of storytelling and bridge-building with the HEB Foundation shapes her unique perspective on how the Spir...

Part 7 of “Love Is The End Of The World”, our series in 1 Corinthians. Looking at chapter 10, Caleb highlights the stark contrast between worshiping God and worshiping idols. God, the Creator, gives himself to us in abundance, while an idol (a created thing) slowly makes us less human. For more info, visit thegardensa.org